EK1101 | Beckhoff EtherCAT Coupler With ID Switch

Beckhoff · HMIs & Displays

Description  The Beckhoff EK1101 is an EtherCAT coupler designed to connect EtherCAT terminals (EL series) to an EtherCAT network. It serves as the communication interface between the EtherCAT fieldbus and the connected local I/O terminals.   Technical Specifications  Condition New/Never Used Manufacturer Beckhoff Part Number EK1101 Task within EtherCAT system Coupling of EtherCAT Terminals (ELxxxx) to 100BASE-TX EtherCAT networks, with identity verification Data transfer medium Ethernet/EtherCAT cable (min. Cat.5), shielded Distance between stations Max. 100 m (100BASE-TX) Number of EtherCAT Terminals Up to 65,534 Type/number of peripheral signals Max. 4.2 GB addressable I/O points Number of configurable IDs 4096 Protocol EtherCAT Delay approx. 1 µs Data transfer rates 100 Mbit/s Bus interface 2 x RJ45 Power supply 24 V DC (-15 %/+20 %) Current consumption from US 70 mA + (∑ E-bus current/4) Current consumption from UP Load Current supply E-bus 2000 mA Power contacts max. 24 V DC/max. 10 A Electrical isolation 500 V (power contact/supply voltage/Ethernet) Operating/storage temperature -25…+60 °C/-40…+85 °C Protect. rating/installation pos. IP20/variable Approvals/markings CE, UL, ATEX, IECEx, DNV GL, cFMus Weight 0.06 kgs     Information About EK1101 The EK1101 is part of the Beckhoff EtherCAT I/O system, developed to provide modular and high-performance distributed I/O solutions. It features two RJ45 EtherCAT ports—one for upstream connection to the EtherCAT master and one for downstream continuation to other EtherCAT devices. The coupler transfers both data and 24V DC power for the internal electronics of connected EL terminals. It supports 100 Mbit/s full-duplex real-time communication and can connect up to 65,535 EtherCAT terminals in a single segment. Integrated status LEDs indicate power, link, and activity states, simplifying commissioning and diagnostics. Its compact, DIN rail–mounted design allows easy integration into control panels and scalable expansion of EtherCAT networks. Key Features: Design: EtherCAT coupler for modular I/O systems. Connectivity: Two RJ45 EtherCAT ports (upstream and downstream). Performance: 100 Mbit/s full-duplex communication for real-time control. Capacity: Supports up to 65,535 EtherCAT EL terminals. Power Supply: Provides 24V DC to internal electronics of connected terminals. Diagnostics: LED indicators for power, link, and activity status. Installation: Compact DIN rail–mounted design for distributed architectures. Application Range: Suitable for machine automation, robotics, and process control. The EK1101 delivers the speed, modularity, and reliability required for building scalable EtherCAT-based distributed I/O systems.

Brand: Beckhoff · Category: HMIs & Displays

Key features

• Design: EtherCAT coupler for modular I/O systems.
• Connectivity: Two RJ45 EtherCAT ports (upstream and downstream).
• Performance: 100 Mbit/s full-duplex communication for real-time control.
• Capacity: Supports up to 65,535 EtherCAT EL terminals.
• Power Supply: Provides 24V DC to internal electronics of connected terminals.
• Diagnostics: LED indicators for power, link, and activity status.
• Installation: Compact DIN rail–mounted design for distributed architectures.
• Application Range: Suitable for machine automation, robotics, and process control.

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