EL3204 - Beckhoff EtherCAT Terminal Analog Input

The Beckhoff EL3204 EtherCAT Terminal Analog Input offers four input channels designed for RTD sensors including Pt100, Pt200, Pt500, Pt1000, Ni100, Ni120, Ni1000, and KTY types. With a measurement range of -200°C to +850°C for Pt sensors and -60°C to +250°C for Ni sensors, it ensures versatile temperature monitoring. The module provides ±0.5°C measurement accuracy, supported by an integrated digital filter and limit value monitoring, allowing consistent precision in process control environments. Its fast conversion time of 85 ms (configurable up to 800 ms) makes it suitable for real-time monitoring in demanding applications.

The EL3204 features a compact 12 mm housing with LED diagnostics, easy DIN rail installation, and reliable 500 V electrical isolation between E-bus and signal voltage, ensuring safe and stable operation. With a typical E-bus consumption of 190 mA and current load capacity of 10 A on power contacts, it provides efficiency alongside robust performance. Certified with CE, CCC, UL, ATEX, IECEx, and cFMus approvals, it guarantees compliance with international standards and reliable operation under industrial conditions ranging from -25°C to +60°C with up to 95% humidity.

Applications of the Beckhoff EL3204 EtherCAT Terminal Analog Input include temperature monitoring in process industries, resistance measurement in laboratory automation, and quality control in manufacturing systems. Maintenance engineers value its plug-and-play design with no complex addressing, while system integrators appreciate the flexibility of variable connection technology for 2-wire integration. By combining compact design, accurate sensing, and Beckhoff’s proven EtherCAT platform, the EL3204 is a trusted solution for ensuring precision, safety, and efficiency in modern industrial automation networks.