{"product_id":"beckhoff-ks6201-bus-terminal-as-interface-master","title":"Beckhoff KS6201 Bus Terminal AS-Interface Master","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eOperating as a dedicated master interface on the local K-bus network, the \u003cstrong\u003eBeckhoff KS6201\u003c\/strong\u003e Bus Terminal enables direct connection of AS-Interface (AS-i) networks to higher-level fieldbus control architectures. This terminal incorporates a \u003cstrong\u003epluggable wiring design\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing the electronic module to be easily extracted from the terminal housing without disconnecting the field wiring, thereby minimizing machine downtime during maintenance cycles. The unit supports the integration of digital and analog field devices, offering high-performance diagnostics and flexible process image structures to accommodate complex sensor-actuator topologies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a365d; border-bottom: 2px solid #2b6cb0; padding-bottom: 0.25rem;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; margin-left: 1.5rem; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAS-Interface Master Functionality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complies fully with AS-Interface specification versions 2.0 and 2.1.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Slave Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports up to 31 standard slaves (V2.0) or up to 62 extended-addressing slaves (V2.1).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePluggable Wiring Interface:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast, tool-free installation and replacement via secure spring force connection technology.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelectable Process Image:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dynamic mapping options of 12, 22, or 38 bytes (including 6 bytes parameter interface) to optimize bandwidth utilization.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Diagnostics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Continuous monitoring of power supply status, active slave communication health, and parameterization status.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a365d; border-bottom: 2px solid #2b6cb0; padding-bottom: 0.25rem;\"\u003eIndustrial Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; margin-left: 1.5rem; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial Handling \u0026amp; Logistics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Efficient control of distributed sensors and actuators along long-distance conveyor runs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutomated Packaging Machinery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seamless integration of pneumatic valves, proximity switches, and safety interlocks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecialized OEM Machinery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Decentralized networking within compact control cabinets using space-saving 12 mm form factor modules.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a365d; border-bottom: 2px solid #2b6cb0; padding-bottom: 0.25rem;\"\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; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold; width: 35%;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eBeckhoff Automation\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eModel Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eKS6201\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eInterface Protocol\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eAS-Interface V2.0 and V2.1 (Master)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNumber of Channels\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003e1 AS-i network channel\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSupported Slave Nodes\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003e31 slaves (V2.0 protocol) \/ 62 slaves (V2.1 protocol)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eCycle Time\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eMax. 5 ms (when operating with 31 standard devices)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eProcess Image Bit Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eSelectable: 12 bytes, 22 bytes, or 38 bytes (includes 6 bytes parameter interface)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eK-Bus Current Draw\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eTyp. 55 mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eAS-i Bus Current Draw\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eTyp. 60 mA (from AS-i power supply)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eElectrical Isolation\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003e500 V RMS (AS-Interface to K-bus circuitry)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eConnection Technology\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003e2 lines via pluggable spring-force terminals (KS series)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eWire Cross-Section\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eSolid\/Flexible: 0.08 to 1.5 mm² (AWG 28...16); Ferrules: 0.14 to 1.5 mm²\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eModule Dimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003e12 mm x 100 mm x 68 mm (W x H x D)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003e0 to +55 degC\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eStorage Temperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003e-25 to +85 degC\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eRelative Humidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003e95%, non-condensing\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eProtection Rating\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eIP20 (enclosure rating)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eEx Marking\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eII 3 G Ex nA IIC T4 Gc\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eApprovals \u0026amp; Certifications\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eCE, UL, ATEX, AS-Interface Certificate (ZU-No. 125801)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eApprox. 55 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a365d; border-bottom: 2px solid #2b6cb0; padding-bottom: 0.25rem;\"\u003eConnections and Interfaces\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; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #2b6cb0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.5rem; width: 30%;\"\u003eTerminal Point\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eSignal \/ Function Assignment\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: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eASI +\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eAS-Interface positive bus conductor (connection to AS-i yellow cable)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eASI -\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eAS-Interface negative bus conductor (connection to AS-i yellow cable)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eShield \/ PE\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eOptional functional ground reference for high-noise industrial environments\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a365d; border-bottom: 2px solid #2b6cb0; padding-bottom: 0.25rem;\"\u003eEmpirical Engineering Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #2b6cb0; margin-top: 1rem; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eAlternative Models \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKS6201\u003c\/strong\u003e is hardware-identical to the standard \u003cstrong\u003eKL6201\u003c\/strong\u003e in its electrical and software features, but features a modular, pluggable wiring layer. In systems where quick-swap capability is mandated by plant standards, the KS6201 can directly replace a KL6201 without changes to the TwinCAT System Manager software configuration, provided the physical base layout matches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #2b6cb0; margin-top: 1rem; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eApplication Pitfalls \u0026amp; Engineering Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eThis module features \u003cstrong\u003eno integrated power contacts\u003c\/strong\u003e. Under no circumstances should you attempt to bridge standard 24V DC field bus power into the AS-i communication terminals. The AS-i network requires a specialized 30V DC power supply with integrated data decoupling networks. Connecting standard 24V DC control power directly to the AS-i bus lines will instantly short-circuit the high-frequency communications and may cause hardware degradation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #2b6cb0; margin-top: 1rem; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eCommissioning \u0026amp; Wiring Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003eWhen configuring the terminal using the KS2000 configuration software or during initial PLC hardware scan, ensure the physical process image bit width (12, 22, or 38 bytes) configured in the PLC master matches the dynamic setting of the terminal block. A mismatch in process image allocation will result in a K-bus transmission error, halting communication across all downstream modules on the DIN rail stack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a365d; border-bottom: 2px solid #2b6cb0; padding-bottom: 0.25rem;\"\u003eInstallation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fff5f5; border-left: 4px solid #c53030; padding: 1rem; margin-bottom: 1.5rem; color: #9b2c2c;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eCRITICAL WARNING:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prior to installing, removing, or performing maintenance on the terminal block, isolate the main power source to both the K-bus coupler and the auxiliary AS-Interface power supply. Failure to de-energize active industrial networks may result in localized electrical arcing, controller communication interruptions, or physical damage to sensitive internal electronic components.\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: 28px; height: 28px; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 0.75rem; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e1\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"color: #2d3748;\"\u003eAlign the KS6201 housing onto the standard 35 mm DIN rail (conforming to EN 60715) and press downwards until the integrated locking mechanism securely clicks 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: 28px; height: 28px; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 0.75rem; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e2\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"color: #2d3748;\"\u003eConnect the adjacent bus terminals to each other, ensuring the side-by-side tongue-and-groove connections align seamlessly to establish internal K-bus continuity.\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: 28px; height: 28px; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 0.75rem; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e3\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"color: #2d3748;\"\u003ePrepare field wires by stripping them back exactly 9 to 10 mm. Insert a standard flathead screwdriver into the mechanical spring actuation slot to open the terminal clamp, insert the wire, and release the tension tool for a reliable gas-tight gas connection.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"BECKHOFF","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53106525765995,"sku":"KS6201","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/ks6201-fxsf1qcbyzt.png?v=1776245342","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/ms\/products\/beckhoff-ks6201-bus-terminal-as-interface-master","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}