EL5152 | Beckhoff EtherCAT Terminal, 2-Channel Incremental Encoder Interface, 24 V DC

Beckhoff · Drives & Motor Control

EL5152 | Beckhoff EtherCAT Terminal, 2-Channel Incremental Encoder Interface, 24 V DC

Description  The Beckhoff EL5152 EtherCAT Terminal is a 2-channel incremental encoder interface that supports HTL 24 V DC signal levels for high-speed position and motion feedback. It processes encoder signals up to 100 kHz with 16/32-bit counter resolution and microincrement functionality for precise motion measurement and synchronization.   Technical Specifications  Condition New/Never Used Surplus Brand Beckhoff Category Industrial I/O Part Number EL5152 Subcategory Encoder Interface Terminals Bus System EtherCAT Technology Incremental encoder interface, HTL 24 V DC Number of Channels 2 Encoder Connection 2 x A, B: 24 V single-ended connection Encoder Operating Voltage 24 V DC (-15%/+20%) Counter 2 x 16/32 bit switchable Limit Frequency 100 kHz (400,000 increments/s with 4-fold evaluation) Quadrature Decoder 4-fold evaluation Distributed Clocks Supported Resolution 1/256 bit microincrements Measurement Functions Period duration, frequency, up/down counters Electrical Isolation 500 V (E-bus/field potential) Power Supply 24 V DC via power contacts Current Consumption (Power Contacts) Typ. 100 mA + load Current Consumption (E-bus) Typ. 130 mA Operating Temperature -25…+60°C Storage Temperature -40…+85°C Relative Humidity 95%, non-condensing Protection Class IP20 Weight 50 g (approx. 0.11 lbs)   Information About EL5152 The EL5152 is part of Beckhoff’s EtherCAT Terminal series, designed to interface incremental encoders directly into an EtherCAT-based control system. It offers two independent channels for HTL (24 V) encoder signals, supporting up to 100 kHz frequency and 4-fold signal evaluation for high-resolution feedback. The terminal integrates distributed clock functionality to ensure precise synchronization of encoder signals across the EtherCAT network. With 16/32-bit counter modes, microincrement capability, and period/frequency measurement features, the EL5152 is an ideal solution for position tracking, speed monitoring, and motion control in industrial automation systems. Key Features: Dual Encoder Interface: Supports two incremental encoders for simultaneous position and speed feedback in high-precision systems. High-Speed Signal Processing: Handles encoder signals up to 100 kHz with 4-fold quadrature evaluation for accurate motion detection. Flexible Resolution Modes: Switchable 16-bit or 32-bit counters with 1/256-bit microincrement support for fine-grained measurement. HTL Signal Compatibility: Designed for 24 V DC HTL encoders compliant with EN 61131-2, type 1 electrical standards. Distributed Clock Integration: Enables sub-microsecond synchronization across EtherCAT networks for coordinated control. Comprehensive Measurement Functions: Includes frequency, period duration, and up/down counter features for dynamic motion analysis. Electrical Isolation: Provides 500 V isolation between the field potential and E-bus for enhanced system safety. Compact, Durable Design: Lightweight, IP20-rated construction suitable for DIN rail mounting in control cabinets. The EL5152 delivers the reliability and precision required for synchronized motion control, encoder monitoring, and high-speed feedback in automation systems.

Brand: Beckhoff · Category: Drives & Motor Control

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Manufacturer part numberEL5152
ConditionNew/Never Used Surplus
BrandBeckhoff
CategoryIndustrial I/O
Part NumberEL5152
SubcategoryEncoder Interface Terminals
Bus SystemEtherCAT
TechnologyIncremental encoder interface, HTL 24 V DC
Number of Channels2
Encoder Connection2 x A, B: 24 V single-ended connection
Encoder Operating Voltage24 V DC (-15%/+20%)
Counter2 x 16/32 bit switchable
Limit Frequency100 kHz (400,000 increments/s with 4-fold evaluation)
Quadrature Decoder4-fold evaluation
Distributed ClocksSupported
Resolution1/256 bit microincrements
Measurement FunctionsPeriod duration, frequency, up/down counters
Electrical Isolation500 V (E-bus/field potential)
Power Supply24 V DC via power contacts
Current Consumption (Power Contacts)Typ. 100 mA + load
Current Consumption (E-bus)Typ. 130 mA
Operating Temperature-25…+60°C
Storage Temperature-40…+85°C
Relative Humidity95%, non-condensing
Protection ClassIP20
Weight50 g (approx. 0.11 lbs)
Product typeServo Drives

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