PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
BECKHOFF EP5001-0002 - EtherCAT Box Stepper Motor Module
The BECKHOFF EP5001-0002 is a robust, single-channel EtherCAT Box stepper motor module designed for decentralized motion control in industrial environments. It integrates a 2-phase stepper motor controller with an incremental encoder interface, enabling precise positioning and speed regulation directly on the machine. This module facilitates high-performance, real-time control via EtherCAT for applications such as material handling, packaging machinery, and automated assembly lines.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: EtherCAT Box (EP series), Stepper Motor Modules (EP5xxx)
- COMPONENT TYPE: 1-channel Stepper Motor Module
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- MOTOR SUPPLY VOLTAGE: 24V DC to 50V DC
- LOGIC SUPPLY VOLTAGE: 24V DC
- OUTPUT CURRENT: 0.5A to 5A RMS (per phase)
- MOTOR TYPE: 2-phase stepper motors
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- COMMUNICATION PROTOCOL: EtherCAT
- FEEDBACK INPUT: Incremental encoder (5V RS422 or 24V single-ended)
- DIGITAL INPUTS: 2 (24V DC)
- DIGITAL OUTPUTS: 2 (24V DC, 0.5A)
- CONTROL MODES: Position, Velocity, Torque (via EtherCAT)
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- COOLING METHOD: Convection
- MOUNTING STYLE: Direct machine mounting, decentralized
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -25 °C to +60 °C
- CONNECTORS:
- POWER: M12
- MOTOR: M12
- ENCODER: M8
- DIGITAL I/O: M8
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION: Beckhoff TwinCAT, EtherCAT master systems, decentralized motion control in harsh industrial environments.