Beckhoff · EtherCAT Terminal
EL9188 is a Beckhoff circuit breaker with Tripping characteristic 8…9 mm; Rated operational voltage ≤ 60 V; Enclosure rating IP20 (IEC 60529). It is used in distribution boards, motor protection circuits, panel feeders where the installed unit is matched to the original catalog number and a compact, documented part is required.
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Tripping characteristic8…9 mm
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Rated operational voltage≤ 60 V
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Enclosure ratingIP20 (IEC 60529)
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Mounting35 mm DIN rail (IEC 60715)
Specifications
| Electrical |
| Rated operational voltage |
≤ 60 V |
| Tripping characteristic |
8…9 mm |
| Input voltage range |
85...264 V AC / 110...300 V DC (IEC 61010) |
| Efficiency |
up to 94 % |
| I/O and communication |
| Communication ports |
EtherCAT, Ethernet |
| Mechanical |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) |
12 mm x 100 mm x 68 mm |
| Weight |
approx. 60 g |
| Mounting |
35 mm DIN rail (IEC 60715) |
| Enclosure rating |
IP20 (IEC 60529) |
| Environment and compliance |
| Operating temperature |
-25...+70 °C (IEC 60068-2-1) |
| Storage temperature |
-40…+85°C |
| Certifications |
CE, UL, cULus |
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 |
Tripping characteristic |
Rated operational voltage |
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EL9188 (this page) |
8…9 mm |
≤ 60 V |
| EL9184 |
— |
— |
| EL9186 |
— |
— |
| EL9189 |
8…9 mm |
≤ 60 V |
Before selecting an alternative, confirm its dimensions, terminals and installation requirements in the manufacturer documentation.
Where it sits in the control system
The EL9188 is the device-level element in a Beckhoff circuit breaker installation. It receives the field signals and control supply listed above — ≤ 60 V — and switches or conditions the load within the ≤ 60 V 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 distribution boards, motor protection circuits, panel feeders, 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 EL9188
Beckhoff EL9188 — 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 EL9188; size the surrounding wiring and upstream protection to these published ratings rather than to a generic assumption.
- Mounting: 35 mm DIN rail (IEC 60715) — Check this value against the nameplate of the installed unit before ordering.
- Enclosure rating: IP20 (IEC 60529) — Match it to the existing panel and upstream protection.
- Storage temperature: -40…+85°C — Record it with the other nameplate data when sourcing a replacement.
- Rated operational voltage: ≤ 60 V — Confirm the revision of the installed unit before a like-for-like replacement.
For a discontinued unit, match function and electrical ratings rather than the label alone.
Common questions about EL9188
Q.Before ordering EL9188, which communication ports entry should be checked?
The communication ports entry quoted above is EtherCAT, Ethernet. Use the value as the reference when sourcing a current-production equivalent.
Q.Where can I find the dimensions (H x W x D) data for EL9188?
It is listed in the specification table for Beckhoff EL9188 as 12 mm x 100 mm x 68 mm. Check the revision of the installed unit if the catalog number has been superseded.
Q.For EL9188, what does the specification table state about mounting?
The specification table lists mounting = 35 mm DIN rail (IEC 60715) for Beckhoff EL9188. Compare it with the nameplate of the installed unit before ordering.
Q.Can the EL9188 replace the unit currently installed in my panel?
Compare catalog number EL9188 and the ratings above with the nameplate of the installed device. A current-production equivalent is selected by function and electrical rating, not by the label alone.
Q.What should I include in an enquiry for EL9188?
Send the full catalog number EL9188, the required quantity and a photo of the nameplate. Stock, lead time and the applicable compliance documents can then be confirmed for Beckhoff EL9188.