{"product_id":"beckhoff-epp3632-0001-ethercat-p-box-condition-monitoring-interface","title":"BECKHOFF EPP3632-0001 EtherCAT P Box Condition Monitoring Interface","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBECKHOFF EPP3632-0001\u003c\/strong\u003e is a highly precise 2-channel analog input interface designed for condition monitoring and vibration analysis. Built in the compact, ruggedized EtherCAT P Box form factor, this module enables direct, decentralized acquisition of signals from IEPE (Integrated Electronics Piezo-Electric) constant-current sensors, such as high-frequency accelerometers and microphones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBy utilizing EtherCAT P technology, the \u003cstrong\u003eBECKHOFF EPP3632-0001\u003c\/strong\u003e combines high-speed communication and power transmission (both Us control voltage and Up peripheral voltage) into a single, standardized M8 connection. This decentralized design eliminates the need for long, noise-sensitive analog sensor cables by converting signals directly at the measuring point, significantly improving signal quality and system architecture flexibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwo-channel analog input specifically optimized for IEPE constant-current sensors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIndividually configurable sensor excitation current (2 mA, 4 mA, or 8 mA) for both channels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHigh-resolution 16-bit analog-to-digital conversion with a fast sampling rate of up to 50 ksamples\/s (20 microsecond conversion time).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eParameterizable 5th-order analog low-pass filter (up to 25 kHz) and high-pass filtering for tailored vibration analysis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDistributed Clocks (DC) support for microsecond-level synchronization across the industrial network.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIntegrated sensor state diagnostics via continuous bias voltage monitoring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRugged IP65, IP66, and IP67 industrial housing suitable for direct machine mounting without an enclosure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDecentralized vibration and structural health monitoring of rotating equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReal-time bearing and gearbox diagnostics in harsh production environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAcoustic emission analysis and machine noise monitoring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDirect-on-machine field installation to minimize analog cabling runs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eGeneral\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eParameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSpecification\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBECKHOFF\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eEPP3632-0001\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eEtherCAT P Box (Condition Monitoring)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSignal and I\/O\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eNumber of Channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e2 analog inputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSignal Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eIEPE (constant current supply and modulated AC voltage)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eResolution\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e16 bit (including sign)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eMeasuring Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDefault: ±5 V (up to 25 kHz) \/ ±250 mV (up to 10 Hz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eConversion Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e20 microseconds (max. 50 ksamples\/s)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eMeasurement Error\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eLess than ±0.5 % (DC; 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