BK5120-0100

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The BK5120-0100 from Beckhoff's BK EtherCAT Bus Coupler Series is designed to handle up to 64 Bus Terminals, expanding to 255 with a K-bus extension. This device supports up to 16 Tx/Rx PDOs for fieldbus communication, with additional CANopen features like life and variable mapping. It weighs approximately 150 grams.

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Product Description:

The Beckhoff BK5120-0100 is a versatile bus coupler from the BK EtherCAT Bus Coupler Series, designed for high-speed data transmission in industrial automation environments. This device supports 64 bus terminals, expandable to 255 terminals using a K-bus extension, providing flexibility and scalability for larger systems. It can handle 960 digital peripheral signals for inputs and outputs and supports 60 analog peripheral signals, making it ideal for a wide range of automation tasks.

The BK5120-0100 has a data transfer rate of up to 1 Mbaud and supports 16 Tx/Rx PDOs for CANopen communication. Additional CANopen features include life monitoring, node guarding, emergency object handling, variable mapping, and store/restore functions, making it highly adaptable to different automation needs. The bus interface utilizes a 5-pin open style connector, with a screened, twisted copper cable recommended for reliable data transmission.

The device can be configured via KS2000 software or through the controller, offering flexibility in setup and integration. It operates with a 24 V DC power supply and has an input current of 70 mA plus the total K-bus current, with a maximum input current of 500 mA. The starting current is approximately 2.5 times the continuous current, and a fuse of ≤ 10 A is recommended. The K-bus current supply is rated at 1750 mA, ensuring adequate power for connected terminals. Weighing around 150 grams and protected by an IP20 rating, the BK5120-0100 is compact and suitable for installation in controlled industrial environments. It is designed to operate within a temperature range of -25°C to +60°C, and conforms to standards for vibration and shock resistance (EN 60068-2-6/EN 60068-2-27). In terms of performance, EtherCAT technology enables extremely high-speed communication. It features hardware-based protocol processing with cycle times as short as 30 µs for updating 1000 I/Os, making it far more efficient than traditional fieldbus systems.

Analog peripheral I/O
60 inputs/outputs
Bus interface connector
1x 5‑pin open‑style
Bus terminals
64 (255 with K‑bus extension)
CANopen additional features
life, node guarding, emergency, var mapping, store/restore
CANopen PDOs
16 Tx / 16 Rx
Configuration
via KS2000 or controller
Data rate
up to 1 Mbaud
Data transfer medium
screened twisted copper cable (2 signal, 1 ground)
Digital I/O
960 inputs/outputs
K‑bus current supply
1750 mA
Module input current
70 mA + (K‑bus current)/4, max 500 mA
Power supply
24 V DC (‑15%/+20%)
Recommended fuse
≤10 A
Starting current
approx. 2.5 x cont. current

Frequently Asked Questions about BK5120-0100:

Q: What is the maximum number of bus terminals for this device?

A: The device can support up to 64 bus terminals, or 255 with a K-bus extension.

Q: What is the maximum number of bytes for the fieldbus?

A: The maximum number of bytes is 16 Tx/Rx PDOs.

Q: How many digital peripheral signals can this device handle?

A: The device can handle 960 digital peripheral signals for inputs and outputs.

Q: What is the capacity for analog peripheral signals?

A: The device supports 60 analog peripheral signals for inputs and outputs.

Q: How can the device be configured?

A: Configuration can be done via KS2000 or the controller.


Internal Product Review

  • ‘‘The BK5120-0100 bus coupler has 16 Tx/Rx PDOs for CANopen, supports up to 960 digital peripheral signals, and weighs around 150 grammes. It is IP20 protected and runs up to 1 Mbaud. It is a part of Beckhoff's BK EtherCAT Bus Coupler Series.’’

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