{"product_id":"beckhoff-bk1250-compact-coupler-responsive-support","title":"BK1250 | Beckhoff EtherCAT\/Bus Terminal coupler for mixed EL\/KL terminals, 24 VDC, 100 Mbaud","description":"\u003ch4\u003eDescription \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"451\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eThe Beckhoff BK1250 is an EtherCAT Bus Coupler designed to support mixed operation of EtherCAT Terminals (ELxxxx) and standard Bus Terminals (KLxxxx) within a single station. Operating at 100 Mbaud and powered by a 24 VDC supply, it provides fast data exchange and compact integration for modular automation architectures. With its lightweight design and rail-mount construction, the BK1250 offers a cost-effective solution for flexible distributed I\/O systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNew\/Never Used Surplus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBeckhoff\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCategory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePLCs\/Machine Control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBK1250\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubcategory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePLC Module\/Rack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eData Transfer Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 Mbaud\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Current Draw\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200 mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtective Earth Power Contact\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShort-Circuit Current Handling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 125 A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35 mm DIN rail (EN 60715)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 to +50 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e–25 to +75 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax Installation Elevation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1000 m MSL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInformation About BK1250\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1074\" data-start=\"590\"\u003eThe BK1250 is part of Beckhoff’s EK1xxx EtherCAT coupler series, engineered for installations requiring both EtherCAT and K-bus terminal technologies. Its terminal-housing format eliminates the need for additional cabling, providing a streamlined and compact integration into DIN rail–mounted control panels. Compatible with up to 64 directly connected Bus Terminals—and expandable to 255 via K-bus extension—it enables high-density I\/O configurations for modern automation systems. Designed for smooth integration with Beckhoff TwinCAT, ADS configuration via KS2000, and PLC-based parameterization, the BK1250 ensures reliable data exchange, safe protective-earth handling, and efficient power distribution in industrial applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features:\u003cstrong data-end=\"1102\" data-start=\"1085\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMixed terminal support: Allows simultaneous use of EtherCAT (EL) and standard Bus Terminals (KL).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-speed communication: 100 Mbaud transfer rate ensures rapid process updates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDIN rail installation: Compact 35 mm rail mounting for space-efficient panel layouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated power distribution: 24 VDC system and field supply with up to 10 A via power contacts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomatic process image assignment: Simplifies configuration in EtherCAT systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpanded terminal capacity: Supports 64 Bus Terminals, expandable to 255 via K-bus extension.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRobust protection: Includes a protective earth power contact capable of grounding up to 125 A short-circuit current.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BK1250 delivers the reliability and modular flexibility required for advanced distributed I\/O and mixed bus architectures.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BECKHOFF","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47991069802794,"sku":"BK1250","price":305.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/0392\/4266\/files\/BK1250.webp?v=1712585054","url":"https:\/\/iqelectro.com\/products\/beckhoff-bk1250-compact-coupler-responsive-support","provider":"IQElectro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}