EL3024 - Beckhoff EtherCAT Terminal Analog Input
Technical Specifications of Beckhoff EtherCAT Terminal Analog Input EL3024:
| Brand | Beckhoff |
| Product Type | EtherCAT Terminal Analog Input |
| Product | EL3024 |
EL3024 Beckhoff EtherCAT Terminal Analog Input Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Number of inputs | 4 (differential) |
| Measurement error/uncertainty | typ. 85 Ω + diode voltage |
| Input filter limit frequency | 1 kHz |
| Measurement error/uncertainty 2 | < ±0.3% (relative to full scale value) |
| 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*: 0.0..2.5 mm²,st*: 0.08..2.5 mm²,f*: 0.14...1.5 mm² |
| Housing - Connection cross-section AWG | s*: AWG28...14,st*: AWG28...14,f*: AWG26...16 |
| Housing - Stripping length | 8…9 mm |
| Housing - Current load power contacts | Imax: 10 A |
| Power supply | via the E-bus |
| Common-mode voltage UCM | max. 10 V |
| Conversion time | 0.625 ms default setting, configurable, multiplex |
| Electrical isolation | 500 V (E-bus/signal voltage) |
| Current consumption E-bus | typ. 130 mA |
| Bit width in the process image | inputs: 16 byte |
| Configuration | no address or configuration setting |
| Special features | standard and compact process image, activatable FIR/IIR filters, limit value monitoring |
| Weight | approx. 60 g |
| Operating temperature | -25…+60°C |
| Storage temperature | -40…+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 |
| Pluggable wiring | for all ESxxxx terminals |
| Signal current | 4...20 mA |
| Surge voltage resistance | 35 V DC |
The Beckhoff EL3024 EtherCAT Terminal Analog Input provides 4 differential input channels tailored for 4–20 mA current measurement, ensuring precise and stable signal acquisition in automation systems. With a conversion time of 0.625 ms (configurable in multiplex mode) and a 16-bit resolution, it delivers high-speed and reliable data for critical process control. Integrated FIR/IIR digital filters and limit value monitoring enhance measurement stability, while its measurement error is kept under ±0.3% relative to full scale. The terminal also supports 500 V electrical isolation between the E-bus and signal voltage for safe operation, along with surge voltage resistance up to 35 V DC. Its lightweight design (12 × 100 × 68 mm, approx. 60 g) with signal LEDs ensures compact installation and easy diagnostics on DIN rails.
Durability and compliance are key strengths of the EL3024 EtherCAT Terminal Analog Input. It operates in temperatures from -25°C to +60°C and withstands storage down to -40°C. Certified with CE, CCC, UL, ATEX, and IECEx approvals, the device is suited for global industrial environments, including hazardous areas (ATEX Zone 2). With IP20 protection, robust EMC compliance (EN 61000-6-2/6-4), and vibration/shock resistance per EN 60068, it is trusted for reliable performance in harsh shop-floor conditions. Its efficient E-bus consumption of 130 mA makes it suitable for high-density automation panels without overloading system power.
Applications of the Beckhoff EL3024 include precise monitoring of process control loops, energy management, and industrial automation systems that require accurate current feedback. Maintenance teams appreciate its diagnostic LEDs and pluggable wiring for reduced downtime, while OEMs and integrators value its easy scalability within Beckhoff’s EtherCAT platform. For engineering students and training environments, the EL3024 serves as a practical example of how advanced EtherCAT Analog Input Terminals ensure safe, fast, and precise signal processing. With Beckhoff’s reputation for innovation, this model delivers dependable measurement, safety, and efficiency in demanding automation projects.
