BECKHOFF

BECKHOFF KS4414 Bus Terminal

SKU KS4414

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  • Manufacturer: BECKHOFF

  • Product No.: KS4414

  • Country of origin:Germany

  • Product Type: Bus Terminals

  • Payment: T/T, Western Union

  • Weight: 75g

  • Dimensions: 68 mm x 12 mm x 100 mm

  • Shipping port: Xiamen

  • Warranty: 12 months

Description

The BECKHOFF KS4414 is a four-channel analog output bus terminal designed for industrial control systems utilizing the K-bus communication architecture. This specialized terminal converts numerical process values from a controller into standard industrial current signals, enabling precise actuation of field devices within an automated setup.

Equipped with pluggable wiring technology, the KS4414 facilitates efficient installation and maintenance by allowing terminal blocks to be disconnected without disturbing individual field wiring. The unit integrates into modular I/O stations alongside compatible bus couplers on standard DIN rails, providing galvanic isolation between the field-side signal voltage and the internal K-bus communication system.

Features

  • Four analog output channels supporting single-ended signal processing
  • Current output range of 0 to 20 mA with short-circuit protection
  • 12-bit resolution for accurate signal generation
  • Pluggable wiring level for simplified installation and replacement
  • Process image integration with 4 x 16-bit data and optional control or status bits
  • Galvanic isolation between K-bus and field voltage

Applications

  • Industrial process control and automation systems
  • Actuator and proportional valve positioning in manufacturing equipment
  • Analog instrumentation interfacing within modular I/O nodes
  • Machine-building environments requiring distributed current loop generation

Technical Specifications

General

Parameter Specification
Manufacturer BECKHOFF
Exact Model KS4414
Product Type Bus Terminal
Design Form Terminal housing with pluggable wiring level
Material Polycarbonate

Signal and I/O

Parameter Specification
Number of Outputs 4
Technology Single-ended
Signal Current 0 to 20 mA
Load Impedance < 350 Ohm (short-circuit proof)
Output Error < plus/minus 0.1 percent (relative to end value)
Resolution 12 bit
Conversion Time Approximately 4 ms
Bit Width in Process Image Output: 4 x 16-bit data (4 x 8-bit control/status optional)

Electrical

Parameter Specification
Power Supply 24 V DC via power contacts (alternative 15 V DC with power supply terminal KL9515)
Current Consumption Power Contacts Typical 60 mA plus load
Current Consumption K-Bus Typical 20 mA
Electrical Isolation 500 V (K-bus / signal voltage)
Current Load Power Contacts Imax: 10 A

Connection Technology

Parameter Specification
Wiring Method Spring actuation by screwdriver
Connection Cross-Section Solid (s) 0.08 to 1.5 mm² (AWG 28 to 16)
Connection Cross-Section Fine-Stranded (st) 0.08 to 1.5 mm² (AWG 28 to 16)
Connection Cross-Section with Ferrule (f) 0.14 to 1.5 mm² (AWG 26 to 16)
Stripping Length 9 to 10 mm

Mechanical and Environmental

Parameter Specification
Dimensions (L x W x H) 68 mm x 12 mm x 100 mm
Net Weight 0.075 kg
Mounting 35 mm DIN rail conforming to EN 60715 with lock
Protection Rating IP20
Installation Position Variable
Operating Temperature Range -25 to +60 degC
Storage Temperature Range -40 to +85 degC
Relative Humidity 95 percent, no condensation
Vibration / Shock Resistance Conforms to EN 60068-2-6 / EN 60068-2-27
EMC Immunity / Emission Conforms to EN 61000-6-2 / EN 61000-6-4

Compliance and Certifications

Parameter Specification
Approvals and Markings CE, UL, ATEX, DNV GL
Ex Marking II 3 G Ex nA IIC T4 Gc

Installation Guidelines

  1. Ensure all system power and field supplies are switched off and locked out before beginning mechanical or electrical work.
  2. Verify that the mounting rail is clean, securely anchored, and conforms to 35 mm DIN specifications.
  3. Align the BECKHOFF KS4414 terminal with adjacent modules on the DIN rail and press down until the locking mechanism engages. Ensure the double slot and key connections align properly with neighboring units.
  4. Connect field wiring to the pluggable terminal blocks using a suitable screwdriver for spring-cage actuation, ensuring conductor stripping lengths are maintained between 9 and 10 mm.
  5. Verify that power contacts and 24 V DC supplies are correctly connected before restoring power to the system.
  6. Perform a functional check of the output signals and controller process image configuration during system commissioning.

FAQ

What is the primary function of the BECKHOFF KS4414?

The BECKHOFF KS4414 is a four-channel analog output bus terminal that converts controller process values into 0 to 20 mA current signals for industrial automation systems.

How many output channels does the BECKHOFF KS4414 provide?

The BECKHOFF KS4414 features four single-ended analog output channels with a 12-bit resolution.

What type of wiring connection does the BECKHOFF KS4414 use?

The BECKHOFF KS4414 utilizes pluggable wiring levels with spring actuation via screwdriver, supporting solid, stranded, and ferrule conductors up to 1.5 mm².

What power supply is required to operate the BECKHOFF KS4414?

The BECKHOFF KS4414 is powered by a 24 V DC supply connected via power contacts, or alternatively 15 V DC using a KL9515 power supply terminal.

What certifications and approvals apply to the BECKHOFF KS4414?

The BECKHOFF KS4414 carries CE, UL, ATEX, and DNV GL approvals, including an Ex marking of II 3 G Ex nA IIC T4 Gc for hazardous area installations.

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