{"product_id":"beckhoff-el3204-ethercat-terminal","title":"BECKHOFF EL3204 EtherCAT Terminal","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBECKHOFF EL3204\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-precision 4-channel analog input EtherCAT Terminal designed for direct connection of resistance temperature detectors (RTDs). This terminal operates in 2-wire technology, allowing for reliable and space-efficient temperature measurement across diverse industrial automation environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEquipped with a highly configurable microprocessor, the \u003cstrong\u003eBECKHOFF EL3204\u003c\/strong\u003e linearizes signals across the entire operating temperature range. It supports a broad array of sensor types, including popular Pt and Ni series standards, as well as direct resistance\/potentiometer measurements. Internal digitizing is executed with a high 16-bit resolution to ensure precise process data transmission to the controller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis compact 12 mm terminal is powered directly via the E-bus, eliminating the need for external field-side supply connections. With integrated diagnostics, a configurable digital filter, and limit value monitoring, the terminal provides a robust and highly integrated temperature measurement interface within any EtherCAT network architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSupports four independent temperature channels using 2-wire connection technology.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatible with Pt100, Pt200, Pt500, Pt1000, Ni100, Ni120, Ni1000, and KTY sensor curves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOffers a generic resistance measurement function for potentiometers and sensor elements up to 4 kOhm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHigh-resolution 16-bit analog-to-digital conversion yielding 0.1 degC per digit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConfigurable conversion times from 2 ms to 800 ms (default setting at approximately 85 ms).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eComplete electrical isolation of 500 V between the E-bus and the measurement 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\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEL3204\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eStandard EtherCAT Terminal, 4-channel analog input temperature\/RTD (Pt100), 16-bit, 12 mm housing\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eES3204\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eEtherCAT Terminal, 4-channel analog input temperature\/RTD (Pt100), 16-bit, features pluggable wiring connectors\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eGeneral\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBECKHOFF\u003c\/td\u003e\n    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