EK1101-0008
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The EK1101-0008 is an Ether CAT Coupler designed to support up to 65,535 bus terminals and operates with a 24 V DC power supply. Manufactured by Beckhoff as part of their EK EtherCAT Couplers series, it has a permissible ambient temperature range of 0°C to +55°C. The coupler weighs approximately 130 g and features IP20 protection.
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Product Description:
The EK1101-0008 is an Ether CAT coupler built by Beckhoff Automation to transmit between the Ether CAT protocol to Ether CAT terminals. This coupler is built according to the IP20 protection category; it requires indoor installation and eliminates excess heat through natural convection. The couple features two M8 sockets integrated into its from the panel; it also supports connection lengths as high as 100 meters during its operation. Customers using this product are able to switch topologies; it also supports the connection of up to 65,535 Ether CAT terminals. The EK1101-0008 coupler requires an Ethernet/Ether CAT cable for the transmission of telegram signals; the cables used with the unit should be properly shielded and also belong to at least the category 5 level.
The EK1101-0008 supports up to 4096 different ID which can be configured by the operator. The accuracy and reliability of this unit are unrivalled, the expected duration of delay does not exceed 1 microsecond, and the data transmission rate is also maintained at a speed of 100 megabits per second. The operation of this product should be carried out in an ambient temperature that is between -25 and 60 degrees. The permissible temperature range for the storage and transportation of this unit is between -40 to 80 degrees Celsius.
The EK1101-0008 Ether CAT coupler has a compact size and a total weight that is estimated to be about 110 grams. It also conforms to vibration and shock resistance defined in the EN 60068-2-6. The installation of this product should be on a 35 millimeters DIN rail, which is secured with a lock and conforms to EN 60715. The wiring of this unit supports the use of a solid conductor, flexible conductor, and spring actuation by screwdriver.
Frequently Asked Questions about EK1101-0008:
Q: What material is used In the design of the housing of this product?
A: The housing of the EK1101-0008 is made from polycarbonate material which is renowned for its light weight and high electrical and thermal resistance.
Q: What is the peak connection length for the EK1101-0008?
A: The connection length of the EK1101-0008 can be up to 100 meters.
Q: What are the M8 sockets on the EK1101-0008 for?
A: The M8 sockets integrated into the EK1101-0008 are designed for the connection of the coupler to the network.
Q: How many configurable IDs does the EK1101-0008 have?
A: The EK1101-0008 features about 4096 configurable IDs.
Q: Is the EK1101-0008 delivered with connection cables?
A: Connection cables are not included in the delivery package of the EK1101-0008. These have to be ordered separately.
