{"product_id":"beckhoff-el4102-ethercat-terminal-2-channel-analog-output-module","title":"Beckhoff EL4102 EtherCAT Terminal 2-Channel Analog Output Module","description":"\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  Generating precise analog control signals directly from the control network, the \u003cstrong\u003eBeckhoff EL4102\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-performance 2-channel analog output terminal designed for integration into EtherCAT-based industrial automation systems. This module converts digital values from the controller into standard \u003cstrong\u003e0 to 10 V\u003c\/strong\u003e voltage signals with a high-resolution \u003cstrong\u003e16-bit\u003c\/strong\u003e digital-to-analog conversion process.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a365d; border-bottom: 2px solid #2b6cb0; padding-bottom: 0.25rem; margin-top: 1.5rem;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; padding-left: 1.5rem; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual-Channel Output:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two independent, single-ended analog outputs configured for 0 to 10 VDC operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Resolution:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16-bit digital-to-analog conversion (including sign) ensures precise voltage regulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistributed Clocks (DC):\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrated distributed clock functionality with a synchronization precision of less than 1 microsecond.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGalvanic Isolation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides 500 V electrical isolation between the internal E-bus circuitry and the signal voltage lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eParameterizable Watchdog:\u003c\/strong\u003e Configurable safety state behavior in the event of communication interruption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a365d; border-bottom: 2px solid #2b6cb0; padding-bottom: 0.25rem; margin-top: 1.5rem;\"\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; padding-left: 1.5rem; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSpeed control of variable frequency drives (VFDs) and servo controllers via analog inputs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePositioning of proportional valves, actuators, and dampers in process control loops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInterfacing with analog instrumentation, signal conditioners, and test bench systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIntegration into high-speed packaging, assembly, and material handling machinery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a365d; border-bottom: 2px solid #2b6cb0; padding-bottom: 0.25rem; margin-top: 1.5rem;\"\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;\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #1a365d; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSpecification\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;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\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        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eModel Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eEL4102\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;\"\u003eNumber of Outputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003e2\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;\"\u003eSignal Voltage Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003e0 to 10 V\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;\"\u003eResolution\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003e16 bit (including sign)\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;\"\u003eOutput Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eMax. 15 ksps\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;\"\u003eOutput Error\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003e\u0026lt; 0.1% (relative to end value)\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;\"\u003eLoad Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003e\u0026gt; 5 kohm (short-circuit proof)\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;\"\u003eCurrent Consumption (E-bus)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eTyp. 210 mA\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;\"\u003eElectrical Isolation\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003e500 V (E-bus \/ signal voltage)\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;\"\u003eDistributed Clocks\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eYes, precision \u0026lt; 1 microsecond\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;\"\u003eConnection Technology\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003e2-wire, single-ended\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;\"\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003e-25 to +60 degC\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;\"\u003eStorage Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003e-40 to +85 degC\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;\"\u003eRelative Humidity\u003c\/td\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        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eProtection Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eIP20\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;\"\u003eEx Marking\u003c\/td\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        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDimensions (W x H x D)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003e12 mm x 100 mm x 68 mm\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;\"\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eApprox. 60 g\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;\"\u003eShipping Weight (Calculated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003e2.0 kg\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; margin-top: 1.5rem;\"\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;\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #1a365d; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eTerminal Point\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSignal Name\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.5rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDescription\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;\"\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eOut 1\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eAnalog Output 1 (+)\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;\"\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003e0 V\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eAnalog Ground (Output 1 Reference)\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;\"\u003e3\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eShield\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eShield Connection (Output 1)\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;\"\u003e5\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eOut 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eAnalog Output 2 (+)\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;\"\u003e6\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003e0 V\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eAnalog Ground (Output 2 Reference)\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;\"\u003e7\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eShield\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.5rem;\"\u003eShield Connection (Output 2)\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; margin-top: 1.5rem;\"\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;\"\u003e\n  The \u003cstrong\u003eEL4102\u003c\/strong\u003e features standard tension clamp terminal blocks. For applications requiring pluggable wiring harnesses to facilitate rapid field replacement, the \u003cstrong\u003eES4102\u003c\/strong\u003e terminal is the direct alternative, utilizing pluggable connector blocks while maintaining identical electrical and firmware parameters.\n\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;\"\u003e\n  The analog outputs are single-ended and share a common internal ground reference. Ensure that connected field devices (such as VFDs or actuators) do not have ground loops that could introduce offset errors or damage the terminal. The load resistance must be strictly greater than 5 kohm; driving lower impedance loads will trigger internal short-circuit protection and cause the output voltage to drop below the commanded value.\n\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: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  When configuring the module in TwinCAT 2 or TwinCAT 3, always configure the watchdog parameter to define a safe output state (e.g., force to 0 V or hold last value) in the event of an EtherCAT communication loss. To minimize electromagnetic interference (EMI) on the high-resolution 16-bit signal, use shielded twisted-pair (STP) cabling and connect the shield directly to the designated shield terminals (points 3 and 7) on the terminal block.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a365d; border-bottom: 2px solid #2b6cb0; padding-bottom: 0.25rem; margin-top: 1.5rem;\"\u003eInstallation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fff5f5; border-left: 4px solid #c53030; padding: 1rem; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong style=\"color: #9b2c2c; display: block; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eCRITICAL WARNING\u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color: #9b2c2c; margin: 0;\"\u003e\n    De-energize the entire system, including the E-bus power supply and all field power contacts, prior to mounting, wiring, or removing the terminal. Failure to isolate power can result in permanent hardware damage to the EtherCAT bus coupler or adjacent I\/O terminals.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; gap: 1rem; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 1rem;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50%; width: 2rem; height: 2rem; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; flex-shrink: 0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e1\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin: 0; padding-top: 0.25rem;\"\u003eMount the terminal on a standard 35 mm DIN rail (conforming to EN 60715) by aligning the integrated lock mechanism and sliding it until the double slot and key connection locks securely with the adjacent terminal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 1rem;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50%; width: 2rem; height: 2rem; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; flex-shrink: 0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e2\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin: 0; padding-top: 0.25rem;\"\u003eStrip the signal wire insulation to a length of 8 to 9 mm. Insert a flat-blade screwdriver into the spring-actuation slot to open the clamp, insert the conductor (solid or stranded with ferrule, AWG 28 to 14), and release the screwdriver to secure the wire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 1rem;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50%; width: 2rem; height: 2rem; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; flex-shrink: 0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e3\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin: 0; padding-top: 0.25rem;\"\u003eApply power to the E-bus and verify the status LEDs on the front panel. The Run LED should illuminate green, indicating active EtherCAT communication and proper synchronization with the master controller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"BECKHOFF","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53106529010027,"sku":"EL4102","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/el4102-13pjs0wzvng.png?v=1776244519","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/products\/beckhoff-el4102-ethercat-terminal-2-channel-analog-output-module","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}