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CU8803-0001 Beckhoff

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The CU8803-0001 is a Beckhoff panel interface junction designed for CP-Link 4 output and DisplayPort integration. A 24 V DC supply and up to 100 m panel distance support clean cabinet layouts and dependable remote panel placement. IP20 protection and 95% humidity tolerance make this unit a strong fit for controlled industrial enclosures.

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Product Description:

The CU8803-0001 is an EtherCAT junction manufactured by Beckhoff within the CU EtherCAT Junctions series. The module acts as an interface node that consolidates video, USB, and CP-Link 4 data so an industrial PC can drive a remote control panel over a single structured cable. By combining these signal paths, the unit streamlines cabinet wiring and allows human-machine interfaces to be installed at significant distances from the controller without separate extenders. This arrangement keeps display output and user input traveling together, which simplifies routing between the computer cabinet and the operator station.

Cabinet integration starts with its compact enclosure of 70 x 100 x 80 mm, allowing the junction to sit alongside standard DIN-rail components. The electronics are powered from a regulated 24 V DC source, matching the low-voltage supply already present in most control panels. When paired with a Beckhoff panel, the copper link may extend up to 100 m, supporting factory-floor layouts that separate operators from electrical gear. To maintain bandwidth, the remote run must use Cat.6A cable, and data plus power are presented to the panel through the CP-Link 4 RJ45 socket. Upstream, the PC side offers DisplayPort for video and a USB 2.0 Type B connector for touch or keyboard signals, eliminating the need for proprietary adapters. This layout allows standard PC video and input connections to be linked to a distant panel without adding separate USB and display extenders.

Mechanical loading on the rail is limited; the device weighs only 745 g, which eases installation on light-gauge mounting plates. Its terminals sit behind an IP20 front cover, indicating finger-safe access yet requiring placement inside a closed enclosure. The power plug is rated for 8 A, leaving margin above the specified panel draw of 4.7 A and permitting auxiliary devices on the same feed. On the video path, a DVI-compatible source can be connected through the DVI-D input, and the factory-supplied 1 m DisplayPort-to-DVI cable bridges non-native outputs. The wiring area accepts conductors up to 1.5 mm², and reliable operation is maintained in ambient humidity levels as high as 95%. The enclosed mounting requirement also helps protect the connection area from accidental contact and debris present inside industrial equipment.

Dimensions (w X H X D)
70 x 100 x 80 mm
Included Video Cable
1 m DisplayPort to DVI
Max Current With Panel
4.7 A
Max Humidity
95%
Max Panel Distance
100 m
Max Wire Size
1.5 mm²
Min Plug Voltage
22 V DC
Panel Cable
Cat.6A
Panel Output
CP-Link 4 (RJ45)
Pc Interface
DisplayPort
Power Connector Rating
8 A
Protection Rating
IP20
Supply Voltage
24 V DC
Usb Input
USB 2.0 Type B
Video Input
DVI-D
Weight
745 g

Frequently Asked Questions about CU8803-0001:

Q: What type and length of video cable is included with the CU8803-0001?

A: The CU8803-0001 is supplied with a 1 meter DisplayPort to DVI video cable.

Q: What is the maximum current supported by the CU8803-0001 with a panel connection?

A: This model supports a maximum current of 4.7 A when used with a panel.

Q: What is the maximum panel cable distance supported by the CU8803-0001?

A: The CU8803-0001 is designed to operate with a maximum distance of 100 meters to the panel.

Q: Which panel output interface does the CU8803-0001 utilize?

A: A CP-Link 4 (RJ45) is used as the panel output interface on this device.

Q: What is the protection rating of the CU8803-0001 EtherCAT junction?

A: This junction features a protection rating of IP20 for installation environments.

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