{"product_id":"beckhoff-epp6002-0002-ethercat-p-box","title":"BECKHOFF EPP6002-0002 EtherCAT P Box","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBECKHOFF EPP6002-0002\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 2-channel serial interface EtherCAT P Box designed to integrate serial end devices directly into an EtherCAT P network. This compact and rugged module enables the direct connection of devices utilizing RS232, RS485, or RS422 interfaces, making it highly versatile for distributed data transmission in decentralized industrial automation environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy employing EtherCAT P technology, the \u003cstrong\u003eBECKHOFF EPP6002-0002\u003c\/strong\u003e combines high-speed communication and power supply (both system\/sensor supply Us and peripheral voltage Up for actuators) into a single, standardized 4-wire cable. This design minimizes cabling complexity, reduces installation footprints, and eliminates the need for separate local power supplies for connected serial devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwo independent serial channels with individually selectable interfaces for RS232, RS422, or RS485.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDirect EtherCAT P interface using two shielded, P-coded M8 screw-type connectors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIntegrated data buffering with an 864-byte receive buffer and a 128-byte transmit buffer per channel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConfigurable data transfer rates ranging from 300 to 115,200 baud, with 9600 baud preset out of the box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOnboard auxiliary sensor supply providing +5 V DC at 20 mA per channel to power connected serial peripherals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRugged polyamide housing featuring IP65, IP66, and IP67 ingress protection for direct machine mounting without a control cabinet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDecentralized integration of serial barcode scanners, barcode readers, and RFID systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDirect connection of industrial weighing scales, laboratory balances, and measurement sensors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInterfacing with serial displays, operator panels, and legacy drive controllers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDistributed serial data acquisition across long distances in harsh environmental conditions.\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      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