BECKHOFF IP2401-B518 Fieldbus Box

SKU IP2401-B518

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Manufacturer: BECKHOFF
Product No.: IP2401-B518
Origin Germany
Product Type: Fieldbus Boxes
Payment: T/T, Western Union
Weight: 0.5 kg
Shipping port: Xiamen
Warranty: 12 months

Product Description

Description

The BECKHOFF IP2401-B518 is a high-performance CANopen Coupler Box designed for the Fieldbus Box decentralized I/O system. This module serves as a robust gateway between a CANopen industrial network and local extension modules, enabling efficient data acquisition and control directly on machinery without requiring a traditional protective control cabinet.

Engineered for demanding industrial environments, the BECKHOFF IP2401-B518 features fully sealed, compact housing that provides exceptional resistance to moisture, dust, vibration, and mechanical shock. Its integrated M12 T-connector configuration simplifies network topology by allowing direct daisy-chaining of the CANopen bus interface, minimizing cabling complexity and installation time.

Features

Direct interface between CANopen networks and decentralized Fieldbus Box extension modules.
Integrated CANopen T-connector utilizing one M12 plug and one M12 socket.
Automatic detection of data transfer rates ranging from 10 kbaud up to 1 Mbaud.
Supports up to 16 send and 16 receive Process Data Objects (PDOs).
Comprehensive CANopen features including life guarding, node guarding, emergency objects, variable mapping, and store/restore parameters.
Flexible configuration options via the KS2000 serial interface or directly through the controller using Service Data Objects (SDOs).
Sealed IP65/66/67 rated enclosure suitable for direct wet-area or high-vibration mounting.

Applications

Decentralized machine control and cabinet-free automation architectures.
Modular machine manufacturing requiring rapid fieldbus integration.
Harsh environmental installations exposed to dust, fluids, or direct washdown.
Distributed data collection across extended CANopen networks.

Technical Specifications

General

Parameter	Specification
Manufacturer	BECKHOFF
Model	IP2401-B518
Product Type	Fieldbus Box Coupler
Protection Rating	IP65, IP66, IP67 (conforms to EN 60529)
Operating Temperature	0 to +55 degC
Storage Temperature	-25 to +85 degC
Vibration and Shock Resistance	Conforms to EN 60068-2-6 and EN 60068-2-27
EMC Immunity and Emission	Conforms to EN 61000-6-2 and EN 61000-6-4
Approvals and Markings	CE, UL

CANopen and Fieldbus Communication

Parameter	Specification
Protocol	CANopen
Bus Interface	1 x M12 plug (5-pin), 1 x M12 socket (5-pin) with integrated T-connector
Data Transfer Rates	10 kbaud to 1 Mbaud (automatic detection)
Number of PDOs	16 send and 16 receive process data objects
I/O Communication Types	Event-driven, cyclic, synchronous, polling
Data Transfer Medium	Shielded copper cable, 2 x signal, 1 x CAN ground (recommended)

Electrical Data

Parameter	Specification
Control Voltage	24 V DC (-15% / +20%)
Power Supply Connection	Feed: 1 x M8 male socket (4-pin); Downstream: 1 x M8 female socket (4-pin)
Box Supply Current	45 mA + current consumption of sensors (maximum 0.5 A)
Electrical Isolation	Control voltage / fieldbus: 500 V

Connections / Interfaces

Interface or Terminal	Function
M12 Plug (5-pin)	CANopen Network Input
M12 Socket (5-pin)	CANopen Network Output (Loop-through)
M8 Male Connector (4-pin)	24 V DC Control Voltage Feed
M8 Female Connector (4-pin)	Downstream Power Connection to extension modules

Installation Guidelines

Verify that the model number IP2401-B518 matches your system configuration requirements before beginning installation.
Ensure all electrical power sources (control voltage and load supply) are completely de-energized before mounting or wiring the module.
Mount the device flat on a stable machine surface or mounting rail using appropriate fastening screws through the integrated mounting points.
Connect the CANopen bus cables using the M12 plug and socket, ensuring the connectors are threaded hand-tight to maintain the IP67 environmental seal.
Attach the 24 V DC control voltage to the M8 male feed connector, and use the M8 female connector for downstream power routing if connecting extension modules.
Verify shielding and ground connections of the CANopen network to prevent electromagnetic interference.
Power up the controller and verify normal operation via the diagnostic LEDs.

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Returns & Warranty

30-Day Guarantee: Returns accepted for in-stock products in original, factory-sealed packaging.
12-Month Warranty: Every industrial component is backed by our technical warranty.

FAQ

What is the primary function of the BECKHOFF IP2401-B518?

The BECKHOFF IP2401-B518 is a CANopen Fieldbus Box coupler designed to connect decentralized extension modules to a CANopen fieldbus network in a cabinet-free control architecture.

How is the BECKHOFF IP2401-B518 configured?

The BECKHOFF IP2401-B518 can be configured using either the KS2000 configuration software or directly through the master controller using standard Service Data Objects (SDOs).

Does the BECKHOFF IP2401-B518 support automatic baud rate detection?

Yes, the BECKHOFF IP2401-B518 features automatic detection of CANopen data transfer rates ranging from 10 kbaud up to 1 Mbaud.

What are the power supply connection specifications for the BECKHOFF IP2401-B518?

The BECKHOFF IP2401-B518 requires a 24 V DC control voltage connected via a 4-pin M8 male socket, and provides a 4-pin M8 female socket for downstream power supply to extension modules.

What is the environmental protection rating of the BECKHOFF IP2401-B518?

The BECKHOFF IP2401-B518 is rated IP65, IP66, and IP67, making it fully sealed against dust, water spray, and temporary immersion for direct mounting on industrial machinery.

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