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EL5101 | Beckhoff EtherCAT Terminal, 1-Channel Encoder Interface, Incremental, 5 V DC (DIFF RS422, TTL), 1 MHz
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Product Description P/N: EL5101
Description
The Beckhoff EL5101 is an EtherCAT terminal designed as an incremental encoder interface for high-resolution position and speed feedback. It reads incremental encoder signals (A, B, and optional Z) and transmits precise position data to the control system.
Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer | Beckhoff |
| Part Number | EL5101 |
| Channels | 1 |
| Counter | 16/32 BIT SWITCHABLE |
| IP Rating | IP20 |
| Nominal Voltage | 24 VDC |
| Operating Temperature | -25 TO +60 DEGREE C |
| Product Type | INCREMENTAL ENCODER INTERFACE |
| Pulse Generator | Yes |
| Quadrature Decoder | 4-fold evaluation |
Information About EL5101
The EL5101 is part of the Beckhoff EtherCAT Terminal system, developed to provide modular and high-performance I/O solutions for distributed control architectures. It supports incremental encoders with differential RS422 or single-ended TTL signals, handling input frequencies up to 1 MHz for fast and accurate position acquisition. The terminal also counts the zero pulse (Z track) and provides a 32-bit position counter with latch and compare functions, enabling precise synchronization tasks. Integrated diagnostics and LED indicators monitor encoder status and signal quality. The EL5101 communicates via the EtherCAT real-time fieldbus and is fully configurable and monitored using Beckhoff TwinCAT software.
Key Features:
- Design: Incremental encoder interface terminal for EtherCAT systems.
- Signal Support: A/B/Z incremental encoder signals (RS422 or TTL).
- Speed: Supports input frequencies up to 1 MHz.
- Resolution: 32-bit position counter for high-precision feedback.
- Functions: Latch, compare, and zero pulse evaluation.
- Diagnostics: Integrated signal monitoring and status LEDs.
- Integration: Configured and monitored using Beckhoff TwinCAT software.
- Application Range: Ideal for motion control, robotics, and high-speed machine automation.
The EL5101 delivers the speed, accuracy, and reliability required for high-performance position and speed feedback in EtherCAT-based motion control systems.
Manufacturer information
Beckhoff Automation is a German manufacturer of open automation systems, including industrial PCs, I/O and fieldbus components, drive technology, automation software, and hardware for machine vision. Beckhoff is known for its innovative and reliable automation technology, which is used in a wide range of industries. The company is committed to providing customers with the best possible automation solutions to help them succeed in their businesses.
Description
The Beckhoff EL5101 is an EtherCAT terminal designed as an incremental encoder interface for high-resolution position and speed feedback. It reads incremental encoder signals (A, B, and optional Z) and transmits precise position data to the control system.
Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer | Beckhoff |
| Part Number | EL5101 |
| Channels | 1 |
| Counter | 16/32 BIT SWITCHABLE |
| IP Rating | IP20 |
| Nominal Voltage | 24 VDC |
| Operating Temperature | -25 TO +60 DEGREE C |
| Product Type | INCREMENTAL ENCODER INTERFACE |
| Pulse Generator | Yes |
| Quadrature Decoder | 4-fold evaluation |
Information About EL5101
The EL5101 is part of the Beckhoff EtherCAT Terminal system, developed to provide modular and high-performance I/O solutions for distributed control architectures. It supports incremental encoders with differential RS422 or single-ended TTL signals, handling input frequencies up to 1 MHz for fast and accurate position acquisition. The terminal also counts the zero pulse (Z track) and provides a 32-bit position counter with latch and compare functions, enabling precise synchronization tasks. Integrated diagnostics and LED indicators monitor encoder status and signal quality. The EL5101 communicates via the EtherCAT real-time fieldbus and is fully configurable and monitored using Beckhoff TwinCAT software.
Key Features:
- Design: Incremental encoder interface terminal for EtherCAT systems.
- Signal Support: A/B/Z incremental encoder signals (RS422 or TTL).
- Speed: Supports input frequencies up to 1 MHz.
- Resolution: 32-bit position counter for high-precision feedback.
- Functions: Latch, compare, and zero pulse evaluation.
- Diagnostics: Integrated signal monitoring and status LEDs.
- Integration: Configured and monitored using Beckhoff TwinCAT software.
- Application Range: Ideal for motion control, robotics, and high-speed machine automation.
The EL5101 delivers the speed, accuracy, and reliability required for high-performance position and speed feedback in EtherCAT-based motion control systems.
Manufacturer information
Beckhoff Automation is a German manufacturer of open automation systems, including industrial PCs, I/O and fieldbus components, drive technology, automation software, and hardware for machine vision. Beckhoff is known for its innovative and reliable automation technology, which is used in a wide range of industries. The company is committed to providing customers with the best possible automation solutions to help them succeed in their businesses.