{"product_id":"beckhoff-ks3448-bus-terminal","title":"BECKHOFF KS3448 Bus Terminal","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProcessing analog input signals in compact industrial control setups requires reliable, high-density I\/O interfaces. The \u003cstrong\u003eBECKHOFF KS3448\u003c\/strong\u003e analog input terminal processes up to eight signals in the 0 to 20 mA range with 12-bit resolution. Designed with single-ended technology, this module features a highly compact design form and pluggable wiring levels, easing installation and maintenance in dense control cabinets. It operates directly via the K-bus backplane connection, transmitting digitized process signals to the higher-level automation controller without requiring manual address or hardware configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProvides 8 single-ended analog inputs optimized for 0 to 20 mA current loops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFeatures pluggable wiring levels (KSxxxx series) allowing rapid module exchange without disturbing existing field wiring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFeatures a compact housing design with high packing density for maximum space utilization in control cabinets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDelivers 12-bit conversion resolution with a fast conversion time of approximately 4 ms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEquipped with 500 V electrical isolation between the K-bus and the process signal voltage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNo address or software configuration parameters needed for standard integration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIndustrial process control monitoring analog current loops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFactory automation environments using K-bus controller architectures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMachine manufacturing requiring high-density analog sensor interfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWater treatment, environmental monitoring, and building automation installations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBECKHOFF\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eKS3448\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModule Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eAnalog Input Bus Terminal\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e8\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSignal Current\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e0...20 mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSingle-ended\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInternal Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u0026lt; 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Ensure the locking mechanism engages completely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMaintain clear ventilation space around the terminal stack to prevent localized heat buildup, ensuring operation remains within -25 to +60 degC.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTo insert field wires, actuate the spring-clamp using a standard terminal screwdriver. 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