PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
BECKHOFF EP3751-0160 - EtherCAT Box, 4-Channel Strain Gauge/Load Cell Input
This EtherCAT Box from the EP series is engineered for high-precision acquisition of analog signals from strain gauges and load cells. It integrates directly into decentralized industrial automation architectures, providing 24-bit resolution for accurate force, weight, and torque measurements. The unit supports various bridge configurations and is designed for robust operation in harsh environmental conditions.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: EP Series (EtherCAT Box)
- COMPONENT TYPE: 4-Channel Strain Gauge/Load Cell Analog Input Module
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- INPUT VOLTAGE: 24V DC (via M8/M12 power connector)
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: Typically 100-200mA (excluding sensor supply)
- SENSOR EXCITATION: Integrated, configurable (e.g., 5V, 10V DC)
- MEASUREMENT SPECS:
- CHANNELS: 4 differential inputs
- RESOLUTION: 24-bit
- MEASUREMENT PRINCIPLE: Delta-sigma ADC
- INPUT RANGE: Configurable (e.g., +/- 20mV, +/- 50mV)
- BRIDGE TYPES: Full bridge, half bridge, quarter bridge (120 Ohm, 350 Ohm)
- SAMPLING RATE: Up to 1 kHz per channel (configurable)
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- COMMUNICATION PROTOCOL: EtherCAT (via M8/M12 connectors)
- DATA TRANSFER: Real-time, deterministic
- CONFIGURATION: Via TwinCAT engineering environment
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -25°C to +60°C
- MOUNTING STYLE: Decentralized, direct machine mounting
- ENCLOSURE: Robust die-cast zinc housing
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION:
- SYSTEM COMPATIBILITY: Beckhoff TwinCAT, EtherCAT master systems
- TARGET APPLICATIONS: Precision weighing, force measurement, material testing, torque sensing, process control, quality assurance systems