Distributed Clocks: the integrated time management system in EtherCAT

The EKM1101 EtherCAT Coupler connects the ELMxxxx EtherCAT measurement modules with EtherCAT. Such a station consists of an EKM1101 coupler, any number of EtherCAT Terminals and a bus end cap or an EtherCAT extension such as EK1110 or EK1122. The coupler converts the passing telegrams from Ethernet 100BASE-TX to E-bus signal representation.

The EK1101 EtherCAT Coupler is the link between the EtherCAT protocol at fieldbus level and the EtherCAT Terminals. The coupler converts the passing telegrams from Ethernet 100BASE-TX to E-bus signal representation. A station consists of a coupler and any number of EtherCAT Terminals that are automatically detected and individually displayed in the process image.

The EK1100 EtherCAT Coupler is the link between the EtherCAT protocol at fieldbus level and the EtherCAT Terminals. The coupler converts the passing telegrams from Ethernet 100BASE-TX to E-bus signal representation. A station consists of a coupler and any number of EtherCAT Terminals that are automatically detected and individually displayed in the process image.

The EL1202 digital input terminal acquires the binary 24 V control signals from the process level and transmits them, in an electrically isolated form, to the higher-level automation unit. The EtherCAT Terminal contains two channels whose signal state is indicated by LEDs.

The EL1252 digital input terminal acquires the fast binary 24 V control signals from the process level and transmits them, in an electrically isolated form, to the controller. The EtherCAT Terminal contains two channels whose signal state is indicated by LEDs. The signals are furnished with a time stamp that identifies the time of the last edge change with a resolution of 1 ns. With this XFC technology, signal characteristics can be traced exactly in time and correlated with the distributed clocks system-wide. With this technology, machine-wide parallel hardware wiring of digital inputs or encoder signals for synchronization purposes is often no longer required. In conjunction with the EL2252 EtherCAT Terminal (digital output terminal with time stamp), the EL1252 enables responses with equidistant time intervals, largely independent of the bus cycle time.

The EL1252-0050 digital input terminal acquires the fast binary 5 V control signals from the process level and transmits them, in an electrically isolated form, to the controller. The EtherCAT Terminal has two channels that indicate their signal state via light emitting diodes. The signals are furnished with a time stamp that identifies the time of the last edge change with a resolution of 1 ns. With this XFC technology, signal characteristics can be traced exactly in time and correlated with the distributed clocks system-wide. With this technology, machine-wide parallel hardware wiring of digital inputs or encoder signals for synchronization purposes is often no longer required. The switching thresholds of the input circuit are based on the CMOS level: Signal voltage "0" < 0.8 V, signal voltage "1" > 2.4 V. The 5 V supply voltage can be generated by the EL9505 power supply terminal and fed into the power contacts.

The EL1254 digital input terminal acquires the fast binary 24 V control signals from the process level and transmits them, in an electrically isolated form, to the controller. The EtherCAT Terminal has four channels that indicate their signal state via light emitting diodes. The signals are furnished with a time stamp that identifies the time of the last edge change with a resolution of 1 ns. With this XFC technology, signal characteristics can be traced exactly in time and correlated with the distributed clocks system-wide. With this technology, machine-wide parallel hardware wiring of digital inputs or encoder signals for synchronization purposes is often no longer required.

The EL1258 digital input terminal acquires the fast binary 24 V control signals from the process level and transmits them, in an electrically isolated form, to the controller. Each EtherCAT Terminal has eight channels that indicate their signal state via light emitting diodes. In comparison with the EL1252, the EL1258 offers not only a higher channel density, but also a higher performance thanks to the XFC multi-timestamp function. Whereas the EL1252 can accept one edge change with time stamp per bus cycle, the EL1258 offers the possibility to register up to 32 events with time stamps. The EL1258 is synchronized with other EtherCAT devices through the distributed clocks system, so that events in the whole system can be measured with a uniform timebase.

The 16-channel EL1259 digital EtherCAT Terminal combines the functions of the EL1258 – eight multi-timestamp inputs – with those of the EL2258 – eight multi-timestamp outputs. The high channel density in conjunction with time stamping of the signals enables fast, efficient processes through optimized sensor and actuator control. The EL1259 is also synchronized with other devices through the distributed clocks system, so that events in the whole system can be measured with a uniform timebase. The combination of DC-switched inputs and outputs within one terminal can be used for local switching tasks.

The EL1262 digital input terminal acquires the fast binary 24 V control signals from the process level and transmits them, in an electrically isolated form, to the controller. The EtherCAT Terminal has two channels that indicate their signal state via light emitting diodes. The signals are sampled with a configurable, integer multiple (oversampling factor: n) of the bus cycle frequency (n microcycles per bus cycle). For each bus cycle, the EtherCAT Terminal generates a process data block that is transferred collectively during the next bus cycle. The timebase of the terminal can be synchronized precisely with other EtherCAT devices via distributed clocks. This XFC procedure enables the temporal resolution of the digital input signals to be increased to n times the bus cycle time.

The EL1262-0050 digital input terminal acquires the fast binary 5 V control signals from the process level and transmits them, in an electrically isolated form, to the controller. The EtherCAT Terminal has two channels that indicate their signal state via light emitting diodes. The signals are sampled with a configurable, integer multiple (oversampling factor: n) of the bus cycle frequency (n microcycles per bus cycle). For each bus cycle, the EtherCAT Terminal generates a process data block that is transferred collectively during the next bus cycle. The timebase of the terminal can be synchronized precisely with other EtherCAT devices via distributed clocks. This XFC procedure enables the temporal resolution of the digital input signals to be increased to n times the bus cycle time. The switching thresholds of the input circuit are based on the CMOS level: Signal voltage "0" < 0.8 V, signal voltage "1" > 2.4 V. The 5 V supply voltage can be generated by the EL9505 power supply terminal and fed into the power contacts.

The EL1502 EtherCAT Terminal is an up/down counter and transmits the counter value in an electrically isolated form to the higher-level automation device. When used as a single-channel up/down counter (32-bit), the pulse is set via the clock input; the counting direction is specified via the U/D input. Furthermore, the input can also be used as a gate input for triggering the counter. In 2-counter mode, two separate counters are available (Clock and Clock1 inputs), which can be parameterized as up or down counters. The signal state of the inputs and outputs is indicated by light emitting diodes. Both outputs are switched according to the counter state, so that they can be used as fast control signals for field devices. The EL1502 device supports the distributed clocks function. This means the counter can be read at constant intervals (DC accuracy << 1 µs).

The EL2202/EL2202-0100 digital output terminal connects the binary control signals from the automation device on to the actuators at the process level with electrical isolation. This terminal benefits from very small output delay and is therefore suitable for signals requiring particularly fast output. The EtherCAT Terminal has a push-pull output that can be actively switched to 24 V, 0 V or high-impedance. The EL2202-0100 contains two channels. LEDs indicate the signal state of each channel.

The EL2212 digital output terminal connects the binary control signals from the automation device on to the actuators at the process level with electrical isolation. The multi-timestamp features allow each EtherCAT cycle to capture as many events per channel as were preloaded in the internal buffer.

