{"product_id":"beckhoff-el6930-twinsafe-logic-ethercat-terminal","title":"Beckhoff EL6930 TwinSAFE Logic EtherCAT Terminal","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eExecuting complex safety logic operations directly within the I\/O system, the \u003cstrong\u003eBeckhoff EL6930\u003c\/strong\u003e serves as a high-performance TwinSAFE Logic terminal designed to establish reliable link units between safe input and output signals. By integrating safety protocols such as \u003cstrong\u003eTwinSAFE\/Safety over EtherCAT\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePROFIsafe\u003c\/strong\u003e, this terminal permits distributed control architecture across standard industrial networks without sacrificing safety integrity. The unit is optimized for rapid industrial cycles, delivering predictable fault response times and high-density logic configuration within a compact 12 mm terminal form factor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; padding-left: 1.5rem; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-Protocol Safety Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native compatibility with Safety over EtherCAT (FSoE) and PROFIsafe communication standards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Integrity Certification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Qualified for use in applications demanding DIN EN ISO 13849-1:2008 (Category 4, PL e) and EN 61508:2010 (SIL 3) compliance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRapid Processing Cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Achieves a typical cycle time of approximately 500 microseconds, scaleable to overall project size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Diagnostic LEDs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Front-facing LEDs provide direct visual feedback on run states, safe run modes, and operational errors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Wire Termination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built-in spring-actuated clamp connection system facilitates solid and stranded wires.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; padding-left: 1.5rem; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistributed Safety Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e Interlinking local emergency stops, light curtains, and safety doors with distributed safe outputs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-Axis Motion Control Safety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Safe monitoring of servo drives and robotic handling zones in complex packaging and assembly lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInter-Network Safety Bridging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Transporting safe digital signals between EtherCAT master controllers and secondary PROFIsafe nodes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; width: 100%; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; color: #2d3748; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #2b6cb0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSpecification Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eBeckhoff\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eModel \/ Article Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eEL6930\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eProtocol Support\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eTwinSAFE \/ Safety over EtherCAT (FSoE), PROFIsafe\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eE-bus Current Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003e188 mA (typical)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePower Contact Current Load\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eMaximum 10 A\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eCycle Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eApproximately 500 microseconds (dependent on safety project size)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFault Response Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eLess than or equal to parameterizable watchdog time\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSafety Standards\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eEN ISO 13849-1:2008 (Cat. 4, PL e), IEC 61508:2010 (SIL 3)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eIP Protection Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eIP20\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eHousing Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003ePolycarbonate\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eInstallation Position\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eHorizontal on 35 mm DIN rail (EN 60715)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDimensions (W x H x D)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003e12 mm x 100 mm x 68 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSolid Wire Connection (s)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003e0.08 to 2.5 mm2 (AWG 28 to 14)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eStranded Wire Connection (st)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003e0.08 to 2.5 mm2 (AWG 28 to 14)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eWire Connection with Ferrule (f)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003e0.14 to 1.5 mm2 (AWG 26 to 16)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eStripping Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003e8 to 9 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003e50 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eShipping Weight (Calculated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003e0.15 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eConnections and Interfaces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; width: 100%; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; color: #2d3748; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #2b6cb0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eTerminal Connection \/ LED\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFunctional Assignment\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eE-Bus Contacts\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eInternal data exchange and unit power supply (typ. 188 mA draw)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePower Contacts\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eFeed-through power rails (maximum current pass-through: 10 A)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eRUN LED\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eIndicates EtherCAT system communication status\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eERR LED\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eIlluminates\/flashes on bus configuration errors or system faults\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSafe RUN LED\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eIndicates status of the safety application and active logical connections\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEmpirical Engineering Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #1a365d; margin-top: 1rem; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eAlternative Models \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eThe EL6930 safety terminal represents an operational upgrade over legacy EL6900 modules. Note that when migrating legacy safety configurations to the EL6930 inside TwinCAT, you must re-verify the FSoE watchdog timings and confirm your current TwinCAT version supports the target safety project. The EL6930 acts strictly as a logical controller and contains no direct onboard safe I\/O points; it must be paired with safety input (e.g., EL1904) and safety output (e.g., EL2904) terminals to function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #1a365d; margin-top: 1rem; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eApplication Pitfalls \u0026amp; Engineering Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eTo prevent thermal accumulation within dense electrical enclosures, the EL6930 must be mounted horizontally on the DIN rail. Vertical mounting impairs natural convective heat dissipation, which can lower the ambient operating limit of the module and potentially induce erratic safety logic faults. When calculating overall current distribution across the backplane, account for the 188 mA E-bus current consumption to prevent bus power dropouts on large terminal chains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #1a365d; margin-top: 1rem; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eCommissioning \u0026amp; Wiring Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eEnsure the physical F-Address matches the target software configuration set in the TwinCAT System Manager during commissioning. Use only high-integrity shielded cabling for the underlying EtherCAT network to prevent electromagnetic interference from triggering the safety watchdog. When wiring the spring-clamp terminals, utilize a standard flathead screwdriver for actuation and adhere strictly to the 8 to 9 mm stripping depth to guarantee robust electrical contact and protect against vibration-induced wire release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fff5f5; border-left: 4px solid #c53030; padding: 1rem; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-weight: bold; color: #9b2c2c;\"\u003eCRITICAL WARNING\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin: 0.5rem 0 0 0; color: #2d3748;\"\u003eAlways isolate the power supply from the entire control panel before installing, servicing, or removing any EtherCAT terminals. Ensure any residual voltage in system capacitors has completely discharged. Failure to completely de-energize the system may lead to severe physical shocks, permanent damage to the safety processor logic, and unexpected state changes in connected safety machinery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; width: 28px; height: 28px; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 0.75rem; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e1\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; color: #2d3748;\"\u003eMount the EL6930 onto a grounded 35 mm DIN rail (conforming to EN 60715). Position it in the horizontal configuration, sliding the side-by-side slot and key connections together to lock with adjacent EtherCAT terminals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; width: 28px; height: 28px; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 0.75rem; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e2\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; color: #2d3748;\"\u003eUsing a terminal screwdriver, actuate the spring-clamp wire terminals. Insert your stripped, uninsulated solid or stranded wire (cross-sections 0.08 to 2.5 mm2) and release the clamp mechanism to secure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; width: 28px; height: 28px; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 0.75rem; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e3\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; color: #2d3748;\"\u003eApply bus power and configure the node addressing directly through the TwinCAT System Manager software framework, setting your communication and safe watchdog thresholds according to safety standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"BECKHOFF","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53106487886187,"sku":"EL6930","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/el6930-y3y5ex2einc.png?v=1776244568","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/de\/products\/beckhoff-el6930-twinsafe-logic-ethercat-terminal","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}