{"product_id":"beckhoff-ep1312-0001-ethercat-box","title":"BECKHOFF EP1312-0001 EtherCAT Box","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BECKHOFF \u003cstrong\u003eEP1312-0001\u003c\/strong\u003e is an EtherCAT Box module designed to couple EtherCAT P junctions within an industrial automation network. This module serves as an expansion junction, allowing the integration of EtherCAT P devices—which combine communication and power supply in a single cable—directly into harsh environments requiring decentralized I\/O architectures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEquipped with robust physical interfaces and housed in a protective enclosure, the EP1312-0001 facilitates modular machine topologies without requiring control cabinet installation. It processes input and output connections via standardized M8 connectors, supporting decentralized network distribution while maintaining real-time communication capabilities across the EtherCAT infrastructure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCoupling functionality for EtherCAT P junctions in decentralized EtherCAT networks\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIntegrated bus interfaces featuring M8 sockets and P-coded M8 sockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDirect feed and downstream connections via M8 power supply sockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDesigned for panel-free mounting in harsh industrial environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConforms to industrial standards for vibration, shock, and electromagnetic compatibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDecentralized machine tooling and modular assembly systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConveyor and material handling equipment requiring cabinet-free I\/O distribution\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePackaging machinery with distributed sensor and actuator networks\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAutomated manufacturing cells operating in environments exposed to dust and moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eGeneral\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBECKHOFF\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eExact Model\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eEP1312-0001\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eEtherCAT Box\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eTask within EtherCAT system\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eCoupling of EtherCAT P junctions\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCommunication and Interfaces\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eNumber of Channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eIN: 1 x EtherCAT, OUT: 1 x EtherCAT, 2 x EtherCAT P\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBus Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e2 x M8 socket, shielded, screw type; 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Downstream connection: 1 x M8 female socket, 4-pin\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eEnvironmental and Mechanical\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eOperating Temperature Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e-25 to +60 degC\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eStorage Temperature Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e-40 to +85 degC\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eVibration Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eConforms to EN 60068-2-6\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eShock Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eConforms to EN 60068-2-27\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eEMC Immunity\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eConforms to EN 61000-6-2\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eEMC Emission\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eConforms to EN 61000-6-4\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eProtection Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eIP65, IP66, IP67 (conforms to EN 60529)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eInstallation Position\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eVariable\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eApprovals\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eApprovals and Markings\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eCE, UL\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEnsure the entire control system and field-side power supplies are fully de-energized before beginning installation or maintenance work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInspect the EP1312-0001 housing, M8 sockets, and sealing surfaces for any visible transport damage or contamination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMount the module securely onto a flat machine surface or mounting profile using appropriate fasteners suited for variable installation positions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConnect the incoming EtherCAT network cable to the designated shielded M8 socket and attach the power feed cable to the 4-pin M8 male socket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConnect downstream EtherCAT P devices to the P-coded M8 sockets, ensuring total current draws do not exceed the specified limits for US and UP.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVerify all screw-type connectors are properly seated and tightened to maintain the IP65\/66\/67 protection rating against moisture and dust ingress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePower on the system and verify operational status via the module's diagnostic indicators and the TwinCAT engineering environment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"BECKHOFF","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53106514723179,"sku":"EP1312-0001","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/ep1312-0001-xeyrzfxafmm.png?v=1776244635","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/it\/products\/beckhoff-ep1312-0001-ethercat-box","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}