The EL2252 digital output terminal connects the binary control output signals at the process level with electrical isolation. The outputs of the EtherCAT Terminal are switched with high precision to match the transferred timestamp, which has a resolution of 10 ns. This technology enables output switching times to be specified precisely across the system. The distributed clocks are used for reference. In conjunction with the EL1252 (digital input terminal with time stamp), the EL2252 enables responses with equidistant time intervals, largely independent of the bus cycle time. Each output can be switched to high resistance individually.

The 8-channel digital output terminal EL2258 connects the binary output signals of the controller at the process level with electrical isolation. As in the EL2252, the outputs of the EL2258 are switched with high precision relative to the transferred time stamp, although there are certain differences in the details: Eight instead of two channels, lower timestamp resolution and auto-activation, which enables consecutive switching tasks in each cycle. The multi-timestamping feature allows each EtherCAT cycle to capture or output as many events per channel as were preloaded in the internal buffer.

The EL2262 digital output terminal connects the binary control output signals at the process level with electrical isolation. The outputs are controlled with an adjustable integral multiple (oversampling factor: n) of the bus cycle frequency (n microcycles per bus cycle). For each bus cycle, the EtherCAT Terminal receives a process data block that is output consecutively. The timebase of the terminal can be synchronized precisely with other EtherCAT devices via distributed clocks. An output pattern with a significantly higher pulse sequence than the bus cycle time is thus output precisely with the system-wide timebase. This procedure enables the temporal resolution of the digital output signals to be increased to n times the bus cycle time. The maximum output rate is 1 Msamples/s.

The EL2502-0010 output terminal modulates the pulse width of a binary signal, and outputs it electrically isolated from the E-bus. The mark/space ratio is preset by a 16-bit value from the automation device. The output stage is protected against overload and short-circuit. The EtherCAT Terminal contains two channels whose signal state is indicated by LEDs. The LEDs are driven in time with the outputs, and show the duty factor by their brightness. The EL2502-0010 supports EtherCAT distributed clock timestamps in order to influence switching on, off and over of a PWM signal with microsecond precision.

The EL2521-xxxx output terminals change the frequency of a binary signal and output it (electrically isolated from the E-bus). The frequency is preset by a 16 bit value from the automation device. The signal state of the EtherCAT Terminal is indicated by light emitting diodes. The LEDs are clocked with the outputs and each displays an active output.

The EL2522 incremental encoder simulation terminal (pulse train) outputs a frequency-modulable signal on two channels with four outputs. The signal can be used to control motor drivers or other signal receivers, which are controlled by single cycles. The pulse sequence and pulse number can be specified directly via the process data in the frequency. Alternatively, the integrated path control can be used. For each channel the operating mode (frequency modulation, pulse/direction specification and incremental encoder simulation) can be selected. In addition, the EtherCAT Terminal can control three output channels in the ABC encoder simulation.

The EL2596 LED strobe control terminal contains a flexible power supply unit that supplies the LED with the required current and voltage. Applications from continuous light to short light pulses in the kHz range are thus possible. Each individual flash can be triggered in a controlled manner by the control system via the distributed clocks/timestamp function. The EL2596 has a trigger output for triggering cameras and high-quality, fast current and voltage control, so that line scan cameras, for example, also benefit from constant illumination. Extensive real-time diagnostics, e.g. for input current/voltage and output current/voltage allow detailed monitoring of the LED light intensity. Thus, overdrive applications with short high-current pulses through the LED are possible. If a specifiable load corridor is exited, e.g., due to load errors, the EL2596 switches off to protect the LED (resettable).

The EL2596-0010 LED strobe control terminal contains a flexible power supply unit that supplies the LED with the required current and voltage. Applications from continuous light to short light pulses in the kHz range are thus possible. Each individual flash can be triggered in a controlled manner by the control system via the distributed clocks/timestamp function. The EL2596-0010 has a trigger output for triggering cameras and high-quality, fast current and voltage control, so that line scan cameras, for example, also benefit from constant illumination. Extensive real-time diagnostics, e.g. for input current/voltage and output current/voltage allow detailed monitoring of the LED light intensity. Thus, overdrive applications with short high-current pulses through the LED are possible. If a specifiable load corridor is exited, e.g., due to load errors, the EL2596-0010 switches off to protect the LED (resettable).

The EL3101 analog input terminal handles signals in the range between -10 and +10 V. The voltage is digitized to a resolution of 16 bits, and is transmitted, electrically isolated, to the higher-level automation device. The input channels of the EtherCAT Terminal have differential inputs and possess a common, internal ground potential. The signal state of the EtherCAT Terminal is indicated by light emitting diodes.

The EL3102 analog input terminal handles signals in the range between -10 and +10 V. The voltage is digitized to a resolution of 16 bits, and is transmitted, electrically isolated, to the higher-level automation device. The input channels of the EtherCAT Terminal have differential inputs and possess a common, internal ground potential. The signal state of the EtherCAT Terminal is indicated by light emitting diodes.

The EL3104 analog input terminal processes signals in the range between -10 and +10 V. The voltage is digitized to a resolution of 16 bits, and is transmitted, electrically isolated, to the higher-level automation device. The input channels of the EL3104 EtherCAT Terminal are differential inputs. The signal state of the EtherCAT Terminal is indicated by light emitting diodes.

The EL3111 analog input terminal processes signals in the range between 0 and 20 mA. The current is digitized to a resolution of 16 bits and is transmitted, electrically isolated, to the higher-level automation device. The input channels of the EtherCAT Terminal have differential inputs and possess a common, internal ground potential. The EL3111 is the single-channel version and is characterized by its fine granularity and electrical isolation. Overload condition is detected, and the terminal status is relayed to the controller via the E-bus. The EtherCAT Terminal indicates its signal state by means of light emitting diodes. The error LEDs indicate an overload condition.

The EL3112 analog input terminal processes signals in the range between 0 and 20 mA. The current is digitized to a resolution of 16 bits and is transmitted, electrically isolated, to the higher-level automation device. The input channels of the EtherCAT Terminal have differential inputs and possess a common, internal ground potential. The EL3112 combines two channels in one housing. Overload condition is detected, and the terminal status is relayed to the controller via the E-bus. The EtherCAT Terminal indicates its signal state by means of light emitting diodes. The error LEDs indicate an overload condition.

The EL3112-0011 analog input terminal processes signals in the range between -20 and +20 mA. The current is digitized to a resolution of 16 bits and is transmitted, electrically isolated, to the higher-level automation device. The input channels of the EtherCAT Terminal have differential inputs and possess a common, internal ground potential. The EL3112-0011 combines two channels in one housing. Overload condition is detected, and the terminal status is relayed to the controller via the E-bus. The error LEDs indicate an overload condition.

The EL3114 analog input terminal processes signals in the range between 0 and 20 mA. The current is digitized to a resolution of 16 bits and is transmitted, electrically isolated, to the higher-level automation device. The input channels of the EtherCAT Terminal have differential inputs and possess a common, internal ground potential. Overload condition is detected, and the terminal status is relayed to the controller via the E-bus. The EtherCAT Terminal indicates its signal state by means of light emitting diodes.

