{"product_id":"beckhoff-er3204-0002-ethercat-box-ethercat-terminal","title":"BECKHOFF ER3204-0002 EtherCAT Box EtherCAT Terminal","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BECKHOFF ER3204-0002 EtherCAT Box is an industrial I\/O module designed for direct mounting in harsh machine environments without requiring a control cabinet. Functioning as a 4-channel analog input module, it enables the direct connection of resistance thermometers for precise temperature measurement across decentralized automation architectures. Communication with the higher-level control system is handled via the high-speed EtherCAT protocol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis IP65\/66\/67-rated module supports a wide variety of sensor types, including Pt and Ni resistance sensors, as well as general resistance measurements. Connection technology utilizes M12 screw-type connectors for the sensor inputs and robust M8 interfaces for network communication and power distribution, ensuring secure and reliable operation in demanding industrial machinery and plant installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFour analog input channels for resistance thermometers and resistance measurement\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDirect machine-level mounting with IP65, IP66, and IP67 protection ratings\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSupport for multiple sensor types including Pt100, Pt200, Pt500, Pt1000, Ni100, Ni120, and Ni1000\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConfigurable input filter variations and adjustable conversion times\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIntegrated open-circuit recognition for enhanced diagnostic reliability\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDaisy-chain power supply connection via M8 male and female sockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDecentralized temperature monitoring in machine building and factory automation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIndustrial processing systems requiring cabinet-free I\/O placement\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConveyor and handling equipment operating in wet or dusty environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThermal management systems utilizing Pt100 or Ni1000 sensors\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\u003eER3204-0002\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  \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\u003eNumber of Inputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSensor Types\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003ePt100, Pt200, Pt500, Pt1000, Ni100, Ni120, Ni1000, resistance measurement (10 ohm to 1.2\/4 kohm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSignal Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003ePt100\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eMeasuring Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e-200 to +850 degC (Pt sensors); 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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\u003eMechanical and Environmental\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\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    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e-25 to +60 degC\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eStorage Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e-40 to +85 degC\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eapprox. 265 g\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  \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 \/ 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 system is completely de-energized before mounting or wiring the BECKHOFF ER3204-0002 module.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInspect the module and M8\/M12 connectors for any physical damage or contamination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMount the unit securely to a flat, stable machine surface using appropriate mounting hardware through the fixing holes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConnect the 24 V DC power supply to the M8 feed connector and verify correct voltage polarity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAttach the shielded EtherCAT cables to the M8 bus sockets to maintain network integrity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWire the resistance sensors to the M12 connectors according to the required 2-, 3-, or 4-wire configuration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePower on the system and verify operational status via the module's diagnostic indicators before commissioning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"BECKHOFF","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53106469470571,"sku":"ER3204-0002","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/er3204-0002-jvmfbh0pg1d.png?v=1776244801","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/it\/products\/beckhoff-er3204-0002-ethercat-box-ethercat-terminal","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}