Beckhoff · EtherCAT Terminal
EL3164 is a Beckhoff industrial component with Supply voltage 24 V DC (IEC 61131-2); Enclosure rating IP20 (IEC 60529); Operating temperature 0...+55 °C (IEC 60068-2-1). It is used in control panels, machine builds, spare-part replacements where the installed unit is matched to the original catalog number and a compact, documented part is required.
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Supply voltage24 V DC (IEC 61131-2)
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Enclosure ratingIP20 (IEC 60529)
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Operating temperature0...+55 °C (IEC 60068-2-1)
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Mounting35 mm DIN rail (IEC 60715)
Specifications
| Electrical |
| Tripping characteristic |
8…9 mm |
| Supply voltage |
24 V DC (IEC 61131-2) |
| Frequency |
5 kHz |
| I/O and communication |
| Bus interface |
typ. 130 mA |
| Communication ports |
EtherCAT, Ethernet |
| Resolution |
16 bit (incl. sign) |
| Mechanical |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) |
12 mm x 100 mm x 68 mm |
| Weight |
approx. 65 g |
| Mounting |
35 mm DIN rail (IEC 60715) |
| Enclosure rating |
IP20 (IEC 60529) |
| Environment and compliance |
| Operating temperature |
0...+55 °C (IEC 60068-2-1) |
| Storage temperature |
-40…+85°C |
| Certifications |
CE, UL, cULus |
| Humidity |
95%, no condensation |
Values follow the Beckhoff EtherCAT Terminal specification for this catalog number; parameters not confirmed for this variant are omitted rather than estimated.
Model comparison in the same family
| Beckhoff EtherCAT Terminal variants |
| Catalog number |
Mounting |
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EL3164 (this page) |
35 mm DIN rail (IEC 60715) |
| EL3162 |
35 mm DIN rail (IEC 60715) |
| EL3102 |
35 mm DIN rail (IEC 60715) |
| EL3104 |
35 mm DIN rail (IEC 60715) |
Before selecting an alternative, confirm its dimensions, terminals and installation requirements in the manufacturer documentation.
Where it sits in the control system
The EL3164 is the device-level element in a Beckhoff industrial component installation. It receives the field signals and control supply listed above — 24 V DC (IEC 61131-2) — and switches or conditions the load within the the rated ratings shown in the Specifications table. Wiring and protective devices are sized to those same numbers, not to a generic assumption.
Typical installations place it in control panels, machine builds, spare-part replacements, where the unit is matched to the original catalog number and the enclosure provides 35 mm DIN rail (IEC 60715) support. Record the catalog number and revision from the nameplate of the installed unit before specifying a like-for-like spare.
Selection notes for Beckhoff EL3164
Beckhoff EL3164 — Industrial automation component supplied as a like-for-like replacement, selected by catalog number and published ratings. The figures below are taken from the specification table on this page for catalog number EL3164; confirm the installed unit's part number and revision so the replacement matches both electrically and mechanically.
- Tripping characteristic: 8…9 mm — Match it to the existing panel and upstream protection.
- Communication ports: EtherCAT, Ethernet — Record it with the other nameplate data when sourcing a replacement.
- Bus interface: typ. 130 mA — Confirm the revision of the installed unit before a like-for-like replacement.
- Enclosure rating: IP20 (IEC 60529) — Use it as the reference when cross-checking a current-production equivalent.
Cross-check the ratings above with the installed device before confirming the order.
Common questions about EL3164
Q.Where can I find the mounting data for EL3164?
It is listed in the specification table for Beckhoff EL3164 as 35 mm DIN rail (IEC 60715). Confirm this figure against the unit currently in the panel.
Q.For EL3164, what does the specification table state about frequency?
The specification table lists frequency = 5 kHz for Beckhoff EL3164. Use the value as the reference when sourcing a current-production equivalent.
Q.Which value is published under weight for catalog number EL3164?
For EL3164, weight is given as approx. 65 g. Check the revision of the installed unit if the catalog number has been superseded.
Q.What should I include in an enquiry for EL3164?
Send the full catalog number EL3164, the required quantity and a photo of the nameplate. Stock, lead time and the applicable compliance documents can then be confirmed for Beckhoff EL3164.
Q.How do I confirm compatibility of EL3164 before ordering?
Match the catalog number EL3164 and the specification values listed above against the installed unit, then confirm the firmware or hardware revision where a revision-sensitive part is involved.