The EL3121 analog input terminal processes signals in the range between 4 and 20 mA. The current is digitized to a resolution of 16 bits and is transmitted, electrically isolated, to the higher-level automation device. The input channels of the EtherCAT Terminal have differential inputs and possess a common, internal ground potential. The EL3121 is the single-channel version and is characterized by its fine granularity and electrical isolation. An open lead or overload condition are detected. The terminal status is relayed to the controller via the E-bus. The EtherCAT Terminal indicates its signal state by means of light emitting diodes. The error LEDs indicate an overload condition and a broken wire.

The EL3122 analog input terminal processes signals in the range between 4 and 20 mA. The current is digitized to a resolution of 16 bits and is transmitted, electrically isolated, to the higher-level automation device. The input channels of the EtherCAT Terminal have differential inputs and possess a common, internal ground potential. The EL3122 combines two channels in one housing. An open lead or overload condition are detected. The terminal status is relayed to the controller via the E-bus. The EtherCAT Terminal indicates its signal state by means of light emitting diodes. The error LEDs indicate an overload condition and a broken wire.

The EL3124 analog input terminal handles signals in the range from 4 to 20 mA. The current is digitized to a resolution of 16 bits and is transmitted, in an electrically isolated form, to the higher-level automation device. The input channels of the EtherCAT Terminal have differential inputs and possess a common, internal ground potential. The EL3124 combines four channels in one housing. An open lead or overload condition are detected and the terminal status is relayed to the controller via the E-bus. The EtherCAT Terminal indicates its signal state by means of light emitting diodes. The error LEDs indicate an overload condition and a broken wire.

The EL3124-0090 analog input terminal handles signals in the range from 4 to 20 mA. The current is digitized to a resolution of 16 bits and is transmitted, in an electrically isolated form, to the higher-level automation device. The input channels of the EtherCAT Terminal have differential inputs and possess a common, internal ground potential.

The job of the EL3141 analog input terminal is to supply power to measuring transducers located in the field, and to transmit analog measurement signals with electrical isolation to the automation device. The voltage for the sensors is supplied to the terminals via the power contacts. The power contacts can optionally be supplied with operating voltage in the standard way or via a supply terminal (EL9xxx) with electrical isolation. The input electronics is independent of the supply voltage of the power contacts. The 0 V power contact is the reference potential for the inputs. The EtherCAT Terminal indicates its signal state by means of light emitting diodes.

The job of the EL3142 analog input terminal is to supply power to measuring transducers located in the field, and to transmit analog measurement signals with electrical isolation to the automation device. The voltage for the sensors is supplied to the terminals via the power contacts. The power contacts can optionally be supplied with operating voltage in the standard way or via a supply terminal (EL9xxx) with electrical isolation. The input electronics is independent of the supply voltage of the power contacts. The 0 V power contact is the reference potential for the inputs. The EtherCAT Terminal indicates its signal state by means of light emitting diodes.

The EL3144 analog input terminal processes signals in the range between 0 and 20 mA. The current is digitized to a resolution of 16 bits and is transmitted (electrically isolated) to the higher-level automation device. The EL3144 EtherCAT Terminal features 2-wire conductors for the four single-ended inputs with a common internal ground potential. The power contacts are connected through. The signal state of the EtherCAT Terminal is indicated by light emitting diodes.

The job of the EL3151 analog input terminal is to supply power to measuring transducers located in the field and to transmit analog measurement signals with electrical isolation to the automation device. The voltage for the sensors is supplied to the terminals via the power contacts. The power contacts can optionally be supplied with operating voltage in the standard way or via a supply terminal (EL9xxx) with electrical isolation. The input electronics are independent of the supply voltage of the power contacts. The reference potential for the inputs is the 0 V power contact. The EtherCAT Terminal indicates its signal state by means of light emitting diodes. The error LEDs indicate an overload condition and a broken wire.

The job of the EL3152 analog input terminal is to supply power to measuring transducers located in the field and to transmit analog measurement signals with electrical isolation to the automation device. The voltage for the sensors is supplied to the terminals via the power contacts. The power contacts can optionally be supplied with operating voltage in the standard way or via a supply terminal (EL9xxx) with electrical isolation. The input electronics are independent of the supply voltage of the power contacts. The reference potential for the inputs is the 0 V power contact. The EtherCAT Terminal indicates its signal state by means of light emitting diodes. The error LEDs indicate an overload condition and a broken wire.

The EL3154 analog input terminal processes signals in the range between 4 and 20 mA. The current is digitized to a resolution of 16 bits and is transmitted (electrically isolated) to the higher-level automation device. The input electronics are independent of the supply voltage of the power contacts. In the EL3154 with four inputs, the 24 V power contact is connected to the terminal in order to enable connection of 2-wire sensors without external supply. The power contacts are connected through. The signal state of the EtherCAT Terminal is indicated by light emitting diodes. The error LEDs indicate an overload condition and a broken wire.

The EL3161 analog input terminal processes signals in the range between 0 and 10 V. The voltage is digitized to a resolution of 16 bits, and is transmitted, electrically isolated, to the higher-level automation device. The input channels of the EtherCAT Terminal have the reference ground as common ground potential. The signal state of the EtherCAT Terminal is indicated by light emitting diodes.

The EL3162 analog input terminal processes signals in the range between 0 and 10 V. The voltage is digitized to a resolution of 16 bits, and is transmitted, electrically isolated, to the higher-level automation device. The input channels of the EtherCAT Terminal have the reference ground as common ground potential. The signal state of the EtherCAT Terminal is indicated by light emitting diodes.

The EL3164 analog input terminal processes signals in the range between 0 and 10 V. The voltage is digitized with a resolution of 16 bits and is transmitted (electrically isolated) to the higher-level automation device. The EL3164 EtherCAT Terminal features 2-wire conductors for the four single-ended inputs with a common internal ground potential. The power contacts are connected through. The signal state of the EtherCAT Terminal is indicated by light emitting diodes.

The EL3174 analog input terminal has four individually parameterizable inputs. Signals in the range from -10/0 to +10 V or -20/0/+4 to +20 mA can be processed via each channel. Physically, the voltage and current signals should be connected to different terminal points. Each channel should then be set by the controller/TwinCAT to U or I mode via CoE. The voltage inputs operate differentially; the current inputs are single-ended. All inputs are digitized with a resolution of 16 bits and transmitted, electrically isolated, to the higher-level automation device. With a technical measuring range of ±107% of the nominal range, the terminal also supports commissioning with sensor values in the limit range and diagnostics according to NAMUR NE43.

The EL3174-0002 analog input terminal has four individually parameterizable inputs. Signals in the range from -10/0 to +10 V or -20/0/+4 to +20 mA can be processed via each channel. Each channel should be set by the controller to U or I mode via CoE. The input voltage or current is digitized with a resolution of 16 bits, and is transmitted, electrically isolated, to the higher-level automation device. With a technical measuring range of ±107% of the nominal range, the terminal also supports commissioning with sensor values in the limit range and diagnostics according to NAMUR NE43. The four differential inputs are electrically isolated against each other and against the fieldbus (2,500 V DC).

The EL3174-0032 analog input terminal has four individually parameterizable inputs. Signals in the range from -3…+3 V or from -20/0/+4…+20 mA can be processed by each channel. Each channel should be set via the controller to U or I mode via CoE. The input voltage or current is digitized with a resolution of 16 bit, and is transmitted electrically isolated to the higher-level automation device. With a technical measuring range of 107% of the nominal range, the terminal also supports commissioning with sensor values in the limit range and an evaluation according to NAMUR NE43. The four differential inputs are electrically isolated against each other and against the fieldbus (2500 V DC).

