Designed for reliable industrial fieldbus integration, the Beckhoff BK8000 Bus Coupler links modular Beckhoff Bus Terminals directly to RS485 network architectures. This interface module processes up to 512 digital input/output channels and 256 analog input/output channels, translating physical peripheral signals into the open, documented RS485 serial communication protocol. System parameters and node addressing are easily set up using the KS2000 configuration software, ensuring seamless commissioning and diagnostics.
The BK8000 acts as the central decentralized head station, managing the internal K-bus system and distributing power to downstream terminal slices. With integrated galvanic isolation separating the fieldbus connection, the internal electronic components, and the 24 V DC power contacts, this bus coupler delivers excellent noise immunity and operational stability in demanding electrical environments.
| Manufacturer | BECKHOFF |
| Model / Part Number | BK8000 |
| Protocol | Open, documented protocol |
| Bus Interface | RS485 D-sub |
| Data Transfer Rates | 9.6 kbaud, 19.2 kbaud, 38.4 kbaud |
| Max. Number of Bus Terminals | 64 |
| Max. Number of Fieldbus Bytes | 512 byte input / 512 byte output |
| Digital Peripheral Signals | 512 inputs / outputs |
| Analog Peripheral Signals | 256 inputs / outputs |
| Power Supply | 24 V DC (-15 % / +20 %) |
| Input Current | 70 mA + (total K-bus current) / 4 (Max. 500 mA) |
| Starting Current | 2.5 x continuous current |
| Recommended Fuse | ≤ 10 A |
| K-Bus Current Supply | 1750 mA |
| Power Contacts Max. | 24 V DC / Max. 10 A |
| Electrical Isolation | 500 V (power contact / supply voltage / fieldbus) |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to +55 degC |
| Storage Temperature | -25 to +85 degC |
| Relative Humidity | 95 %, non-condensing |
| Vibration / Shock Resistance | Conforms to EN 60068-2-6 / EN 60068-2-27 |
| EMC Immunity / Emission | Conforms to EN 61000-6-2 / EN 61000-6-4 |
| Protection Rating | IP20 |
| Installation Position | Variable |
| Weight | Approx. 170 g |
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Manufacturer: BECKHOFF
Product No.: BK8000
Country of origin:Germany
Product Type: RS485 Bus Couplers
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Weight: 170g
Shipping port: Xiamen
Warranty: 12 months
Designed for reliable industrial fieldbus integration, the Beckhoff BK8000 Bus Coupler links modular Beckhoff Bus Terminals directly to RS485 network architectures. This interface module processes up to 512 digital input/output channels and 256 analog input/output channels, translating physical peripheral signals into the open, documented RS485 serial communication protocol. System parameters and node addressing are easily set up using the KS2000 configuration software, ensuring seamless commissioning and diagnostics.
The BK8000 acts as the central decentralized head station, managing the internal K-bus system and distributing power to downstream terminal slices. With integrated galvanic isolation separating the fieldbus connection, the internal electronic components, and the 24 V DC power contacts, this bus coupler delivers excellent noise immunity and operational stability in demanding electrical environments.
| Manufacturer | BECKHOFF |
| Model / Part Number | BK8000 |
| Protocol | Open, documented protocol |
| Bus Interface | RS485 D-sub |
| Data Transfer Rates | 9.6 kbaud, 19.2 kbaud, 38.4 kbaud |
| Max. Number of Bus Terminals | 64 |
| Max. Number of Fieldbus Bytes | 512 byte input / 512 byte output |
| Digital Peripheral Signals | 512 inputs / outputs |
| Analog Peripheral Signals | 256 inputs / outputs |
| Power Supply | 24 V DC (-15 % / +20 %) |
| Input Current | 70 mA + (total K-bus current) / 4 (Max. 500 mA) |
| Starting Current | 2.5 x continuous current |
| Recommended Fuse | ≤ 10 A |
| K-Bus Current Supply | 1750 mA |
| Power Contacts Max. | 24 V DC / Max. 10 A |
| Electrical Isolation | 500 V (power contact / supply voltage / fieldbus) |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to +55 degC |
| Storage Temperature | -25 to +85 degC |
| Relative Humidity | 95 %, non-condensing |
| Vibration / Shock Resistance | Conforms to EN 60068-2-6 / EN 60068-2-27 |
| EMC Immunity / Emission | Conforms to EN 61000-6-2 / EN 61000-6-4 |
| Protection Rating | IP20 |
| Installation Position | Variable |
| Weight | Approx. 170 g |
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