The BECKHOFF BK5250 is a compact Bus Coupler designed to establish a direct connection between the DeviceNet fieldbus system and modular BECKHOFF Bus Terminals. As a communications adapter, this device efficiently bridges physical DeviceNet networks with modular K-bus I/O signals, enabling decentralized control architectures to interface with a wide range of digital, analog, and specialized terminal units.
Housed in a compact form factor, the BECKHOFF BK5250 features automatic data transfer rate detection, which simplifies system integration by adjusting automatically to the network baud rate. It supports up to 512 bytes of input data and 512 bytes of output data, accommodating high-density I/O configurations while optimizing communication performance on the DeviceNet network. Configuration and commissioning can be performed through the standard controller or using the dedicated BECKHOFF KS2000 configuration software package via the serial interface.
| Parameter | Specification |
| Manufacturer | BECKHOFF |
| Model | BK5250 |
| Product Type | DeviceNet Compact Bus Coupler |
| DeviceNet Type | Communications adapter |
| Number of Bus Terminals | 64 (up to 255 with K-bus extension) |
| Digital Peripheral Signals | Max. 1,020 inputs/outputs |
| Analog Peripheral Signals | Max. 256 inputs/outputs |
| Configuration Options | Via KS2000 software or the master controller |
| Parameter | Specification |
| Fieldbus Protocol | DeviceNet |
| Max. Input Data Image | 512 bytes |
| Max. Output Data Image | 512 bytes |
| Data Transfer Rates | Automatic detection |
| Bus Interface | 1 x 5-pin open pluggable connector (included) |
| Data Transfer Medium | Screened, twisted copper wire with power supply, 5-pin |
| Operating Modes | Bit strobe, polling, cyclic, change of state (COS) |
| Parameter | Specification |
| Power Supply (Logic) | 24 V DC (-15% / +20%), through bus cable 11 to 25 V DC (conforms to DeviceNet specification) |
| Current Supply K-bus | 1750 mA (1.75 A) |
| Power Contacts Voltage | Max. 24 V DC |
| Power Contacts Current Capacity | Max. 10 A |
| Electrical Isolation | 500 V (power contact / supply voltage Bus Coupler) |
| Parameter | Specification |
| Weight | Approx. 100 g |
| Operating Temperature | -25 degC to +60 degC |
| Storage Temperature | -40 degC to +85 degC |
| Protection Class | IP20 |
| Vibration and Shock Resistance | Conforms to EN 60068-2-6 / EN 60068-2-27 |
| EMC Immunity and Emission | Conforms to EN 61000-6-2 / EN 61000-6-4 |
| Installation Position | Variable |
| Parameter | Specification |
| Certifications | CE, UL, ATEX, IECEx |
| ATEX Protection Class | II 3 G Ex ec IIC T4 Gc |
| IECEx Protection Class | Ex ec IIC T4 Gc |
| Interface / indicator | Function |
| Power Supply LEDs (2x) | Indicates local logic power and power contact status |
| K-bus LEDs (2x) | Indicates local K-bus communication status and error states |
| Fieldbus LEDs (2x) | Indicates DeviceNet communication activity and physical layer status |
| Serial Interface | Physical connection point for local configuration using KS2000 software |
The BECKHOFF BK5250 supports automatic detection of the DeviceNet network transmission speed. For manual parameter configuration, diagnostic reading, or mapping adjustments, connect a PC running the BECKHOFF KS2000 configuration software to the integrated serial configuration port of the bus coupler. Alternatively, parameters can be set directly via the master DeviceNet controller using standard EDS files.
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Manufacturer: BECKHOFF
Product No.: BK5250
Country of origin:Germany
Product Type: Bus Couplers
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Weight: 100g
Shipping port: Xiamen
Warranty: 12 months
The BECKHOFF BK5250 is a compact Bus Coupler designed to establish a direct connection between the DeviceNet fieldbus system and modular BECKHOFF Bus Terminals. As a communications adapter, this device efficiently bridges physical DeviceNet networks with modular K-bus I/O signals, enabling decentralized control architectures to interface with a wide range of digital, analog, and specialized terminal units.
Housed in a compact form factor, the BECKHOFF BK5250 features automatic data transfer rate detection, which simplifies system integration by adjusting automatically to the network baud rate. It supports up to 512 bytes of input data and 512 bytes of output data, accommodating high-density I/O configurations while optimizing communication performance on the DeviceNet network. Configuration and commissioning can be performed through the standard controller or using the dedicated BECKHOFF KS2000 configuration software package via the serial interface.
| Parameter | Specification |
| Manufacturer | BECKHOFF |
| Model | BK5250 |
| Product Type | DeviceNet Compact Bus Coupler |
| DeviceNet Type | Communications adapter |
| Number of Bus Terminals | 64 (up to 255 with K-bus extension) |
| Digital Peripheral Signals | Max. 1,020 inputs/outputs |
| Analog Peripheral Signals | Max. 256 inputs/outputs |
| Configuration Options | Via KS2000 software or the master controller |
| Parameter | Specification |
| Fieldbus Protocol | DeviceNet |
| Max. Input Data Image | 512 bytes |
| Max. Output Data Image | 512 bytes |
| Data Transfer Rates | Automatic detection |
| Bus Interface | 1 x 5-pin open pluggable connector (included) |
| Data Transfer Medium | Screened, twisted copper wire with power supply, 5-pin |
| Operating Modes | Bit strobe, polling, cyclic, change of state (COS) |
| Parameter | Specification |
| Power Supply (Logic) | 24 V DC (-15% / +20%), through bus cable 11 to 25 V DC (conforms to DeviceNet specification) |
| Current Supply K-bus | 1750 mA (1.75 A) |
| Power Contacts Voltage | Max. 24 V DC |
| Power Contacts Current Capacity | Max. 10 A |
| Electrical Isolation | 500 V (power contact / supply voltage Bus Coupler) |
| Parameter | Specification |
| Weight | Approx. 100 g |
| Operating Temperature | -25 degC to +60 degC |
| Storage Temperature | -40 degC to +85 degC |
| Protection Class | IP20 |
| Vibration and Shock Resistance | Conforms to EN 60068-2-6 / EN 60068-2-27 |
| EMC Immunity and Emission | Conforms to EN 61000-6-2 / EN 61000-6-4 |
| Installation Position | Variable |
| Parameter | Specification |
| Certifications | CE, UL, ATEX, IECEx |
| ATEX Protection Class | II 3 G Ex ec IIC T4 Gc |
| IECEx Protection Class | Ex ec IIC T4 Gc |
| Interface / indicator | Function |
| Power Supply LEDs (2x) | Indicates local logic power and power contact status |
| K-bus LEDs (2x) | Indicates local K-bus communication status and error states |
| Fieldbus LEDs (2x) | Indicates DeviceNet communication activity and physical layer status |
| Serial Interface | Physical connection point for local configuration using KS2000 software |
The BECKHOFF BK5250 supports automatic detection of the DeviceNet network transmission speed. For manual parameter configuration, diagnostic reading, or mapping adjustments, connect a PC running the BECKHOFF KS2000 configuration software to the integrated serial configuration port of the bus coupler. Alternatively, parameters can be set directly via the master DeviceNet controller using standard EDS files.
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Germany
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