The EL3174 analog input terminal has four individually parameterizable inputs. Signals in the range from -10/0 to +10 V or -20/0/+4 to +20 mA can be processed via each channel. Physically, the voltage and current signals should be connected to different terminal points. Each channel should then be set by the controller/TwinCAT to U or I mode via CoE. The voltage inputs operate differentially; the current inputs are single-ended. All inputs are digitized with a resolution of 16 bits and transmitted, electrically isolated, to the higher-level automation device. With a technical measuring range of ±107% of the nominal range, the terminal also supports commissioning with sensor values in the limit range and diagnostics according to NAMUR NE43.

The analog EL3356 input terminal enables direct connection of a resistor bridge or load cell in a 4- or 6-wire connection technology. The ratio between the bridge voltage UD and the supply voltage UREF is determined simultaneously in the input circuit and the final load value is calculated as a process value on the basis of the settings in the terminal. With automatic self-calibration (can be deactivated) and dynamic filters the terminal with measuring cycles of 10 ms can be used for slow weighings with high precision.

The analog EL3356-0010 input terminal enables direct connection of a resistor bridge or load cell in a 4- or 6-wire connection technology. The ratio between the bridge voltage UD and the supply voltage UREF is determined simultaneously in the input circuit and the final load value is calculated as a process value on the basis of the settings in the terminal. With automatic self-calibration (can be deactivated), dynamic filters and distributed clock support, the terminal with measuring cycles of 100 µs can be used for fast and precise monitoring of torque or vibration sensors.

The analog EL3356-0020 input terminal enables direct connection of a resistor bridge or load cell in a 4- or 6-wire connection technology. The ratio between the bridge voltage UD and the supply voltage UREF is determined simultaneously in the input circuit and the final load value is calculated as a process value on the basis of the settings in the terminal. With automatic self-calibration (can be deactivated), dynamic filters and distributed clock support, the terminal with measuring cycles of 100 µs can be used for fast and precise monitoring of torque or vibration sensors.

The analog EL3356-0090 input terminal enables direct connection of a resistor bridge or load cell in a 4- or 6-wire connection technology. The ratio between the bridge voltage UD and the supply voltage UREF is determined simultaneously in the input circuit and the final load value is calculated as a process value on the basis of the settings in the terminal. With automatic self-calibration (can be deactivated) and dynamic filters the terminal with measuring cycles of 10 ms can be used for slow weighings with high precision.

The EL3423 EtherCAT Terminal enables the measurement of relevant data for an efficient energy management system. The voltage is measured internally via direct connection of L1, L2, L3 and N. The current of the three phases L1, L2 and L3 is fed via simple current transformers. The measured energy values are available separately as generated and accepted values. In the EL3423 Terminal, the effective power and the energy consumption for each phase are calculated. In addition, an internally calculated network quality factor provides information about the quality of the monitored voltage supply. The EL3423 offers basic functionality for mains analysis and energy management.

The EL3443 EtherCAT Terminal enables the measurement of all relevant electrical data of the supply network and carries out simple pre-evaluation. The voltage is measured via direct connection of L1, L2, L3 and N. The current of the three phases L1, L2 and L3 is fed via simple current transformers. All measured currents and voltages are available as root-mean-square values. In the EL3443 terminal, the effective power and energy consumption for each phase are calculated. The RMS values of voltage U and current I as well as the active power P, apparent power S, reactive power Q, frequency f, phase shift angle cos φ and harmonic are available. The EL3443 offers extended functionality for mains analysis and energy management.

The EL3446 EtherCAT Terminal enables the measurement of all relevant electrical data of the supply network and carries out simple pre-evaluation. Since the EL3446 itself has no voltage inputs, the voltage measured values are transmitted via EtherCAT by an EL3443 to be installed once per network. The current of up to six phases is fed via simple current transformers. All measured currents and voltages are available as root-mean-square values. In the EL3446 terminal, the effective power and energy consumption for each phase are calculated. The RMS values of voltage U and current I as well as the active power P, apparent power S, reactive power Q, frequency f, phase shift angle cos φ and harmonic are available. The EL3446 offers extended functionality for mains analysis and energy management.

The EL3453 EtherCAT power measurement terminal has voltage inputs for direct monitoring of high-capacity generators up to max. 690 V AC, as is common in the wind industry, for example. No upstream voltage transformer is required. The four current inputs are electrically isolated so that the terminal can be used in all common grounded current transformer configurations such as 2- or 3-transformer configurations with star or delta connection incl. neutral conductor current measurement. The EL3453 can be used for simple grid analysis up to the 63rd harmonics analysis. Alternatively, all readings can be combined in a power quality factor for simplified diagnostics. Like all measured terminal data, the harmonic content can be read via the process data. The EL3453 offers the “ExtendedRange” feature enabling the use of the full technical measuring range, which equals 130% of the specified nominal measuring range.

The EL3483 EtherCAT Terminal enables the monitoring of relevant electrical data of the supply network. The voltage is measured internally via direct connection of L1, L2, L3 and N. The internal measured values are compared with threshold values preset by the user. The result is available as digital information in the process image. The EL3483 checks for the correct phase order L1, L2, L3, phase failure, undervoltage and overvoltage, and possible phase asymmetry. An error bit is set in the case of an incorrect phase order or the failure of a phase. Should, for example, an asymmetry or voltage error occur, only a warning bit is set initially. In addition, an internally calculated mains quality factor provides information about the quality of the monitored voltage supply. The EL3483 offers basic functionality for mains monitoring and analysis.

The EL3483-0060 EtherCAT Terminal enables the monitoring of relevant electrical data of the supply network. The voltage is measured internally via direct connection of L1, L2, L3 and N. The internal measured values are compared with threshold values preset by the user. The result is available as digital information in the process image. The EL3483-0060 checks for the correct phase order L1, L2, L3, phase failure, undervoltage and overvoltage, and possible phase asymmetry. An error bit is set in the case of an incorrect phase order or the failure of a phase. Should, for example, an asymmetry or voltage error occur, only a warning bit is set initially. In addition, an internally calculated mains quality factor provides information about the quality of the monitored voltage supply. The EL3483-0060 offers basic functionality for mains monitoring and analysis. In addition, the -0060 version also outputs current RMS values of the voltage in the process image.

Accelerometers with IEPE interface can be directly connected to the EL3632 EtherCAT Terminal. The measuring signals are analyzed on the PC via the TwinCAT library. This enables all benefits of the PC platform, such as performance and flexibility, to be fully utilized. Alternatively, custom software can be used for the analysis. The terminal can be adapted to individual requirements through configurable filters and supply currents.

The EL3702 analog input terminal handles signals in the range between -10 and +10 V. The voltage is digitized to a resolution of 16 bits, and is transmitted, electrically isolated, to the controller. The signals are oversampled with an adjustable, integer multiple (oversampling factor: n) of the bus cycle frequency (n microcycles per bus cycle). For each bus cycle, the EtherCAT Terminal generates a process data block that is transferred collectively during the next bus cycle. The time base of the terminal can be synchronized precisely with other EtherCAT devices via distributed clocks. This procedure enables the temporal resolution of the analog input signals to be increased to n times the bus cycle time. In conjunction with the EL47xx (analog output terminal with oversampling), responses with equidistant time intervals, e.g. in the event of a threshold value being exceeded, become possible.

