{"product_id":"beckhoff-ek1501-0100-ethercat-coupler-with-id-switch","title":"Beckhoff EK1501-0100 EtherCAT Coupler with ID Switch","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eTo enable reliable communication across long-distance industrial networks, the Beckhoff EK1501-0100 integrates multi-mode fiber optic media conversion directly with EtherCAT Terminal systems. This device bridges the gap between 100BASE-FX optical networks and standard RJ45 copper connections, serving as a highly secure communication node. By utilizing \u003cstrong\u003emulti-mode glass fiber\u003c\/strong\u003e, this coupler allows connection distances of up to \u003cstrong\u003e2000 meters\u003c\/strong\u003e between individual stations, bypassing the electromagnetic interference vulnerabilities of traditional copper cabling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eThe module features an integrated \u003cstrong\u003ethree-digit decimal ID switch\u003c\/strong\u003e, which allows the configuration of up to 4096 unique station IDs. This hardware-defined addressing is critical for Hot Connect topologies, enabling system modules to be connected or disconnected during live operation. The coupler generates an internal E-bus current of up to \u003cstrong\u003e2000 mA\u003c\/strong\u003e, powering the connected ELxxxx terminal series directly from the incoming 24 V DC system supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Technical Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; padding-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Distance Fiber Connection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports 100BASE-FX multi-mode fiber (50\/125 um glass fiber) using a robust SC Duplex connection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardware Address ID Switch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Configures station IDs up to 4096 via physical rotary switches, facilitating complex Hot Connect applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRobust Power Supply:\u003c\/strong\u003e Accepts 24 V DC system power and supplies up to 2000 mA current to the internal E-bus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Isolation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete 500 V galvanic isolation between the power contacts, internal supply voltage, and Ethernet ports.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEx Certification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standardized with ATEX Zone 2 rating (II 3 G Ex nA IIC T4 Gc) for hazardous explosive atmospheres.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIndustrial Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; padding-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWind Power \u0026amp; Renewable Energy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Optical media conversion prevents lightning damage and noise propagation between tower base and nacelle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater\/Wastewater Treatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bridges expansive process areas spanning up to 2000 meters without active repeaters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutomotive Assembly Lines:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leverages Hot Connect IDs for tool changers, allowing quick physical re-tooling without software reconfiguration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHazardous Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Safely deploys I\/O nodes in explosive-prone environments requiring ATEX Zone 2 ratings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; width: 100%; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; color: #2d3748; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 10px; color: #1a365d; font-weight: bold; width: 40%;\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 10px; color: #1a365d; font-weight: bold; width: 60%;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eBeckhoff Automation GmbH \u0026amp; Co. KG\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eModel Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eEK1501-0100\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eProtocol\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eEtherCAT\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eData Transfer Medium\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eMulti-mode glass fiber 50\/125 um\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMax. Distance Between Stations\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e2000 m (100BASE-FX)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eBus Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e1 x SC Duplex\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePower Supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e24 V DC (-15% \/ +20%)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eE-bus Current Supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e2000 mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eConfigurable IDs\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e4096 (via 3-digit decimal ID switch)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eElectrical Isolation\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e500 V (power contact \/ supply voltage \/ Ethernet)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eConnection Cross-Section (Solid\/Stranded)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e0.08 to 2.5 mm2 (AWG 28-14)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eStripping Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e8 to 9 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eProtection Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eIP20\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0 to 55 degC;\"\u003e0 to 55 degC\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eStorage Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e-25 to 85 degC\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDimensions (W x H x D)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e51 mm x 100 mm x 69 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eProduct Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e190 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eShipping Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e2 kg (including diagnostic protective packaging)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eGermany\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEmpirical Engineering Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAlternative Models \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eThe EK1501-0100 serves as a direct upgrade to copper-based couplers (such as the EK1100) when running control signals over long distances or through electrically noisy environments. It is functionally identical to the standard EK1501 multi-mode coupler but includes the three-decade rotary ID switch necessary for dynamic Hot Connect topologies. When swapping or designing network nodes, ensure your TwinCAT system configuration aligns with the physical position of the rotary switches on the unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eApplication Pitfalls \u0026amp; Engineering Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eOne of the most common configuration errors involves exceeding the 2000 mA E-bus current limit. Calculating the sum current consumption of all connected ELxxxx terminals is critical. If your terminal configuration exceeds 2 A, you must inject fresh current using an EL9410 or EL9400 power supply terminal to prevent communication instability or dropouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCommissioning \u0026amp; Wiring Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eThe physical ID switches must be configured before applying power to the coupler. The Beckhoff ASIC reads these hardware settings only during the boot cycle. If you change the ID switches while the unit is powered, the new ID will not register until a complete power cycle has occurred. Ensure the SC Duplex optical connectors are cleaned with appropriate optical tools prior to insertion to prevent high signal attenuation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fff5f5; border-left: 4px solid #c53030; padding: 15px; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong style=\"color: #9b2c2c; display: block; margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003eCRITICAL WARNING\u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color: #9b2c2c; margin: 0; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eAlways completely isolate and de-energize the entire control cabinet before inserting or removing the EtherCAT Coupler or any associated I\/O modules. Failure to de-energize can lead to destructive electrical arcs, permanent damage to the E-bus contacts, or CPU bus faults.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50%; width: 24px; height: 24px; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 12px; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e1\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"color: #2d3748;\"\u003eSnap the EK1501-0100 directly onto a standard 35 mm DIN rail (conforming to EN 60715) until the lock clicks securely into place.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50%; width: 24px; height: 24px; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 12px; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e2\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"color: #2d3748;\"\u003eSet the physical station ID via the three rotary decimal switches on the front face prior to powering up the system.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50%; width: 24px; height: 24px; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 12px; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e3\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"color: #2d3748;\"\u003eSecurely plug the clean multi-mode fiber optic cable into the SC Duplex port and verify that the physical latch is locked.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50%; width: 24px; height: 24px; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 12px; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e4\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"color: #2d3748;\"\u003eApply 24 V DC power supply to the US and UP terminal contacts and monitor LED diagnostics to confirm successful initialization.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"BECKHOFF","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53106456985963,"sku":"EK1501-0100","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/ek1501-0100-1p5gm2eqzva.png?v=1776244357","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/ms\/products\/beckhoff-ek1501-0100-ethercat-coupler-with-id-switch","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}