{"product_id":"beckhoff-kl8548-bus-terminal","title":"BECKHOFF KL8548 Bus Terminal","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BECKHOFF KL8548 is an 8-channel analog output module designed for integration within the BECKHOFF Bus Terminal system. It functions as a specialized interface combining analog control capabilities with integrated manual operation features, allowing operators to interact directly with the automation system. The device features eight analog outputs providing a 0 to 10 V signal range, alongside eight potentiometer input channels for manual reference setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs part of the K-bus connected terminal family, the KL8548 is powered via a 24 V DC connection and communicates state information to the higher-level PLC. The module incorporates hardware switches and potentiometers whose positions can be read directly by the control system, enabling seamless switching between automated and manual operating modes. Analog values are visually represented via onboard bar chart LED displays to assist with diagnostic and monitoring tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003e8-channel analog outputs\u003c\/strong\u003e with a 0 to 10 V signal range for actuator control.\n  \u003cstrong\u003e8 potentiometer inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e supporting manual parameter adjustment.\n  \u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated operating switches\u003c\/strong\u003e supporting auto and manual configuration modes.\n  \u003cstrong\u003eBar chart LED display\u003c\/strong\u003e for direct visual indication of analog values.\n  \u003cstrong\u003ePLC integration\u003c\/strong\u003e allowing switch and potentiometer settings to be read dynamically.\n  \u003cstrong\u003eK-bus communication\u003c\/strong\u003e for connection to standard BECKHOFF Bus Couplers.\n  \u003cstrong\u003eFlat-ribbon cable connection\u003c\/strong\u003e (20-pin, shielded) for field-side signal wiring.\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  Manual override and operator control stations in industrial automation.\n  Process control systems requiring direct analog setpoint adjustments.\n  Machine control panels combining automated PLC control with manual tuning.\n  Testing and commissioning rigs requiring visual feedback of analog signal levels.\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eGeneral\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\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\u003eExact Model\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eKL8548\u003c\/td\u003e\n    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mode\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCommunication and Connection\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBus Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eK-bus connection IN\/OUT\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eI\/O Connections\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eFlat-ribbon cable connection, 20-pin, shielded\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eMechanical and Environmental\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  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\u003cli\u003eCheck all potential distributions and signal connections before restoring power to the automation system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCommission the terminal through the TwinCAT programming environment, ensuring proper configuration of the K-bus and PLC variable mappings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"BECKHOFF","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53106425823595,"sku":"KL8548","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/kl8548-cvswvbbx24l.png?v=1776245221","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/products\/beckhoff-kl8548-bus-terminal","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}