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EL5101
Beckhoff EL5101 available at EU Automation. Get in touch today for a quick price.
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| Specification | Description |
|---|---|
| Part Number | EL5101 |
| Manufacturer | Beckhoff |
| Encoder Connection | A, A (inv), B, B (inv), C, C (inv), differential inputs (RS485); status input |
| Encoder Operating Voltage | 5 V DC |
| Encoder Output Current | 0.5 A |
| Counter | 32 or 16 bits, binary |
| Limit Frequency | 4 million increments/s (with 4-fold evaluation) |
| Quadrature Decoder | 4-fold evaluation |
| Zero-pulse Latch | 32 or 16 bits |
| Commands | Read, set, enable |
| Distributed Clocks | Yes |
| Supply Voltage | 24 V DC (-15 %/+20 %) |
| Current Consumption Power | 0.1 A (without encoder lead current) |
| Current Consumption E-bus | Typ. 130 mA |
| Bit Width in Process Image | 1 x 32 bit input, 1 x 16 bit output, 8 bit control, 8 bit status |
| Weight | Approx. 100 g |
| Operating/Storage Temperature | 0…+55 °C/-25…+85 °C |
| Relative Humidity | 95 %, no condensation |
| Vibration/Shock Resistance | Conforms to EN 60068-2-6/EN 60068-2-27/29 |
| EMC Immunity/Emission | Conforms to EN 61000-6-2/EN 61000-6-4 |
| Protection Class/Position | IP 20/variable |
| Pluggable Wiring | For all ESxxxx terminals |
| Additional Information | Beckhoff EL5101 Product Page |
What type of encoder interface does this part support?
The EL5101 supports incremental encoders with differential inputs (RS485).
What is the operating voltage for the encoder?
The operating voltage for the encoder connected to the EL5101 is 5 V DC.
What is the maximum encoder output current?
The maximum encoder output current for the EL5101 is 0.5 A.
What is the limit frequency for this part?
The EL5101 has a limit frequency of 4 million increments/s with 4-fold evaluation.
Does this part support distributed clocks?
Yes, the EL5101 supports EtherCAT distributed clocks.
What is the operating temperature range for this part?
The EL5101 has an operating temperature range of 0 to +55 °C.
What is the protection class and installation position for this part?
The EL5101 has a protection class of IP 20 and can be installed in a variable position.
What is the bit width in the process image?
The EL5101 has a bit width of 1 x 32 bit input, 1 x 16 bit output, 8 bit control, and 8 bit status in the process image.
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