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EL2262 - Beckhoff EtherCAT Terminal
The Beckhoff EtherCAT Terminal EL2262 is a high-speed digital output module with advanced oversampling and precise timing, designed for demanding industrial automation systems.
| Brand | Beckhoff |
| Product Type | EtherCAT Terminal |
| Product | EL2262 |
EL2262 Beckhoff EtherCAT Terminal Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Connection technology | 4-wire |
| Nominal voltage | 24 V DC (-15%/+20%) |
| Distributed clocks | yes |
| Current consumption power contacts | typ. 35 mA + load |
| Current consumption E-bus | typ. 70 mA |
| Electrical isolation | 500 V (E-bus/field potential) |
| Configuration | via TwinCAT System Manager |
| Special features | up to 1000 x oversampling, max. 1 Msample/s, min. output cycle 1 µs |
| Weight | approx. 60 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/variable |
| Approvals/markings | CE, CCC, UL, ATEX, IECEx |
| Ex marking | ATEX:II 3 G Ex ec IIC T4 GcIECEx:Ex ec IIC T4 Gc |
| Housing - Design form | compact terminal housing with signal LEDs |
| Housing - Material | polycarbonate |
| Housing - Dimensions (W x H x D) | 12Â mm x 100Â mm x 68 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 - Marking | labeling of the BZxxxx series |
| Housing - Wiring | solid conductor (s), flexible conductor (st) and ferrule (f): spring actuation by screwdriver |
| Housing - Connection cross-section | s*: 0.08â¦2.5 mm²,st*: 0.08â¦2.5 mm²,f*: 0.14â¦1.5 mm² |
| Housing - Connection cross-section AWG | s*: AWG28...16,st*: AWG22...16,f*: AWG26...19 |
| Housing - Stripping length | 8…9 mm |
| Housing - Current load power contacts | Imax: 10 A |
| Bit width in the process image | n x 2 outputs + 32 bit CycleCounter + 32 bit StartTimeNextOutput |
| Short-circuit current | typ. < 1.5 A |
| Distributed clock precision | << 1 µs |
| Load type | ohmic, inductive, lamp load |
| Max. output current | 0.5 A (short-circuit proof in push operation) per channel |
| Output stage | push-pull |
| Reverse voltage protection | yes |
| Breaking energy | < 150 mJ/channel |
| Switching times | typ. TON: < 1 µs, typ. TOFF: < 1 µs |
| Output rate | max. 1 Msample/s, min. cycle 1 µs |
The Beckhoff EtherCAT Terminal EL2262 provides 2 digital outputs with 4-wire connection technology and a nominal 24 V DC supply. Supporting distributed clocks, it delivers oversampling up to 1000x with a maximum output rate of 1 Msample/s. With switching times below 1 µs and push-pull output stages, the EL2262 EtherCAT Terminal ensures fast, reliable performance. Electrical safety is reinforced by 500 V isolation, while 70 mA E-bus consumption and 35 mA power contact usage provide efficiency. The compact polycarbonate housing, IP20 protection, and certifications such as CE, UL, ATEX, IECEx, and CCC underline its suitability for global applications.
The Beckhoff EL2262 EtherCAT Terminal is commonly applied in motion control, robotics, precision machining, and test benches. Its oversampling and sub-microsecond switching enable synchronized control of actuators, lamps, and inductive loads where accuracy is critical. Maintenance teams appreciate the DIN rail installation and spring-actuated wiring, while system integrators benefit from seamless EtherCAT compatibility and TwinCAT configuration for fine-tuned automation tasks.
Trusted across industries including automotive, electronics, packaging, and process control, the Beckhoff EtherCAT Terminal EL2262 delivers unmatched speed, reliability, and safety. Its advanced output capabilities and global certifications make it a dependable solution for engineers requiring precise, high-frequency control in modern automation projects.
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