{"product_id":"beckhoff-ep3184-0002-ethercat-box-4-channel-analog-input-module","title":"BECKHOFF EP3184-0002 EtherCAT Box 4-Channel Analog Input Module","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BECKHOFF EP3184-0002 EtherCAT Box is a 4-channel analog input module designed for harsh industrial environments requiring decentralized data acquisition. Featuring an IP65, IP66, and IP67 protection rating, this machine-mount module connects directly to the EtherCAT network via M8 sockets and acquires precise process signals without requiring a control cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis module processes four single-ended analog inputs, with each channel individually parameterizable for voltage or current signals ranging from -10\/0 to +10 V or 0\/4 to 20 mA. Operating with a 16-bit resolution including sign and support for distributed clocks, the EP3184-0002 delivers deterministic measurement timing for demanding automation and control applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFour single-ended analog input channels parameterizable for voltage or current\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVoltage ranges: -10\/0 to +10 V; current ranges: 0\/4 to 20 mA\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHigh 16-bit resolution including sign for accurate signal acquisition\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIntegrated EtherCAT interface with dual shielded M8 sockets for line topology\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDistributed clocks support for synchronized, time-precise measurements\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRugged fully potted plastic housing with IP65, IP66, and IP67 protection ratings\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSensor supply powered from the 24 V DC load supply voltage UP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDecentralized machine control systems without control cabinets\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIndustrial pressure, flow, and level monitoring using standard analog sensors\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAutomated test stands and measurement equipment requiring distributed data acquisition\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConveyor and handling systems operating in wet or dusty industrial environments\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\u003eEP3184-0002\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\u003eProtocol\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eEtherCAT\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eNumber of Inputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e4 (single-ended, 1 per socket)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSignal and I\/O\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\u003eSignal Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e-10\/0 to +10 V | 0\/4 to 20 mA, parameterizable per channel\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eInternal Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u0026gt; 200 kOhm (voltage) | typ. 85 Ohm + diode voltage (current)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eCommon-Mode Voltage UCM\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003emax. 35 V\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eResolution\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e16 bit (incl. sign)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eMeasurement Error \/ Uncertainty\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u0026lt; +-0.3 % (relative to full scale value)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eConversion Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e~ 100 us\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eInput Filter Limit Frequency\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e5 kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eInput Filter\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eConfigurable\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDistributed Clocks\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eElectrical\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\u003eNominal Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e24 V DC (-15 % \/ +20 %)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSensor Supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eFrom load supply voltage UP\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eCurrent Consumption from US\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e120 mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eElectrical Isolation\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e500 V\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eConnections 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\u003eBus Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e2 x M8 socket, shielded, screw type\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eInput Connections\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e4 x M12 x 1, 5-pin, a-coded (1 per channel)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003ePower Supply Connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eFeed: 1 x M8 male socket, 4-pin; Downstream: 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 \/ Shock Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eConforms to EN 60068-2-6 \/ EN 60068-2-27\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eEMC Immunity \/ Emission\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eConforms to EN 61000-6-2 \/ 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\u003eCompliance and Certifications\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, ATEX\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eEx Marking\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eII 3 G Ex nA IIC T4 Gc\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 system is completely de-energized before beginning mechanical or electrical installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVerify that the mounting surface is clean and secure the EP3184-0002 module in the desired variable orientation using compatible machine screws.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConnect the incoming EtherCAT network cable to the designated M8 bus socket and daisy-chain to downstream devices if applicable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAttach the 24 V DC system and load supply lines to the M8 power feed connectors, ensuring correct polarity and voltage tolerances.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWire analog sensors to the M12 a-coded input sockets, paying attention to shielding and correct pin assignments for voltage or current signal types.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVerify all connections, secure screw locks on M8 and M12 connectors to maintain IP65\/66\/67 sealing, and restore power before commissioning via TwinCAT.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"BECKHOFF","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53106459345259,"sku":"EP3184-0002","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/ep3184-0002-rcwdegplgjf.png?v=1776244669","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/it\/products\/beckhoff-ep3184-0002-ethercat-box-4-channel-analog-input-module","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}