{"product_id":"beckhoff-el4122-ethercat-terminal","title":"BECKHOFF EL4122 EtherCAT Terminal","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for high-precision industrial control processes, the \u003cstrong\u003eBECKHOFF EL4122\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 2-channel analog output \u003cstrong\u003eEtherCAT Terminal\u003c\/strong\u003e operating within the 4 to 20 mA range. This module converts digital control values from the automation system into analog current signals with a high-resolution output of 16 bits. Electrically isolated from the E-bus, the terminal ensures reliable operation in noise-prone automation environments. 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