{"product_id":"ek1122-0080-beckhoff-2-port-ethercat-junction-fast-hot-connect","title":"EK1122-0080 BECKHOFF 2-Port EtherCAT Junction Fast Hot Connect","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEK1122-0080 (EK1122-0080)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a specialized 2-port EtherCAT junction terminal designed for advanced modular automation architectures. Featuring\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFast Hot Connect\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003etechnology, this module allows for the rapid docking and undocking of EtherCAT segments, significantly reducing the synchronization time required when changing tools or reconfiguring modular machine parts. In dynamic industrial sectors such as robotic tool changing, semiconductor manufacturing, and flexible assembly lines, the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEK1122-0080\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eserves as the critical coupling point. By enabling near-instantaneous communication recovery between stations, it minimizes cycle interruptions and maximizes throughput in high-speed, variable-topology environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Configuration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEK1122-0080\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efunctions as a transparent junction within the EtherCAT segment, utilizing two RJ45 interfaces to facilitate the branch-off of additional EtherCAT lines. Unlike standard couplers, the -0080 variant is optimized for speed, offering a minimal internal delay of approximately 1 microsecond. The hardware is housed in a compact 24 mm polycarbonate casing, powered directly via the E-bus. It supports distances of up to 100 meters between stations using shielded Cat.5 (or higher) cabling. The \"Fast Hot Connect\" functionality is hardcoded into the terminal's physical layer, meaning no software configuration is required for basic junction tasks. Furthermore, with ATEX II 3 G certification, this module is rated for deployment in hazardous areas where explosive gases (Zone 2) may be present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEK1122-0080\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBECKHOFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGermany\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProtocol\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEtherCAT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eData Transfer Rate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100 Mbit\/s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBus Interface\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 x RJ45\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnology\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFast Hot Connect\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInternal Delay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eapprox. 1 microsecond\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCurrent Consumption\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTyp. 220 mA (from E-bus)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-25 to +60 deg C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions (W x H x D)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 mm x 100 mm x 52 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProtection Rating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIP20\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0.065 kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping Weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.0 kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApprovals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCE, UL, ATEX (Ex nA IIC T4 Gc)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical FAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the primary difference between the EK1122 and the EK1122-0080?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe EK1122-0080 specifically features\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFast Hot Connect\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecircuitry. While both function as 2-port junctions, the -0080 version is engineered to reduce the link-up time of EtherCAT slave groups, making it the preferred choice for systems where machine modules are frequently swapped during operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this junction require a dedicated IP address or software setup?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, configuration is not required. The\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEK1122-0080\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eoperates as a transparent EtherCAT device. The master controller automatically detects the junction and any connected downstream devices through the EtherCAT protocol's auto-enumeration process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the EK1122-0080 be used in environments with high electrical noise?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the module conforms to EN 61000-6-2 and EN 61000-6-4 for industrial EMC immunity and emission. However, to maintain the 100 Mbit\/s transfer rate over 100 meters, high-quality shielded Ethernet cables (min. Cat.5) must be used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEngineering \u0026amp; Installation Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFast Hot Connect Topology Planning:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen designing a Fast Hot Connect system, ensure that the EtherCAT Master supports the Fast Hot Connect feature. To achieve the fastest possible connection times, place the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEK1122-0080\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eas close as possible to the docking interface. Limit the number of nodes in the \"Hot Connect\" group to maintain optimal synchronization speeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShielding and Grounding in ATEX Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn applications requiring ATEX (Ex nA) compliance, the 35 mm DIN rail must be connected to a clean functional earth. Use the specific push-in connection for wiring to ensure vibration-resistant contact. Ensure that the RJ45 connectors are fully seated and that the cable shielding is continuous across the junction to prevent transient voltages in hazardous environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMechanical Mounting and Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module uses a double slot and key connection for side-by-side mounting. While the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEK1122-0080\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esupports variable installation positions, vertical mounting is recommended for optimal heat dissipation. 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