The EL3702-0015 analog input terminal handles signals in the range between -150 and +150 mV and is thus ideally suited for the measurement of shunts and Rogowski coils with built-in integrator. The voltage is digitized to a resolution of 16 bits, and is transmitted, electrically isolated, to the controller. The signals are oversampled with an adjustable, integer multiple (oversampling factor: n) of the bus cycle time (n microcycles per bus cycle). For each microcycle, the EtherCAT Terminal generates a process data block that is transferred collectively during the next bus cycle. The time base of the terminal can be synchronized precisely with other EtherCAT devices via distributed clocks. This procedure enables the temporal resolution of the analog input signals to be increased to n times the bus cycle time. In conjunction with the EL47xx (analog output terminal with oversampling), responses with equidistant time intervals, e.g. in the event of a threshold value being exceeded, become possible. The distributed clocks function enables several EL3702-0015 devices to be synchronized in almost any configuration. The maximum sampling rate per channel is 100 ksamples/s (100,000 samples/s).

The EL3742 analog input terminal handles signals in the range between 0 and 20 mA. The voltage is digitized to a resolution of 16 bits, and is transmitted, electrically isolated, to the controller. The input channels of the EtherCAT Terminal have differential inputs and possess a common, internal ground potential. The signals are oversampled with an adjustable, integer multiple (oversampling factor: n) of the bus cycle frequency (n microcycles per bus cycle). For each bus cycle, the EtherCAT Terminal generates a process data block that is collected and transferred during the next bus cycle. The time base of the terminal can be synchronized precisely with other EtherCAT devices via distributed clocks. This procedure enables the temporal resolution of the analog input signals to be increased to n times the bus cycle time. In conjunction with the EL47xx (analog output terminal with oversampling), responses with equidistant time intervals, e.g. in the event of a threshold value being exceeded, become possible. The distributed clocks function enables several EL3742 devices to be synchronized in almost any configuration. The maximum sampling rate per channel is 100 ksamples/s (100,000 samples/s).

The EL3751 analog input terminal is part of the new generation of analog EtherCAT measurement terminals. The nominal measuring range of the input channel can be comprehensively parameterized, both electrically and on the software side:

The EL3751-0020 analog input terminal is part of the new generation of analog EtherCAT measurement terminals. The nominal measuring range of the input channel can be comprehensively parameterized, both electrically and on the software side:

The EL3773 and EL3783 power monitoring terminals are designed for state monitoring of 3-phase AC voltage systems. For each phase voltages and currents are sampled as instantaneous values with a resolution of 16 bits:

The EL3783 EtherCAT Terminal is a power monitoring I/O terminal used for state monitoring of a 3-phase AC voltage system. For each phase, voltage up to 400/690 Vrms and current up to 1 Arms/5 Arms are sampled as instantaneous values with a resolution of 16 bits. The six channels are measured simultaneously based on the EtherCAT oversampling principle with a temporal resolution of up to 50 µs and then passed on to the control system. With the processing power available there and in combination with the TwinCAT Function TF3650, true RMS or power calculations as well as complex user-specific algorithms can be calculated via the voltage and current characteristics. Through the oversampling principle, the terminal is able to measure at significantly shorter intervals than the cycle time of the control system. AC and DC parameters must be connected and measured with a common reference potential.

The EL4102 analog output terminal generates signals in the range between 0 and 10 V. The voltage is supplied to the process level with a resolution of 16 bits and is electrically isolated. The output channels of the EtherCAT Terminal have a common ground potential. The EL4102 combines two channels in one housing. The signal state of the EtherCAT Terminal is indicated by light emitting diodes.

The EL4104 analog output terminal generate signals in the range between 0 and 10 V. The voltage is supplied to the process level with a resolution of 16 bits and is electrically isolated. The output channels of the EtherCAT Terminal have a common ground potential. The EL4104 has four channels. The signal state of the EtherCAT Terminal is indicated by light emitting diodes.

The EL4112 analog output terminal generates analog output signals in the range between 0 and 20 mA. The power is supplied to the process level with a resolution of 16 bits and is electrically isolated. Ground potential for the output channels of an EtherCAT Terminal is common with the 0 V DC supply. The output stages are powered by the 24 V supply. The EL4112 combines two channels in one housing. The EtherCAT Terminal indicates its signal state by means of light emitting diodes.

The EL4112-0010 analog output terminal generates analog output signals in the range between -10 and +10 mA. The power is supplied to the process level with a resolution of 16 bits and is electrically isolated. Ground potential for the output channels of an EtherCAT Terminal is common with the 24 V DC supply. The output stages are powered by the 24 V supply. The signal state of the EtherCAT Terminals is indicated by light emitting diodes.

The EL4114 analog output terminal generates analog output signals in the range between 0 and 20 mA. The power is supplied to the process level with a resolution of 16 bits and is electrically isolated. Ground potential for the output channels of the EtherCAT Terminal is common with the 24 V DC supply. The output stages are powered by the 24 V supply. The EL4114 has four channels. The EtherCAT Terminal indicates its signal state by means of light emitting diodes.

The EL4122 analog output terminal generates signals in the range between 4 and 20 mA. The power is supplied to the process level with a resolution of 16 bits and is electrically isolated. Ground potential for the output channels of the EtherCAT Terminal is common with the 24 V DC supply. The output stages are powered by the 24 V supply. The EL4122 combines two channels in one housing. The signal state of the EtherCAT Terminal is indicated by light emitting diodes.

The EL4124 analog output terminal generates signals in the range between 4 and 20 mA. The power is supplied to the process level with a resolution of 16 bits and is electrically isolated. Ground potential for the output channels of the EtherCAT Terminal is common with the 24 V DC supply. The output stages are powered by the 24 V supply. The EL4124 has four channels. The signal state of the EtherCAT Terminal is indicated by light emitting diodes.

The EL4134 analog output terminal generates signals in the range between -10 and +10 V. The voltage is supplied to the process level with a resolution of 16 bits and is electrically isolated. The output channels of the EtherCAT Terminal have a common ground potential. The EL4134 has four channels. The signal state of the EtherCAT Terminal is indicated by light emitting diodes.

The EL4132 analog output terminal generates signals in the range between -10 and +10 V. The voltage is supplied to the process level with a resolution of 16 bits and is electrically isolated. The output channels of the EtherCAT Terminal have a common ground potential. The EL4132 combines two channels in one housing. The signal state of the EtherCAT Terminal is indicated by light emitting diodes.

The EL4712 analog output terminal generates output signals in the range between 0 and 20 mA. The voltage is supplied to the process level with a resolution of 16 bits and is electrically isolated. The output channels have a common ground potential. The outputs are sampled with an adjustable, integer multiple (oversampling factor: n) of the bus cycle frequency (n microcycles per bus cycle). For each bus cycle, the EtherCAT Terminal receives a process data block that is output consecutively. The time base of the terminal can be synchronized precisely with other EtherCAT devices via distributed clocks. This procedure enables the temporal resolution of the analog output signals to be increased to n times the bus cycle time. In conjunction with the EL37xx (analog input terminal with oversampling), responses with equidistant time intervals, e.g. in the event of a threshold value being exceeded, become possible. The EL4712 device can output a maximum of 100,000 values (100 ksamples/s) per channel and second.

