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The BECKHOFF EP5151-0002 EtherCAT Box is a compact industrial module designed for direct connection of single-ended incremental encoders in harsh automation environments. Featuring a robust IP65, IP66, and IP67 protection rating, this device enables direct mounting outside the control cabinet, reducing cabling effort and streamlining decentralized machine architectures.
The module integrates a single-channel incremental encoder interface supporting 16/32-bit switchable up/down counters, quadrature decoding with up to 4-fold evaluation, and a limit frequency of 1 MHz corresponding to 4 million increments per second. It communicates via the high-speed EtherCAT industrial Ethernet protocol and features integrated distributed clocks for precise synchronous execution of control tasks.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BECKHOFF |
| Exact Model | EP5151-0002 |
| Product Type | EtherCAT Box Incremental Encoder Interface |
| Protocol | EtherCAT |
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Number of Channels | 1 |
| Encoder Type | Incremental encoder, single-ended connection (A, B, C) |
| Signal Characteristics | 24 V DC, EN 61131-2, type 1 (Low: < 5 V DC, High: > 15 V DC, typ. 5 mA) |
| Nominal Voltage | 24 V DC (-15 % / +20 %) |
| Encoder Operating Voltage | 24 V DC / 0.5 A (generated from US) |
| Encoder Output Current | 0.5 A |
| Counter Resolution | 1 x 16/32 bit switchable |
| Limit Frequency | 1 MHz (4 million increments/s with 4-fold evaluation) |
| Zero-Pulse Latch | 1 x 16/32 bit switchable |
| Commands | Read, set, enable |
| Distributed Clocks | Yes |
| Current Consumption from US | Typ. 130 mA + sensor supply |
| Electrical Isolation | 500 V |
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Bus Interface | 2 x M8 socket, shielded, screw type |
| Encoder Connection | 1 x M12, 8-pin, screw type |
| Power Supply Connection | Feed: 1 x M8 male socket, 4-pin; Downstream connection: 1 x M8 female socket, 4-pin |
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature Range | 0 to +55 degC |
| Storage Temperature Range | -25 to +85 degC |
| Protection Rating | IP65 / IP66 / IP67 (conforms to EN 60529) |
| Installation Position | Variable |
| Vibration Resistance | Conforms to EN 60068-2-6 |
| Shock Resistance | Conforms to EN 60068-2-27 |
| EMC Immunity | Conforms to EN 61000-6-2 |
| EMC Emission | Conforms to EN 61000-6-4 |
| Approvals and Markings | CE, UL |
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The BECKHOFF EP5151-0002 EtherCAT Box is a compact industrial module designed for direct connection of single-ended incremental encoders in harsh automation environments. Featuring a robust IP65, IP66, and IP67 protection rating, this device enables direct mounting outside the control cabinet, reducing cabling effort and streamlining decentralized machine architectures.
The module integrates a single-channel incremental encoder interface supporting 16/32-bit switchable up/down counters, quadrature decoding with up to 4-fold evaluation, and a limit frequency of 1 MHz corresponding to 4 million increments per second. It communicates via the high-speed EtherCAT industrial Ethernet protocol and features integrated distributed clocks for precise synchronous execution of control tasks.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BECKHOFF |
| Exact Model | EP5151-0002 |
| Product Type | EtherCAT Box Incremental Encoder Interface |
| Protocol | EtherCAT |
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Number of Channels | 1 |
| Encoder Type | Incremental encoder, single-ended connection (A, B, C) |
| Signal Characteristics | 24 V DC, EN 61131-2, type 1 (Low: < 5 V DC, High: > 15 V DC, typ. 5 mA) |
| Nominal Voltage | 24 V DC (-15 % / +20 %) |
| Encoder Operating Voltage | 24 V DC / 0.5 A (generated from US) |
| Encoder Output Current | 0.5 A |
| Counter Resolution | 1 x 16/32 bit switchable |
| Limit Frequency | 1 MHz (4 million increments/s with 4-fold evaluation) |
| Zero-Pulse Latch | 1 x 16/32 bit switchable |
| Commands | Read, set, enable |
| Distributed Clocks | Yes |
| Current Consumption from US | Typ. 130 mA + sensor supply |
| Electrical Isolation | 500 V |
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Bus Interface | 2 x M8 socket, shielded, screw type |
| Encoder Connection | 1 x M12, 8-pin, screw type |
| Power Supply Connection | Feed: 1 x M8 male socket, 4-pin; Downstream connection: 1 x M8 female socket, 4-pin |
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature Range | 0 to +55 degC |
| Storage Temperature Range | -25 to +85 degC |
| Protection Rating | IP65 / IP66 / IP67 (conforms to EN 60529) |
| Installation Position | Variable |
| Vibration Resistance | Conforms to EN 60068-2-6 |
| Shock Resistance | Conforms to EN 60068-2-27 |
| EMC Immunity | Conforms to EN 61000-6-2 |
| EMC Emission | Conforms to EN 61000-6-4 |
| Approvals and Markings | CE, UL |
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| Country of origin |
Germany
|