EL3356-0010 - Beckhoff EtherCAT Terminal Analog Input

The Beckhoff EL3356-0010 EtherCAT Terminal Analog Input is designed to deliver precise measurements for demanding industrial applications. Featuring 2 inputs for 1 resistor bridge in full bridge technology, it ensures highly accurate load calculations with a measurement error of less than ±0.01% when operating at 12 V feed and 24 mV bridge voltage. The terminal incorporates advanced features such as self-calibration, quadruple averaging, dynamic filters, and fast data sampling, allowing measurement rates up to 10,000 samples per second. Its configurable conversion time of 0.1 to 250 ms ensures adaptability to a wide range of automation tasks, while the 10 kHz low-pass input filter maintains signal integrity in noisy industrial environments.

Housed in a compact 12 mm x 100 mm x 68 mm polycarbonate enclosure with signal LEDs, the terminal is optimized for installation on 35 mm DIN rails, supporting side-by-side mounting using double slot and key connections. With a typical E-bus consumption of 280 mA and robust compliance to IP20 protection, EN 60068 vibration/shock standards, and EN 61000-6 EMC requirements, the EL3356-0010 ensures reliable operation under challenging conditions. International certifications including CE, UL, ATEX, IECEx, and cFMus further affirm its suitability for critical industrial environments, making it a trusted choice for engineers seeking consistent performance and high measurement accuracy.

The EL3356-0010 Beckhoff EtherCAT Terminal Analog Input is widely used in industrial automation, particularly for monitoring strain gauges, load cells, and other precision sensors. Its high accuracy makes it ideal for applications in mechanical testing, weighing systems, robotics, and process automation where precise load or force measurements are crucial. Engineers can rely on its fast sampling and configurable filters to capture transient events and dynamic changes in real-time, enhancing both safety and operational efficiency.

Its compact design allows integration into crowded control panels, while signal LEDs provide immediate feedback for diagnostics. The terminal supports seamless integration into EtherCAT networks with distributed clocks, enabling synchronized measurements across multiple devices. Industries such as automotive manufacturing, material testing, chemical processing, and energy production benefit from the EL3356-0010’s reliable data acquisition, self-calibration, and compliance with international safety standards, making it an essential component for modern industrial systems.