The EL4732 analog output terminal generates signals in the range between -10 V and +10 V. The voltage is supplied to the process level with a resolution of 16 bits and is electrically isolated. The output channels have a common ground potential. The outputs are oversampled with an adjustable, integer multiple (oversampling factor: n) of the bus cycle frequency (n microcycles per bus cycle). For each bus cycle, the EtherCAT Terminal receives a process data block that is output consecutively. The time base of the terminal can be synchronized precisely with other EtherCAT devices via distributed clocks. This procedure enables the temporal resolution of the analog output signals to be increased to n times the bus cycle time. In conjunction with the EL37xx (analog input terminal with oversampling), responses with equidistant time intervals, e.g. in the event of a threshold value being exceeded, become possible. The EL4732 device can output a maximum of 100,000 values (100 ksamples/s) per channel and second.

The EL5001 EtherCAT Terminal is an SSI master and enables the direct connection of an absolute encoder with SSI (synchronous serial interface). Both singleturn and multiturn encoders are supported. The 24 V supply of the encoder can be provided directly via the terminal connection points. The EL9505 power supply unit terminal can be used for an optional 5 V encoder operating voltage.

The EL5001-0011 SSI monitor EtherCAT Terminal is used for monitoring the data exchange between SSI master and SSI encoder (slave). The encoder is powered via the existing SSI interface. The interface circuit makes the incoming data stream available to the controller as a data word in the process image. Various operating modes can be permanently set via the control register.

The EL5001-0090 EtherCAT Terminal is an SSI master and enables the direct connection of an absolute encoder with SSI (synchronous serial interface). Both singleturn and multiturn encoders are supported. The 24 V supply of the encoder can be provided directly via the terminal connection points. The EL9505 power supply unit terminal can be used for an optional 5 V encoder operating voltage.

The EL5002 EtherCAT Terminal is an SSI master and enables the direct connection of two absolute encoders with SSI (synchronous serial interface). Both singleturn and multiturn encoders are supported. An EL91xx power supply terminal can be used for a 24 V supply to the encoder, and the EL9505 for the optional 5 V encoder operating voltage.

The EL5021 EtherCAT Terminal is used for the direct connection of a measuring probe or encoder with sinusoidal, differential voltage output 1 VPP. Input frequencies of max. 250 kHz can be evaluated. The current counter reading can be zeroed (reset) or stored separately via the C track of the encoder, which is also called reference mark. The 5 V supply to the encoder is provided directly via the terminal connection points. The EL5021 features amplitude and frequency error detection of the input signals.

The EL5021-0090 EtherCAT Terminal is used for the direct connection of a measuring probe or encoder with sinusoidal, differential voltage output 1 VPP. Input frequencies of max. 250 kHz can be evaluated. The current counter reading can be zeroed (reset) or stored separately via the C track of the encoder, which is also called reference mark. The 5 V supply to the encoder is provided directly via the terminal connection points. The EL5021-0090 features amplitude and frequency error detection of the input signals.

The EL5032 is used for direct connection of two encoders with EnDat^® 2.2 interface. The bidirectional interface enables automatic readout of position values, diagnostic data as well as internal and external temperature values and the electronic nameplate of the encoder. In addition, the EL5032 provides an encoder supply of 5 V or optionally 9 V. Extensive functions enable a cost-effective and shortened commissioning.

The EL5032-0090 is used for direct connection of two encoders with EnDat^® 2.2 interface. The bidirectional interface enables automatic readout of position values, diagnostic data as well as internal and external temperature values and the electronic nameplate of the encoder. In addition, the EL5032-0090 provides an encoder supply of 5 V or optionally 9 V.

The EL5042 EtherCAT Terminals is a BiSS^® C master and enables the direct connection of an absolute encoder with BiSS^® C or SSI interface. Both singleturn and multiturn encoders are supported. The EL5042 also provides an encoder supply of 5 V or optionally 9 V.

The EL5101 EtherCAT Terminal is an interface for the direct connection of incremental encoders with differential signals (RS422) or TTL single ended signals. Input frequencies up to 1 MHz can be evaluated. Two additional 24 V digital inputs are available for storing, blocking and setting the counter status. The error message output of an encoder can be connected and evaluated via the status input. The 5 V and 24 V supply of the encoder can be provided directly via the terminal connection points.

The EL5101-0010 EtherCAT Terminal is an interface for the direct connection of incremental encoders with differential signals (RS422). With a maximum input frequency of up to 5 MHz it is particularly suitable for dynamic applications. Two additional 24 V digital inputs are available for storing, blocking and setting the counter status. The error message output of an encoder can be connected and evaluated via the status input. The 5 V and 24 V supply of the encoder can be provided directly via the terminal connection points.

The EL5101-0011 EtherCAT Terminal is an interface for the direct connection of incremental encoders with differential signals (RS422). It processes the signals for a finer resolution of position values according to the oversampling principle. The 5 V and 24 V supply of the encoder can be provided directly via the terminal connection points.

The EL5101-0090 EtherCAT Terminal is an interface for the direct connection of incremental encoders with differential signals (RS422) or TTL single ended signals. Two additional 24 V digital inputs are available for storing, blocking and setting the counter status. The error message output of an encoder can be connected and evaluated via the status input. The 5 V and 24 V supply of the encoder can be provided directly via the terminal connection points.

The EL5151 EtherCAT Terminal is an interface for the direct connection of one incremental encoder (24 V HTL). An additional 24 V digital input is available for storing or blocking the counter status. As an alternative, the EL5151 can be used as a up/down counter. The 24 V supply of the encoder can be provided directly via the terminal connection points.

The EL5151-0090 EtherCAT Terminal is an interface for the direct connection of one incremental encoder (24 V HTL). An additional 24 V digital input is available for storing or blockingthe counter status. As an alternative, the EL5151-0090 can be used as a up/down counter. The 24 V supply of the encoder can be provided directly via the terminal connection points.

The EL5152 EtherCAT Terminal is an interface for the direct connection of two incremental encoders (24-V-HTL) with A and B track. As an alternative, the EL5152 can be used as a up/down counter. The 24 V supply of the encoder can be provided directly via the terminal connection points.

The EL6688 EtherCAT Terminal presents itself as a device in the IEEE 1588 synchronization system with support for PTPv1 (IEEE 1588-2002) and PTPv2 (IEEE 1588-2008) based on Ethernet.

The EtherCAT bridge terminal EL6692 enables real-time data exchange between EtherCAT strands with different masters. It also enables synchronization of the distributed clocks of the individual strands. The power supply on the primary side (E-bus) comes from the E-bus, on the secondary side (RJ45) via an external connection. If several EL6692 are used, data traffic to the terminals on the other side can continue in the event of a power supply failure on one side. The bridge terminal can also be used for integrating a subordinate PC system as an EtherCAT slave.

