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Beckhoff EL5001 Encoder Interface
Beckhoff lists the EL5001 as EtherCAT Terminal, 1-channel encoder interface, SSI.
Number of channels1
Weightapprox. 55 g
Markinglabeling of the BZxxxx series
Materialpolycarbonate
How it works
EtherCAT Terminals such as this one clip onto a 35 mm DIN rail and connect by the E-bus contacts on the side, so the slice is added or replaced without disturbing the field wiring of the neighbouring terminals.
Specifications
Technical data
TechnologySSI encoder interface
Number of channels1
Encoder connectionD+, D-, Cl+, Cl-
Encoder operating voltage24 V DC (generated from the power contacts)
Distributed clocksyes
Signal output (pulse)difference signal (RS422)
Signal input (data)difference signal (RS422)
Power supply24 V via power contacts
Transmission ratevariable up to 1 MHz, 250 kHz default
Serial inputvariable up to 32 bit, 24 bit default
Ordering information
EL5001EtherCAT Terminal, 1-channel encoder interface, SSI
ES5001EtherCAT Terminal, 1-channel encoder interface, SSI, pluggable wiring level
Order number
EL5001 — Beckhoff product page, technical data
Official source
https://www.beckhoff.com/en-us/products/i-o/ethercat-terminals/el-ed5xxx-position-measurement/el5001.html
FAQ
How many channels does the EL5001 have?
Beckhoff states number of channels: 1.
What does the ordering description say?
EtherCAT Terminal, 1-channel encoder interface, SSI.
Where do these values come from?
They are taken from the technical data Beckhoff publishes for item number EL5001, on the product page linked below.
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