BK5150

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The Beckhoff BK5150 is a superior bus coupler from the BK EtherCAT Bus Coupler Series, featuring an IP20 protection rating. It offers data transfer rates with automatic detection up to 1 Mbaud and supports 64 bus terminals. It includes a configuration interface and 16 Tx/Rx PDOs for efficient operation.

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Product Description:

Beckhoff manufactures the BK5150, which is intended for CAN-open networks, a high-level communication protocol often used in industrial automation. Automatic baud rate detection, a function that enables the coupler to tune its communication speed to match that of the linked devices, is one of its primary characteristics. Data communication between devices is defined by the several Process Data Object (PDO) modes that the BK5150 supports. The network may accommodate various communication needs with the use of these modes, which include synchronous, cyclic, event-driven, and polling. A K-bus extension may increase the BK5150's support for up to 64 bus terminals to 255. The automation system's scalability and flexibility are increased by connecting several devices into the network.

For effective data transmission, the BK5150 uses a twisted copper wire that has been screened. Having "Number of PDOs (CANopen)" 16 Tx/Rx PDOs indicates that the coupler can process a large quantity of data at once. In essence, PDOs are data containers for effective data interchange in networks using CANopen. Applications needing high data throughput may find that a greater number of PDOs means more data is sent each cycle. Diagnostic LEDs for power supply, K-bus, and fieldbus status are included with the BK5150. These LEDs enable the rapid and simple detection of any problems by providing visible indications of the coupler's operating state.

The BK5150 has a number of extra CANopen features that improve its dependability and usefulness. The following are among them: "life," "node guarding," "emergency object," "variable mapping," and "store/restore." This coupler's "Data Transfer Rates" with "automatic detection up to 1 Mbaud" demonstrate how well it can handle high-speed communication. The BK5150 is guaranteed to function reliably in a variety of industrial settings because to its "Operating/storage Temperature" range of -25°C to +60°C for operation and -40°C to +85°C for storage. Its conformance to EN 60068-2-6/EN 60068-2-27 for "Vibration/shock Resistance" and EN 61000-6-2/EN 61000-6-4 for "EMC Immunity/emission" provides further evidence of its appropriateness for demanding industrial settings. The one-year warranty that Wake Industrial provides on this product gives clients piece of mind and guarantees its dependability and quality.

Bus interface
5-pin open style connector
Bus terminals
64 (255 with K-bus ext.)
CANopen features
life, node guarding, emergency, var mapping, store/restore
Data transfer medium
screened twisted copper, 2× signal + 1× ground
Data transfer rate
Auto detect up to 1 Mbaud
Diagnostics LEDs
2× power, 2× K-bus, 2× fieldbus
EMC immunity/emission
EN 61000-6-2 / EN 61000-6-4
K-bus current supply
1750 mA
Operating temperature
-25…+60°C
PDO modes
sync, cyclic, event-driven, polling
PDOs (CANopen)
16 Tx/Rx PDOs
Power supply
24 V DC (−15%/+20%)
Serial interface
configuration interface
Storage temperature
-40…+85°C
Vibration/shock resistance
EN 60068-2-6 / EN 60068-2-27
Weight
≈100 g

Frequently Asked Questions about BK5150:

Q: What is the Beckhoff BK5150?

A: The Beckhoff BK5150 is a sophisticated EtherCAT bus coupler within the BK EtherCAT Bus Coupler Series. It features an IP20 protection rating and is designed to facilitate efficient communication in industrial automation systems by connecting multiple devices through a standardized interface.

Q: What are the main features of the BK5150?

A: Key features of the BK5150 include support for up to 64 bus terminals (expandable to 255 with K-bus extension), automatic baud rate detection, 16 Tx/Rx PDOs, and a power supply requirement of 24 V DC. It also provides a configuration interface and diagnostic LEDs for monitoring operational status.

Q: What types of communication does the BK5150 support?

A: The BK5150 supports various Process Data Object (PDO) modes, including synchronous, cyclic, event-driven, and polling modes. This flexibility allows it to adapt to different communication needs within a CANopen network, optimizing data exchange between devices.

Q: What is the significance of the PDOs in the BK5150?

A: The 16 Tx/Rx PDOs enable the BK5150 to manage substantial data transfers efficiently. PDOs are critical for data exchange in CANopen networks, allowing for a higher throughput of data per cycle, which is essential for applications demanding rapid communication.

Q: How does the BK5150 ensure reliable operation in industrial environments?

A: The BK5150 is built to withstand harsh conditions, with an operating temperature range of -25°C to +60°C and storage temperatures from -40°C to +85°C. It conforms to various industrial standards for vibration/shock resistance and EMC immunity/emission, ensuring consistent performance in demanding settings.


Internal Product Review

  • ‘‘Compact bus coupler designed for CANopen networks. Features automatic baud rate detection and supports a variety of PDO modes. Provides diagnostic LEDs for power supply, K-bus, and fieldbus status.’’

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