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EL9180 - Beckhoff EtherCAT Terminals System
Beckhoff EL9180 EtherCAT Terminals System is a compact potential distribution terminal for safe and efficient Position Measurement & Communication in automation setups.
| Brand | Beckhoff |
| Product Type | EtherCAT Terminals System |
| Product | EL9180 |
EL9180 Beckhoff EtherCAT Terminals System Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Technology | potential distribution terminal |
| Housing width | 12Â mm |
| Weight | approx. 50 g |
| Operating temperature | -25....+60°C |
| Storage temperature | -40....+85°C |
| Approvals/markings | CE, CCC, UL, ATEX, IECEx |
| Ex marking | ATEX:II 3 G Ex ec IIC T4 GcIECEx:Ex ec IIC T4 Gc |
| Current load | ⤠10 A |
| Nominal voltage | arbitrary up to 230 V AC/DC |
| Electrical isolation | 500 V (E-bus/field potential) |
| Connection facility to additional power contact | 2 |
| Housing - Design form | compact terminal housing with signal LEDs |
| Housing - Material | polycarbonate |
| Housing - Dimensions (W x H x D) | 12 mm x 100 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*: 0.08...2.5mm²,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 |
| PE contact | yes |
| Pluggable wiring | for all ESxxxx terminals |
The Beckhoff EL9180 EtherCAT Terminals System is engineered as a high-quality potential distribution terminal, enabling reliable power distribution across automation environments. It supports arbitrary nominal voltages up to 230 V AC/DC with a current load capacity of up to 10 A, making it versatile for both low-voltage and higher-power applications. With 500 V electrical isolation between the E-bus and field potential, the EL9180 safeguards critical components and ensures secure operation in sensitive industrial networks. Its PE contact, two additional power contact facilities, and green signal LEDs improve usability and provide diagnostic clarity for engineers in the field.
Compact in design at just 12 mm wide, the EL9180 is housed in a durable polycarbonate enclosure optimized for DIN rail installation. The terminal uses spring-actuated wiring for both solid and flexible conductors, supporting cross-sections from 0.08 to 2.5 mm², which simplifies setup and ensures long-term connection stability. Certified with CE, CCC, UL, ATEX, and IECEx approvals, and compliant with EMC standards EN 61000-6-2/6-4, the module guarantees safe global deployment. Its robust vibration and shock resistance per EN 60068 makes it suitable for demanding industrial conditions such as packaging plants, process automation, and machine tools.
In real-world applications, the EL9180 EtherCAT Terminals System is trusted by automation specialists for reliable power distribution in EtherCAT networks, particularly where compact design and safety are critical. Maintenance engineers benefit from its pluggable wiring and easy diagnostic LEDs, while senior automation professionals rely on its scalability for expanding distributed I/O architectures. For engineering students and trainees, the EL9180 demonstrates how power distribution integrates into EtherCAT-based Position Measurement & Communication systems. Combining compactness, global certifications, and dependable performance, the Beckhoff EL9180 is a proven solution for modern industrial automation infrastructures.
