{"product_id":"beckhoff-ek9160-ethercat-iot-bus-coupler","title":"Beckhoff EK9160 EtherCAT IoT Bus Coupler","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  Engineered to bridge standard physical I\/O systems with cloud-based architectures, the \u003cstrong\u003eBeckhoff EK9160\u003c\/strong\u003e transmits data from digital and analog EtherCAT Terminals directly to IoT platforms. This compact bus coupler implements native industrial protocols including \u003cstrong\u003eMQTT and OPC UA\u003c\/strong\u003e, completely bypassing the need for an intermediate controller or control PC. Configuration is fully executed via an integrated web server, enabling fast, user-friendly setup of field data mapping to cloud endpoints. A dedicated \u003cstrong\u003emicroSD card slot\u003c\/strong\u003e (populated with a 512 MB card) provides local buffering and storage capabilities, securing critical system telemetry in the event of active network disconnections.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1.5rem; padding-left: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDirect integration of standard digital and analog EtherCAT Terminals to enterprise cloud infrastructures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSupports native MQTT and OPC UA industrial communication protocols.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIntegrated web server for rapid browser-based configuration and diagnostic visualization.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDual switched RJ45 ports enabling flexible industrial Ethernet line topologies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOnboard expandable microSD memory slot for local data logging and backup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRobust electrical isolation separating power contacts, supply voltages, and network ports.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTarget Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1.5rem; padding-left: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIndustrial IoT (IIoT) architectures and smart factory analytics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDistributed SCADA and cloud-connected remote telemetry units (RTUs).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEnergy monitoring, logging, and predictive maintenance installations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRetrofits requiring direct cloud integration without disturbing existing control loops.\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; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold; width: 35%;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eBeckhoff\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eModel Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eEK9160\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSystem Protocol\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eMQTT, OPC UA\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eData Transfer Rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e100 Mbit\/s\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eBus Interface\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e2 x RJ45 (switched)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePower Supply Voltage\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e24 V DC (-15% \/ +20%)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eInput Current\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e150 mA + (total E-bus current)\/4\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eE-bus Current Supply\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e2000 mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePower Contacts Max\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e24 V DC \/ 10 A maximum\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eElectrical Isolation\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e500 V (power contact \/ supply voltage \/ Ethernet)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFlash Memory\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eMicroSD slot (512 MB card included, expandable)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e-25 to +60 degC\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eStorage Temperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e-40 to +85 degC\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eRelative Humidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e95%, non-condensing\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eIP Protection Rating\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eIP20\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eEnclosure Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003ePolycarbonate (compact housing with status LEDs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMounting Format\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e35 mm DIN rail (EN 60715) with lock\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eCertifications\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eCE, UL\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePhysical Dimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e71 mm x 100 mm x 73 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: 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eShipping Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e5.0 kg (Approximate shipping package weight)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWiring 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; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f7fafc; border-bottom: 2px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eConductor Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eCross-Section Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eAWG Compatibility\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: 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSolid Wire (s)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e0.08 to 2.5 mm²\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eAWG 28 to 14\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eStranded Wire (st)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e0.08 to 2.5 mm²\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eAWG 28 to 14\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFlexible with Ferrule (f)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e0.14 to 1.5 mm²\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eAWG 26 to 16\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eStripping Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e8 to 9 mm\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\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eAlternative Models \u0026amp; Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e The EK9160 serves a distinct, standalone role compared to standard EtherCAT Couplers like the EK1100. While standard couplers feed data back to a centralized PLC master, the EK9160 directly translates EtherCAT bus-terminal structures into IoT standard protocols (MQTT \/ OPC UA). It is fully compatible with standard EL and ES series digital and analog terminals, but requires careful attention to the maximum 2000 mA E-bus current budget. If total module current draw exceeds 2000 mA, supplementary power feed terminals (such as the EL9400 or EL9410) must be interspaced to avoid communication instability.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eApplication Pitfalls \u0026amp; Engineering Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Because data is transmitted over standard IT infrastructure directly to external or cloud-hosted brokers, network latency must be factored into application logic. Do not utilize the EK9160 for high-speed deterministic closed-loop control or safety-critical processes. Ensure the integrated web server is secure behind an industrial firewall, and avoid exposing the configuration port directly to the WAN.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eCommissioning \u0026amp; Wiring Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensure standard industrial STP (Shielded Twisted Pair) Cat5e or Cat6 cables are utilized for connections to prevent electromagnetic interference from surrounding drive systems. Solid wires do not require tooling and can be inserted directly into the spring terminal, but stranded wires require an active spring release using a dedicated screwdriver. Do not exceed the maximum power contact current of 10 A across the DIN assembly.\n\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; color: #9b2c2c;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eCRITICAL WARNING:\u003c\/strong\u003e De-energize all primary 24 V DC power supplies and verify complete zero-energy state prior to mounting, wiring, or swapping the bus coupler or associated terminals. Electrical discharge or live-swapping can permanently damage the sensitive internal ASIC of the E-bus communication line.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50%; min-width: 30px; height: 30px; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 15px;\"\u003e1\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"color: #2d3748; padding-top: 3px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eDIN Rail Mounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Position the bus coupler on a standard 35 mm DIN rail (EN 60715) and lock it firmly using the integrated securing mechanism. Keep a minimum spacing of 50 mm above and below the assembly for convective cooling.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50%; min-width: 30px; height: 30px; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 15px;\"\u003e2\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"color: #2d3748; padding-top: 3px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eTerminal Assembly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slide on the digital and analog EtherCAT Terminals side-by-side using the double slot-and-key design until they lock together. Verify E-bus connection continuity.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50%; min-width: 30px; height: 30px; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 15px;\"\u003e3\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"color: #2d3748; padding-top: 3px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003ePower Connection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wire the 24 V DC system supply using solid or stranded wires (with correct stripping length of 8 to 9 mm) to the spring-loaded power contacts. Maximum current load of 10 A across power contacts must be strictly maintained.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50%; min-width: 30px; height: 30px; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 15px;\"\u003e4\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"color: #2d3748; padding-top: 3px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eNetwork Connection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Connect the RJ45 industrial Ethernet cables to the integrated switch ports. Power on the system and configure network and protocol mappings through the web configuration tool.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"BECKHOFF","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53106441159019,"sku":"EK9160","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/ek9160-04kc21ix2nq.png?v=1776244372","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/products\/beckhoff-ek9160-ethercat-iot-bus-coupler","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}