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Beckhoff EP6001-0002 EtherCAT Box / I/O
Technical data for the EP6001-0002, reproduced from the Beckhoff product page for this item number.
Number of channels2 digital inputs or outputs
Nominal voltage24 V DC (-15%/+20%)
Connection technologyM12 socket, 5-pin, a-coded
Bus interface2 x M8 socket, 4-pin, A-coded, shielded
How it works
This page reproduces the technical data Beckhoff publishes for this item number, including the values needed for cabinet design, spares planning and replacement decisions.
Specifications
Technical data
ProtocolEtherCAT
Bus interface2 x M8 socket, 4-pin, A-coded, shielded
Data transfer channels1
Interfacesindividually selectable from RS232, RS485, RS422
Transmission rate300…115,200 baud; 9600 baud (8 bit, no parity, 1 stop bit) is preset
CommunicationTxD and RxD, full duplex
Bit distortion< 3%
Cable lengthRS232: max. 15 m; RS422/RS485: approx. 1000 m
Data buffer864 bytes receive buffer, 128 bytes transmit buffer
Sensor supply+5 V DC, 1 A
Housing data
Dimensions (W x H x D)30 mm x 126 mm x 26.5 mm
MaterialPA6 (polyamide)
Installation2 fixing holes 3.5 mm diameter for M3
Order number
EP6001-0002 — Beckhoff product page, technical data
Official source
https://www.beckhoff.com/en-us/products/i-o/ethercat-box/epxxxx-industrial-housing/ep6xxx-communication/ep6001-0002.html
FAQ
How many channels does the EP6001-0002 have?
Beckhoff states number of channels: 2 digital inputs or outputs.
What voltage does it operate at?
The technical data lists nominal voltage as 24 V DC (-15%/+20%).
Where do these values come from?
They are taken from the technical data Beckhoff publishes for item number EP6001-0002, on the product page linked below.
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