Before procurement teams confirm EL9227-5500, they typically review Beckhoff El9410, El9550 Beckhoff and Beckhoff El2809 to double-check performance ratings, stock availability, and supplier credibility carefully.
EL9227-5500 - Beckhoff EtherCAT Terminals System
Beckhoff EL9227-5500 EtherCAT Terminals System is a 2-channel overcurrent protection terminal for 24 V DC automation networks, ensuring safety and reliable power distribution.
| Brand | Beckhoff |
| Product Type | EtherCAT Terminals System |
| Product | EL9227-5500 |
EL9227-5500 Beckhoff EtherCAT Terminals System Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Technology | overcurrent protection terminal 24ร Vร DC, 2-channel |
| Special features | output 1 additionally via power contact, LED button, extended functionalities |
| Weight | approx. 55 g |
| Operating temperature | -25....+60ยฐC |
| Storage temperature | -40....+85ยฐC |
| Approvals/markings | CE, CCC, UL, ATEX, IECEx |
| Ex marking | ATEX:II 3 G Ex ec IIC T4 GcIECEx:Ex ec IIC T4 Gc |
| Nominal voltage | 24 V DC |
| Electrical isolation | 500 V (E-bus/signal voltage) |
| 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...2.5mmยฒ,st*: 0.08...2.5 mmยฒ,f*: 0.14...1.5 mmยฒ |
| 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 |
| Current consumption E-bus | typ. 80 mA |
| Number of outputs | 2 |
| Input current | max. 10 A |
| Rated current | adjustable from 1รขยยฆ10ร A in 1ร A steps, รขยยร 10ร A |
| Number of inputs | 2 |
| Hold after output switch-off | โฅ 10 s (temperature-dependent) |
| Advance warning output load | adjustable; 50รขยยฆ100% |
| Integrated fail-safe element | 15ร Aร (F)ร |ร 15ร Aร (F) |
| Over voltage power-off | โฅ 32 V DC |
| Backward switch-off | adjustable; 3-stage |
The Beckhoff EL9227-5500 EtherCAT Terminals System is an advanced overcurrent protection terminal designed for secure power management in automation environments. Operating at a nominal 24 V DC, it supports two outputs with adjustable rated current from 1 to 10 A in 1 A steps, handling a combined load of 10 A. Integrated diagnostic LEDs, warning functions, and fail-safe elements make it an intelligent choice for engineers. With 500 V electrical isolation between the E-bus and signal voltage, the EL9227-5500 ensures safe operation even in high-demand applications, while features like backward switch-off in 3 stages and overvoltage protection above 32 V DC enhance system resilience.
Compact and reliable, the terminal is housed in a 12 mm-wide polycarbonate enclosure and designed for DIN rail mounting with side-by-side installation. It supports flexible wiring with cross-sections from 0.08 to 2.5 mmยฒ and offers convenient pluggable connections for ESxxxx terminals. With certifications including CE, CCC, UL, ATEX, and IECEx, and compliance with EN 61000-6-2/6-4 EMC standards, the EL9227-5500 is suitable for global deployment. Its shock and vibration resistance per EN 60068, together with its diagnostic LEDs and push-button controls, make it practical and robust for continuous industrial use.
In practical automation systems, the EL9227-5500 EtherCAT Terminals System plays a critical role in protecting 24 V power circuits against overload and short circuits. Maintenance engineers value its adjustable current settings and early warning outputs for predictive servicing, while senior automation engineers rely on its secure integration within large-scale EtherCAT networks. For engineering students, the module demonstrates how intelligent power distribution and Position Measurement & Communication components work together in distributed I/O systems. With its compact design, safety features, and proven reliability, the Beckhoff EL9227-5500 is a trusted solution for ensuring reliable and safe power in modern automation infrastructures.
Related Products