The EL6695 EtherCAT bridge terminal enables real-time data exchange between EtherCAT Terminal strands with different masters. Asynchronous communication via AoE, FoE, EoE, NPI, etc. is also supported. Synchronization of distributed clocks is possible in both directions. The EL6695 differs from the EL6692 (which will continue to be available) in terms of a flexible CoE configuration, a device emulation option and a significant increase in data throughput. A convenient configuration interface is available in the TwinCAT System Manager, as with the EL6692. The power supply for the secondary side (RJ45) is via an external connection, the primary side is supplied via the E-bus. The bridge terminal can also be used for integrating a subordinate PC system as an EtherCAT slave.

The EL7031 EtherCAT Terminal is intended for the direct connection of stepper Motors in the low power range up to 1.5 A. The compact stepper motor output stage is accommodated in the EtherCAT Terminal together with two digital inputs for limit switches. Through parameterization, the EL7031 can be adjusted to the motor and the application requirements. 64-fold micro-stepping ensures particularly quiet and precise motor operation.

The EL7031-0030 EtherCAT Terminal is intended for the direct connection of stepper Motors in the low power range up to 2.8 A. The compact stepper motor output stage is accommodated in the EtherCAT Terminal together with two analog inputs (0…10 V/12 bit). Through parameterization, the EL7031-0030 can be adjusted to the motor and the application requirements. 64-fold micro-stepping ensures particularly quiet and precise motor operation.

The EL7037 EtherCAT Terminal is intended for the direct connection of stepper motors in the low power range up to 1.5 A. The compact stepper motor output stage is accommodated in the EtherCAT Terminal together with two digital inputs for limit switches. Through parameterization, the EL7037 can be adjusted to the motor and the application requirements. 64-fold micro-stepping ensures particularly quiet and precise motor operation.

The EL7041 EtherCAT Terminal is intended for the direct connection of stepper Motors in the mid power range up to 5 A an a voltage range from 8…48 V. The compact stepper motor output stage is accommodated in the EtherCAT Terminal together with two digital inputs for limit switches an one encoder interface. Through parameterization, the EL7041 can be adjusted to the motor and the application requirements. 64-fold micro-stepping ensures particularly quiet and precise motor operation.

The EL7041-0052 EtherCAT Terminal is intended for the direct connection of stepper motors in the mid power range up to 5 A an a voltage range from 8…48 V. The compact stepper motor output stage is accommodated in the EtherCAT Terminal together with two digital inputs for limit switches. Through parameterization, the EL7041-0052 can be adjusted to the motor and the application requirements. 64-fold micro-stepping ensures particularly quiet and precise motor operation.

The EL7047 EtherCAT Terminal is intended for the direct connection of stepper Motors in the mid power range up to 5 A an a voltage range from 8…48 V. The compact stepper motor output stage is accommodated in the EtherCAT Terminal together with two digital inputs for limit switches. Through parameterization, the EL7047 can be adjusted to the motor and the application requirements. 64-fold micro-stepping ensures particularly quiet and precise motor operation.

The EL7047-9014 EtherCAT Terminal is intended for the direct connection of stepper Motors in the mid power range up to 5 A an a voltage range from 8…48 V. The compact stepper motor output stage is accommodated in the EtherCAT Terminal together with two digital inputs for limit switches and one encoder interface. Through parameterization, the EL7047-9014 can be adjusted to the motor and the application requirements. 64-fold micro-stepping ensures particularly quiet and precise motor operation.

The EL7201-0010 servomotor EtherCAT Terminal with integrated absolute value interface offers high servo performance in a very compact design. The fast control technology, based on field-oriented current and PI speed control, supports fast and highly dynamic positioning tasks. The monitoring of numerous parameters, such as overvoltage and undervoltage, overcurrent, terminal temperature or motor load via the calculation of a I²T model, offers maximum operational reliability. EtherCAT, as a high-performance system communication, and CAN-over-EtherCAT (CoE), as the application layer, enable ideal interfacing with PC-based control technology. The latest power semiconductors guarantee minimum power loss and enable feedback into the DC link when braking. 16 LEDs indicate status, warning and error messages as well as possibly active limitations.

The EL7201 servomotor EtherCAT Terminal, with integrated resolver interface, offers high servo performance in a very compact design. The fast control technology, based on field-oriented current and PI speed control, supports fast and highly dynamic positioning tasks. The monitoring of numerous parameters, such as overvoltage and undervoltage, overcurrent, terminal temperature or motor load via the calculation of a I²T model, offers maximum operational reliability. EtherCAT, as a high-performance system communication, and CAN-over-EtherCAT (CoE), as the application layer, enable ideal interfacing with PC-based control technology. The latest power semiconductors guarantee minimum power loss and enable feedback into the DC link when braking. 16 LEDs indicate status, warning and error messages as well as possibly active limitations.

The EL7201-9014 servomotor EtherCAT Terminal with integrated absolute value interface offers high servo performance in a very compact design. The fast control technology, based on field-oriented current and PI speed control, supports fast and highly dynamic positioning tasks. The monitoring of numerous parameters, such as overvoltage and undervoltage, overcurrent, terminal temperature or motor load via the calculation of a I²T model, offers maximum operational reliability. EtherCAT, as a high-performance system communication, and CAN-over-EtherCAT (CoE), as the application layer, enable ideal interfacing with PC-based control technology. The latest power semiconductors guarantee minimum power loss and enable feedback into the DC link when braking. 16 LEDs indicate status, warning and error messages as well as possibly active limitations.

The EL7211 servomotor EtherCAT Terminal with integrated resolver interface offers high servo performance in a very compact design for motors from the AM8100 and AM3100 series up to 4.5 A (Irms). The fast control technology, based on field-orientated current and PI speed control, supports fast and highly dynamic positioning tasks.

The EL7211-0010 servomotor EtherCAT Terminal with integrated One Cable Technology (OCT) offers high servo performance in a very compact design for motors from the AM8100 up to 4.5 A (Irms). The One Cable Technology combines a motor cable and an absolute feedback system in a single cable. The integrated electronic type plate of the AM81xx motors can be read in automatically by the servo terminal to configure the motor parameters automatically. Thus, wiring and commissioning expenditure are minimized.

The EL7211-9014 servomotor EtherCAT Terminal with integrated One Cable Technology (OCT) offers high servo performance in a very compact design for motors from the AM8100 up to 4.5 A (Irms). The One Cable Technology combines a motor cable and an absolute feedback system in a single cable. The integrated electronic type plate of the AM81xx motors can be read in automatically by the servo terminal to configure the motor parameters automatically. Thus, wiring and commissioning expenditure are minimized.

The EL7221-9014 servomotor EtherCAT Terminal with integrated One Cable Technology (OCT) offers powerful servo performance in a very compact design for motors from the AM8100 series up to 8 A (Irms). OCT combines a motor cable and an absolute feedback system in a single cable. The integrated electronic type plate of the AM81xx motors can be read in by the servo terminal to configure the motor parameters automatically. Thus, commissioning of the motors as well as cabling are minimized. The high-performance control technology supports fast and highly dynamic positioning tasks. Monitoring of numerous integrated parameters offers maximum operational reliability. The specified output power is attained in operation with the ZB8610 fan cartridge. For operation without a fan cartridge, the EL7211-9014 is recommended. The STO function according to EN 61800-5-2, can be implemented using the reaction-free HWE input corresponding to a safety level Cat. 3, PL d according to DIN EN ISO 13849-1:2015 (see document "EP7211-0034 | TwinSAFE application example").

