Implementing 3-Switch XOR Ladder Logic with Internal Bit
Implement a 3-SPST switch XOR light circuit in LogixPro or RSLogix 500 using an internal relay bit. Includes truth tables, boolean equations, and verified.
The BECKHOFF EPP1258-0002 is an EtherCAT P Box module designed for acquiring digital signals from the field level. This IP67-rated industrial I/O device features eight digital inputs operating at 24 V DC, with two of these inputs (channels 0 and 1) offering high-precision timestamping capabilities. The timestamp function enables precise recording of signal edges with a resolution of 1 ns, making it ideal for high-speed capture and precise synchronization across EtherCAT P networks.
By combining communication and power into a single cable (EtherCAT P), the BECKHOFF EPP1258-0002 reduces cabling complexity, lowers installation overhead, and minimizes the physical footprint required for decentralized I/O structures. It integrates Distributed Clocks technology, ensuring sub-microsecond synchronization with other devices on the EtherCAT network.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BECKHOFF |
| Exact Model | EPP1258-0002 |
| Product Type | EtherCAT P Box (Digital Input) |
| Number of Inputs | 8 (2 with timestamping) |
| Nominal Input Voltage | 24 V DC (-15% / +20%) |
| Input Filter | 10 us |
| Signal Voltage "0" | -3 to +5 V (similar to EN 61131-2, type 3) |
| Signal Voltage "1" | 11 to 30 V (similar to EN 61131-2, type 3) |
| Nominal Input Current | typ. 3 mA (similar to EN 61131-2, type 3) |
| Distributed Clocks | Yes |
| Timestamp Resolution | 1 ns (channels 0 and 1) |
| Timestamp Precision | 10 ns (+ input delay) |
| Sensor Supply | From US (control voltage), max. 0.5 A total, short-circuit proof |
| Bus Interface | 2 x M8 socket, shielded, screw type, P-coded (EtherCAT P) |
| Input Connection | M12, 5-pin, A-coded |
| Current Consumption from US | typ. 100 mA |
| Electrical Isolation | 500 V |
| Operating Temperature | -25 to +60 degC |
| Storage Temperature | -40 to +85 degC |
| Protection Class | IP65 / IP66 / IP67 (conforms to EN 60529) |
| Weight | Approx. 165 g |
| Approvals | CE, UL |
| Interface | Function |
|---|---|
| M8 Sockets (P-coded) | EtherCAT P input and output connection, transmitting both communication and supply voltage |
| M12 Sockets (5-pin, A-coded) | Sensor input connections, supporting up to two channels per socket with integrated sensor supply |
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The BECKHOFF EPP1258-0002 is an EtherCAT P Box module designed for acquiring digital signals from the field level. This IP67-rated industrial I/O device features eight digital inputs operating at 24 V DC, with two of these inputs (channels 0 and 1) offering high-precision timestamping capabilities. The timestamp function enables precise recording of signal edges with a resolution of 1 ns, making it ideal for high-speed capture and precise synchronization across EtherCAT P networks.
By combining communication and power into a single cable (EtherCAT P), the BECKHOFF EPP1258-0002 reduces cabling complexity, lowers installation overhead, and minimizes the physical footprint required for decentralized I/O structures. It integrates Distributed Clocks technology, ensuring sub-microsecond synchronization with other devices on the EtherCAT network.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BECKHOFF |
| Exact Model | EPP1258-0002 |
| Product Type | EtherCAT P Box (Digital Input) |
| Number of Inputs | 8 (2 with timestamping) |
| Nominal Input Voltage | 24 V DC (-15% / +20%) |
| Input Filter | 10 us |
| Signal Voltage "0" | -3 to +5 V (similar to EN 61131-2, type 3) |
| Signal Voltage "1" | 11 to 30 V (similar to EN 61131-2, type 3) |
| Nominal Input Current | typ. 3 mA (similar to EN 61131-2, type 3) |
| Distributed Clocks | Yes |
| Timestamp Resolution | 1 ns (channels 0 and 1) |
| Timestamp Precision | 10 ns (+ input delay) |
| Sensor Supply | From US (control voltage), max. 0.5 A total, short-circuit proof |
| Bus Interface | 2 x M8 socket, shielded, screw type, P-coded (EtherCAT P) |
| Input Connection | M12, 5-pin, A-coded |
| Current Consumption from US | typ. 100 mA |
| Electrical Isolation | 500 V |
| Operating Temperature | -25 to +60 degC |
| Storage Temperature | -40 to +85 degC |
| Protection Class | IP65 / IP66 / IP67 (conforms to EN 60529) |
| Weight | Approx. 165 g |
| Approvals | CE, UL |
| Interface | Function |
|---|---|
| M8 Sockets (P-coded) | EtherCAT P input and output connection, transmitting both communication and supply voltage |
| M12 Sockets (5-pin, A-coded) | Sensor input connections, supporting up to two channels per socket with integrated sensor supply |
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| Country of origin |
Germany
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