Beckhoff BX5100 CANopen Bus Terminal Controller

SKU BX5100

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Manufacturer: BECKHOFF
Product No.: BX5100
Country of origin:Germany
Product Type: Bus Terminal Controllers
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Weight: 250g
Dimensions: 81 mm x 100 mm x 90 mm
Shipping port: Xiamen
Warranty: 12 months

Description

Engineered for decentralized automation and control tasks, the Beckhoff BX5100 serves as a high-performance CANopen Bus Terminal Controller featuring an integrated PLC runtime system. This intelligent controller bridges the gap between modular Bus Terminals and higher-level fieldbus networks, enabling autonomous execution of IEC 61131-3 programs. The unit operates reliably as a standalone local controller or as a distributed intelligence station within complex industrial network architectures.

The controller processes local input/output signals with high efficiency, utilizing a robust PLC runtime system capable of executing complex control loops. It is equipped with dedicated memory zones for programs and data, alongside non-volatile memory allocations to safeguard remanent and persistent data. Network communication is managed through a standard 5-pin CANopen interface, while auxiliary serial ports facilitate local diagnostics, programming, and peripheral system integration.

Features

Integrated TwinCAT PLC runtime system supporting all IEC 61131-3 standard programming languages (IL, LD, FBD, SFC, ST).
Fast program execution with a typical PLC cycle time of approximately 1 ms for 1,000 instructions.
Dual serial interfaces (COM1 and COM2) supporting RS232 and RS485 physical layers.
Integrated Smart System Bus (SSB) for connecting downstream peripheral devices and expansion modules.
Local user interface featuring an illuminated 2 x 16 character FSTN display and a integrated joystick switch for parameterization and diagnostics.
Battery-powered real-time clock for system date and time retention.
Flexible I/O expansion supporting up to 64 local Bus Terminals directly, or up to 255 terminals using K-bus extension systems.

Applications

Decentralized process control in water and wastewater treatment facilities.
Modular machine control systems in packaging and material handling.
Distributed data acquisition and processing in factory automation networks.
Auxiliary subsystem monitoring and control in power generation plants.

Technical Specifications

Manufacturer	Beckhoff
Part Number / Model	BX5100
Programming Interface	TwinCAT (via programming interface or fieldbus)
Program Memory	256 kbytes
Data Memory	256 kbytes
Remanent Data	2 kbytes
Persistent Data	1 kbyte
Runtime System	1 PLC task
Local Bus Terminal Capacity	64 (up to 255 with K-bus extension)
Max. Process Image	2048 byte input and 2048 byte output
Fieldbus Interfaces	1 x CANopen (5-pin open style connector)
Serial Interfaces	COM1: 1 x RS232, COM2: 1 x RS232 or RS485
Power Supply	24 V DC (-15% / +20%)
Input Current	140 mA + (total K-bus current)/4, max. 500 mA
Current Supply K-Bus	1450 mA
Power Contacts	Max. 24 V DC / Max. 10 A
Electrical Isolation	500 V (power contact / supply voltage)
Operating Temperature	-25 to +60 degC
Storage Temperature	-40 to +85 degC
Relative Humidity	95%, non-condensing
Protection Rating	IP20
Dimensions (W x H x D)	81 mm x 100 mm x 90 mm
Weight	Approx. 250 g

Connections and Interfaces

Interface / Terminal	Type / Function
CANopen Port	5-pin open style connector for fieldbus communication
COM1	RS232 interface for programming and local diagnostics
COM2	Configurable RS232 or RS485 interface for peripheral devices
Power Input	24 V DC connection points for electronics and power contacts
K-Bus	Rear-plane contacts for direct Bus Terminal backplane expansion

Installation Guidelines

Mount the module horizontally on a standard 35 mm DIN rail (conforming to EN 60715) using the integrated locking mechanism.
Ensure all side-by-side terminal alignments utilize the built-in double slot and key connection system for stable mechanical integrity.
For electrical termination, use solid, stranded, or ferruled conductors with a cross-section of 0.08 to 2.5 mm² (or 0.14 to 1.5 mm² with ferrule).
Maintain a stripping length of 8 to 9 mm on all field wiring prior to inserting into the spring-actuated terminal clamps.
Ensure environmental conditions remain within the specified -25 to +60 degC operating range and that ventilation pathways are unobstructed.

Compliance and Certifications

CE
UL

FAQ

Which programming environment is compatible with the Beckhoff BX5100?

The Beckhoff BX5100 is programmed using the TwinCAT software system, which supports all five standard IEC 61131-3 languages including Structured Text (ST) and Ladder Diagram (LD).

What is the maximum number of I/O terminals that can be attached to the BX5100?

The controller supports up to 64 Beckhoff Bus Terminals directly on its integrated local bus. This can be extended up to 255 Bus Terminals by implementing a K-bus extension system.

Does the BX5100 have built-in memory protection during power failures?

Yes, the BX5100 includes dedicated non-volatile memory, offering 2 kbytes of remanent data and 1 kbyte of persistent data storage to preserve critical parameters during power loss.

What local diagnostics are available directly on the BX5100 hardware?

It is equipped with a backlit 2 x 16 character FSTN display, a navigation joystick switch, and diagnostics LEDs for both power supply status and K-bus activity.

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