The EL7332 EtherCAT Terminal enables direct operation of two DC motors. It is galvanically isolated from the E-bus. The speed is preset by a 16 bit value from the automation unit. The output stage is protected against overload and short-circuit, the common thermal overload warning applies to both output stages together. The EtherCAT Terminal has two channels that indicate their signal state via light emitting diodes. The LEDs enable quick local diagnosis.

The EL7342 EtherCAT Terminal enables direct operation of two DC motors. It is galvanically isolated from the E-bus. The speed or position is specified by the automation device via a 16 bit value. Connection of an incremental encoder enables a simple servo axis to be realized. The output stage is protected against overload and short-circuit, the common thermal overload warning applies to both output stages together. The EtherCAT Terminal has two channels that indicate their signal state via light emitting diodes. The LEDs enable quick local diagnosis.

The EL7411 BLDC motor terminal provides high control performance in a very compact design for the medium output range of BLDC motors. Due to the fast control technology and the connection of an incremental encoder, both very high speed profiles and dynamic positioning tasks can be implemented. Maximum operational reliability is provided through the monitoring of numerous parameters, such as overvoltage, undervoltage, overcurrent, terminal temperature or motor load via the calculation of an I²T model. The terminal’s output current can be increased in conjunction with the ZB8610 fan cartridge.

The EL7411-xxxx BLDC motor terminal provides high control performance in a very compact design for the medium output range of BLDC motors. Due to the fast control technology and the connection of an incremental encoder, both very high speed profiles and dynamic positioning tasks can be implemented. Maximum operational reliability is provided through the monitoring of numerous parameters, such as overvoltage, undervoltage, overcurrent, terminal temperature or motor load via the calculation of an I²T model. Moreover, the EL7411-9014 enables the user to implement STO (Safe Torque Off) safety functions corresponding to a Cat. 3, PL d safety level according to DIN EN ISO 13849-1:2015. The terminal's output current can be increased in conjunction with the ZB8610 fan cartridge.

The EL5102 EtherCAT Terminal is an interface for the direct connection of two incremental encoders with differential signals (RS422) or single ended signals (TTL and open collector), parameterizable per channel. Input frequencies up to 5 MHz can be processed. Two additional 24 V digital inputs are available for storing, blocking and setting the counter status. It is also possible to set the counter to a predefined value or to lock the counter directly through the process data. The error message output of an encoder can be connected and evaluated via the status input. The 5 V, 12 V or 24 V supply of the encoder can be provided directly via the terminal connection points.

The EL5112 EtherCAT Terminal is an interface for the direct connection of two incremental encoders with A and B track or one encoder with A, B and C track. Encoders with differential signals (RS422) or single-ended signals (TTL and open collector) can be connected. Input frequencies up to 5 MHz can be processed. In 2-channel mode, one 24 V digital input per channel is available for storing, blocking and setting the counter status; in 1-channel operation, both inputs can be used. It is also possible to set the counter to a predefined value or to lock the counter directly through the process data. The 5 V, 12 V or 24 V supply of the encoder can be provided directly via the terminal connection points.

The EL5131 EtherCAT Terminal is an interface for the direct connection of incremental encoders with differential signals (RS422) or single-ended signals (TTL and open collector). Two parameterizable 24 V DC push-pull, tristate outputs are available, which are set after reaching a specified count, frequency or speed value. This allows the realization of a digital cam controller, which uses position or time cams and ensures a precise response time independent of the fieldbus cycle.

The EL5122 EtherCAT Terminal is an interface for the direct connection of two incremental encoders with A and B track. Encoders with single ended signals (TTL and open collector) can be connected. Due to internal pull-up resistors, no external circuitry is necessary for open collector evaluation. Per channel a 24 V digital input is available for storing, blocking and setting the counter status. It is also possible to set the counter to a predefined value or to lock the counter directly through the process data. The 5 V, 12 V or 24 V supply of the encoder can be provided directly via the terminal connection points.

The EL5101 EtherCAT Terminal is an interface for the direct connection of incremental encoders with differential signals (RS422) or TTL single ended signals. Input frequencies up to 1 MHz can be evaluated. Two additional 24 V digital inputs are available for storing, blocking and setting the counter status. The error message output of an encoder can be connected and evaluated via the status input. The 5 V and 24 V supply of the encoder can be provided directly via the terminal connection points.

The EJ5101 EtherCAT plug-in module is an interface for the direct connection of incremental encoders with differential signals (RS422) or TTL single ended signals via the signal distribution board. Two additional 24 V digital inputs are available for storing, blocking and setting the counter status. The error message output of an encoder can be connected and evaluated via the status input of the module. The encoder can be supplied with 5 V DC directly from the EtherCAT plug-in module.

The EJ5151 EtherCAT plug-in module is an interface for connecting a 24 V incremental encoder (24 V HTL) via the signal distribution board. An additional 24 V digital input is available for storing or blocking the counter reading. Alternatively, the EJ5151 can be used as up/down counter. The 24 V supply of the encoder can be provided directly via the supply on the signal distribution board.

The EtherCAT plug-in module EJ5002 is an SSI master and allows the direct connection of two absolute encoders with SSI (synchronous serial interface) via the signal distribution board. Both singleturn and multiturn encoders are supported. The 24 V supply of the encoder can be provided directly via the feed-in on the signal distribution board. The EJ9505 power supply module can be used for an optional 5 V power.

The 8-channel digital input terminal EL1258-0010 acquires fast binary control signals from the process level and transmits them, in an electrically isolated form, to the controller. The EL1258-0010 is the ground switching version of the EL1258 and offers not only a higher channel density compared to the EL1252, but also higher performance due to the multi-timestamp function. Whereas the EL1252 can accept one edge change with timestamp per bus cycle, the EL1258-0010 offers the possibility to register up to 32 events with timestamps. The EL1258-0010 is synchronized with other EtherCAT devices through the distributed clocks system, so that events in the whole system can be measured with a uniform timebase.

The EL2521-xxxx output terminals change the frequency of a binary signal and output it (electrically isolated from the K-bus). The frequency is preset by a 16 bit value from the automation device. The signal state of the EtherCAT Terminal is indicated by light emitting diodes. The LEDs are clocked with the outputs and each displays an active output.

The EL2521-xxxx output terminals change the frequency of a binary signal and output it (electrically isolated from the K-bus). The frequency is preset by a 16 bit value from the automation device. The signal state of the EtherCAT Terminal is indicated by light emitting diodes. The LEDs are clocked with the outputs and each displays an active output.

The EL2521-xxxx output terminals change the frequency of a binary signal and output it (electrically isolated from the E-bus). The frequency is preset by a 16 bit value from the automation device. The signal state of the EtherCAT Terminal is indicated by light emitting diodes. The LEDs are clocked with the outputs and each displays an active output.

The job of the EL3142-0010 analog input terminal is to supply power to measuring transducers located in the field, and to transmit analog measurement signals with electrical isolation to the automation device. The voltage for the sensors is supplied to the terminals via the power contacts. The power contacts can optionally be supplied with operating voltage in the standard way or via a supply terminal (EL9xxx) with electrical isolation. The input electronics is independent of the supply voltage of the power contacts. The 0 V power contact is the reference potential for the inputs. The EtherCAT Terminal indicates its signal state by means of light emitting diodes.