BECKHOFF

BECKHOFF EP1312-0001 EtherCAT Box

SKU EP1312-0001

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  • Manufacturer: BECKHOFF

  • Product No.: EP1312-0001

  • Country of origin:Germany

  • Product Type: EtherCAT Box

  • Payment: T/T, Western Union

  • Weight: 500g

  • Shipping port: Xiamen

  • Warranty: 12 months

Description

The BECKHOFF EP1312-0001 is an EtherCAT Box module designed to couple EtherCAT P junctions within an industrial automation network. This module serves as an expansion junction, allowing the integration of EtherCAT P devices—which combine communication and power supply in a single cable—directly into harsh environments requiring decentralized I/O architectures.

Equipped with robust physical interfaces and housed in a protective enclosure, the EP1312-0001 facilitates modular machine topologies without requiring control cabinet installation. It processes input and output connections via standardized M8 connectors, supporting decentralized network distribution while maintaining real-time communication capabilities across the EtherCAT infrastructure.

Features

  • Coupling functionality for EtherCAT P junctions in decentralized EtherCAT networks
  • Integrated bus interfaces featuring M8 sockets and P-coded M8 sockets
  • Direct feed and downstream connections via M8 power supply sockets
  • Designed for panel-free mounting in harsh industrial environments
  • Conforms to industrial standards for vibration, shock, and electromagnetic compatibility

Applications

  • Decentralized machine tooling and modular assembly systems
  • Conveyor and material handling equipment requiring cabinet-free I/O distribution
  • Packaging machinery with distributed sensor and actuator networks
  • Automated manufacturing cells operating in environments exposed to dust and moisture

Technical Specifications

General

Parameter Specification
Manufacturer BECKHOFF
Exact Model EP1312-0001
Product Type EtherCAT Box
Task within EtherCAT system Coupling of EtherCAT P junctions

Communication and Interfaces

Parameter Specification
Number of Channels IN: 1 x EtherCAT, OUT: 1 x EtherCAT, 2 x EtherCAT P
Bus Interface 2 x M8 socket, shielded, screw type; 2 x P-coded M8 socket, screw type

Electrical

Parameter Specification
Nominal Voltage 24 V DC (-15 % / +20 %)
Total Current Max. 3 A per US and UP for all EtherCAT P ports in total
Current Consumption from US Typ. 120 mA
Power Supply Connection Feed: 1 x M8 male socket, 4-pin; Downstream connection: 1 x M8 female socket, 4-pin

Environmental and Mechanical

Parameter Specification
Operating Temperature Range -25 to +60 degC
Storage Temperature Range -40 to +85 degC
Vibration Resistance Conforms to EN 60068-2-6
Shock Resistance Conforms to EN 60068-2-27
EMC Immunity Conforms to EN 61000-6-2
EMC Emission Conforms to EN 61000-6-4
Protection Rating IP65, IP66, IP67 (conforms to EN 60529)
Installation Position Variable

Approvals

Parameter Specification
Approvals and Markings CE, UL

Installation Guidelines

  1. Ensure the entire control system and field-side power supplies are fully de-energized before beginning installation or maintenance work.
  2. Inspect the EP1312-0001 housing, M8 sockets, and sealing surfaces for any visible transport damage or contamination.
  3. Mount the module securely onto a flat machine surface or mounting profile using appropriate fasteners suited for variable installation positions.
  4. Connect the incoming EtherCAT network cable to the designated shielded M8 socket and attach the power feed cable to the 4-pin M8 male socket.
  5. Connect downstream EtherCAT P devices to the P-coded M8 sockets, ensuring total current draws do not exceed the specified limits for US and UP.
  6. Verify all screw-type connectors are properly seated and tightened to maintain the IP65/66/67 protection rating against moisture and dust ingress.
  7. Power on the system and verify operational status via the module's diagnostic indicators and the TwinCAT engineering environment.

FAQ

What is the primary function of the BECKHOFF EP1312-0001?
The BECKHOFF EP1312-0001 functions as an EtherCAT Box module designed specifically for the coupling of EtherCAT P junctions within a decentralized industrial network.

What bus interfaces are available on the BECKHOFF EP1312-0001?
The BECKHOFF EP1312-0001 features two shielded M8 sockets for standard EtherCAT communication and two P-coded M8 sockets for EtherCAT P junctions.

What are the power supply connection details for the EP1312-0001?
The BECKHOFF EP1312-0001 connects power via a 4-pin M8 male socket for the feed and a 4-pin M8 female socket for downstream connections, operating at a nominal voltage of 24 V DC.

What environmental protection rating does the BECKHOFF EP1312-0001 provide?
The BECKHOFF EP1312-0001 conforms to IP65, IP66, and IP67 protection ratings under EN 60529, making it suitable for harsh machine-level installations without control cabinets.

What approvals and certifications apply to the BECKHOFF EP1312-0001?
The BECKHOFF EP1312-0001 carries CE and UL approvals and conforms to relevant industrial standards for vibration, shock, and EMC immunity and emission.

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