PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
BECKHOFF ELX6233 - Intrinsically Safe 3-Channel Analog Output EtherCAT Terminal
This EtherCAT Terminal provides three intrinsically safe analog output channels, specifically engineered for direct connection to field devices located in hazardous areas up to Zone 0/20. It integrates seamlessly into EtherCAT-based control systems, enabling precise current control for actuators, valves, and other process instrumentation within ATEX/IECEx certified environments. The ELX6233 ensures reliable and safe operation by limiting energy to the hazardous area circuit.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: ELX Series (Intrinsically Safe EtherCAT Terminals)
- COMPONENT TYPE: Analog Output Terminal
- CHANNELS: 3
- OUTPUT SIGNAL: 0/4-20 mA
- RESOLUTION: 16-bit
- COMMUNICATION PROTOCOL: EtherCAT (E-bus)
- HAZARDOUS AREA CERTIFICATION: ATEX/IECEx compliant for intrinsically safe circuits (Ex ia IIC/IIB, Ex ib IIC/IIB, Ex ia IIIC, Ex ib IIIC)
- FIELD DEVICE CONNECTION: Direct connection to devices in Zone 0, 1, 2 (gas) and Zone 20, 21, 22 (dust)
- POWER SUPPLY: 24VDC via power contacts, E-bus power for internal electronics
- MOUNTING: DIN Rail
- ENCLOSURE RATING: IP20
- APPLICATION: Process automation, chemical industry, oil & gas, pharmaceuticals, hazardous area instrumentation