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EL6224 - Beckhoff EtherCAT Communication Interface
Beckhoff EL6224 Position Measurement & Communication is a high-density EtherCAT Communication Interface with IO-Link support for advanced automation systems.
| Brand | Beckhoff |
| Product Type | EtherCAT Communication Interface |
| Product | EL6224 |
EL6224 Beckhoff EtherCAT Communication Interface Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Technology | IO-Link input/output |
| Power supply | via E-bus and power contacts |
| Data transfer rates | 4.8 kbaud, 38.4 kbaud and 230.4 kbaud |
| Current consumption E-bus | typ. 120 mA |
| Electrical isolation | 500 V (E-bus/signal voltage) |
| Special features | each channel parameterizable in TwinCAT |
| 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 |
| Housing - Design form | HD (High Density) 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 conductors (s): direct plug-in technique; fine-stranded conductors (st) and ferrule (f): spring actuation by screwdriver |
| Housing - Connection cross-section | s*: 0.08…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 |
| Cable length | max. 20 m |
The Beckhoff EL6224 EtherCAT Communication Interface is designed to deliver reliable position measurement and communication using IO-Link technology. It features four input/output channels, each parameterizable in TwinCAT, enabling flexible configuration for diverse automation tasks. Supporting baud rates of 4.8, 38.4, and 230.4 kbaud, it ensures efficient data exchange with IO-Link sensors and actuators. Operating directly via the E-bus and power contacts, it consumes only 120 mA from the E-bus, maintaining energy efficiency without compromising performance. Electrical isolation of 500 V between the E-bus and signal voltage ensures safety during operation.
The module is built with a compact HD polycarbonate housing (12 × 100 × 68 mm), designed for DIN rail installation with double slot and key connections for side-by-side mounting. Diagnostic LEDs provide quick status feedback, while plug-in wiring supports both solid and flexible conductors with ferrules, simplifying installation and reducing downtime. Compliant with EN 61000-6-2/6-4 EMC standards, and resistant to vibration and shock per EN 60068, the EL6224 is certified with CE, UL, CCC, ATEX, and IECEx approvals, making it globally accepted. With an operating temperature range of -25°C to +60°C and IP20 protection, it is optimized for demanding industrial environments.
In real-world applications, the Beckhoff EL6224 Position Measurement & Communication EtherCAT Terminal is trusted in smart factories, robotics, material handling, and process automation where IO-Link devices must be integrated seamlessly. Maintenance engineers benefit from its modular wiring and diagnostic indicators, while senior automation specialists rely on its scalability and flexible configuration for large networks. For engineering students and trainees, it provides a practical platform to understand IO-Link integration within EtherCAT-based communication. Compact, reliable, and versatile, the Beckhoff EL6224 strengthens industrial automation by combining modern IO-Link technology with proven EtherCAT performance.
