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EL6652 - Beckhoff EtherCAT Communication Interface
Beckhoff introduces the EL6652 Position Measurement & Communication, an advanced EtherCAT Communication Interface designed for industrial automation. It ensures precise position data, reliable signal transmission, and seamless integration for engineers and system designers.
| Brand | Beckhoff |
| Product Type | EtherCAT Communication Interface |
| Product | EL6652 |
EL6652 Beckhoff EtherCAT Communication Interface Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Technology | EtherNet/IP⢠|
| Power supply | via the E-bus |
| Current consumption E-bus | typ. 400 mA |
| Electrical isolation | 500 V (E-bus/Ethernet) |
| Special features | multicast/unicast connection |
| Weight | approx. 75 g |
| Operating temperature | 0…55°C |
| Storage temperature | -25…+85°C |
| Relative humidity | 95%, no condensation |
| Vibration/shock resistance | conforms to EN 60068-2-6/EN 60068-2-27 |
| EMC immunity/emission | conforms to EN 61000-6-2/EN 61000-6-4 |
| Protect. rating/installation pos. | IP20/see documentation |
| Approvals/markings | CE, UL |
| Housing - Design form | compact terminal housing with signal LEDs |
| Housing - Material | polycarbonate |
| Housing - Dimensions (W x H x D) | 24 mm x 100 mm x 52 mm |
| Housing - Installation | on 35 mm DIN rail, conforming to EN 60715 with lock |
| Housing - Side by side mounting by means of | double slot and key connection |
| Housing - Wiring | specific push-in connection |
| Cable length | up to 100 m twisted pair |
| Configuration | via EtherCAT master |
| Ethernet interface | 100BASE-TX Ethernet with 2 x RJ45 |
| Hardware diagnostics | status LEDs |
| Protocol | EtherNet/IP⢠|
| Number of ports/channels | 2 (switched) |
The Beckhoff EL6652 is built with a compact polycarbonate housing measuring 24 mm x 100 mm x 52 mm and weighing approximately 75 g. Powered via the E-bus with a typical current consumption of 400 mA, it provides robust electrical isolation up to 500 V between E-bus and Ethernet. The device supports EtherNet/IP™ technology and allows multicast or unicast connections, offering high flexibility in complex industrial networks. Status LEDs enable easy diagnostics, while installation on a standard 35 mm DIN rail ensures secure mounting and side-by-side integration.
Engineered to withstand industrial conditions, the EL6652 operates within temperatures of 0…55°C and storage temperatures of -25…+85°C, with vibration and shock resistance conforming to EN 60068-2-6 and EN 60068-2-27. Its EMC immunity and emission comply with EN 61000-6-2 and EN 61000-6-4, making it highly reliable for harsh manufacturing environments. With IP20 protection and CE/UL approvals, the EL6652 is trusted for consistent, safe performance in automated systems.
The EL6652 Position Measurement & Communication excels in applications like automated assembly, robotic motion control, process monitoring, and safety-critical operations. Featuring dual 100BASE-TX Ethernet ports with twisted pair cabling up to 100 m, it ensures seamless data flow and synchronized signal processing across EtherCAT networks. Its precision, durability, and ease of integration make it indispensable for maintenance engineers, system integrators, and students learning modern industrial automation technologies.
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