EL5101 Beckhoff EtherCAT Terminal, 1-channel encoder interface, incremental, 5 V DC (DIFF RS422, TTL), 1 MHz
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Beckhoff EL5101 - EtherCAT Terminals - Weight: approx. 100 g; Operating Temperature: -25…+60°C; Storage Temperature: -40…+85°C.
Overview
Part number EL5101 from Beckhoff, listed in Fieldbus Modules & Gateways. Specifications on file: Approvals/markings CE, CCC, UL, ATEX, IECEx; Counter 1 x 16/32 bit switchable; Current consumption E-bus typ. 130 mA; Current consumption power contacts typ. 100 mA + load. KKM Solutions quotes this part with pricing and availability confirmed per order.
Beckhoff EL5101 is an EtherCAT Terminals catalog item from Beckhoff. The manufacturer's published data for this part number specifies Weight: approx. 100 g and Operating Temperature: -25…+60°C.
wire breakage detection, latch and gate function, period duration and frequency measurement, microincrements, timestamping of edges, filters
Published specifications for this part include Storage Temperature: -40…+85°C; Relative Humidity: 95%, no condensation; Number Of Channels: 1; Nominal Voltage: 24 V DC (-15%/+20%); Approvals/markings: CE, CCC, UL, ATEX, IECEx; Vibration/shock resistance: conforms to EN 60068-2-6/EN 60068-2-27; EMC immunity/emission: conforms to EN 61000-6-2/EN 61000-6-4; Ex marking: ATEX:
II 3 G Ex ec IIC T4 Gc
IECEx:
Ex ec IIC T4 Gc; Electrical isolation: 500 V (E-bus/field potential); Protect. rating/installation pos.: IP20/variable; Current consumption E-bus: typ. 130 mA; Distributed clocks: yes. See the Specifications tab on this page for the full technical table.
Specifications
| Additional inputs | status input 5 V DC, gate/latch input 24 V DC |
|---|---|
| Approvals/markings | CE, CCC, UL, ATEX, IECEx |
| Counter | 1 x 16/32 bit switchable |
| Current consumption E-bus | typ. 130 mA |
| Current consumption power contacts | typ. 100 mA + load |
| Cut-off frequency | 4 million increments/s (with 4-fold evaluation), corresponding to 1 MHz |
| Distributed clocks | yes |
| Electrical isolation | 500 V (E-bus/field potential) |
| EMC immunity/emission | conforms to EN 61000-6-2/EN 61000-6-4 |
| Encoder connection | 1 x A, B, C: differential inputs (RS422): A, A̅ (inv), B, B̅ (inv), C,C̅ (inv), single-ended connection (TTL): A, B, C, counter, pulse generator: A, B |
| Encoder operating voltage | 5 V DC/max. 0.5 A (generated from the 24 V DC power contacts) |
| Ex marking | ATEX: II 3 G Ex ec IIC T4 Gc IECEx: Ex ec IIC T4 Gc |
| Nominal Voltage | 24 V DC (-15%/+20%) |
| Number Of Channels | 1 |
| Operating Temperature | -25…+60°C |
| Pluggable wiring level | for all ESxxxx terminals |
| Protect. rating/installation pos. | IP20/variable |
| Quadrature decoder | 4-fold evaluation |
| Relative Humidity | 95%, no condensation |
| Resolution | 1/256 bit microincrements |
| Special Features | wire breakage detection, latch and gate function, period duration and frequency measurement, microincrements, timestamping of edges, filters |
| Storage Temperature | -40…+85°C |
| Technology | incremental encoder interface, differential (RS422), single-ended (TTL), counter, pulse generator |
| Vibration/shock resistance | conforms to EN 60068-2-6/EN 60068-2-27 |
| Weight | approx. 100 g |
Product details
| Manufacturer | Beckhoff |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer part number | EL5101 |
| Product category | Fieldbus Modules & Gateways |
| Published specifications | 25 attributes listed |
| Related part numbers | 12 other part numbers in this family |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does EL5101 cost?
EL5101 is available for direct purchase at CA$818.68 (CAD), shown on this page with an Add to Cart button. Larger quantities or custom terms — email orderdesk@kkmsolutions.com for a volume quote.
Who manufactures the EL5101?
EL5101 is made by Beckhoff and is listed in our Fieldbus Modules & Gateways category. KKM Solutions is an independent distributor, not an authorized Beckhoff dealer: we source the exact Beckhoff part number EL5101, and the quote confirms condition and lead time before you order.
Is the EL5101 new and genuine?
Parts we supply are new and genuine unless the quote expressly states otherwise. Where a part is new-old-stock, from excess inventory, refurbished or open-box, the quote says so before you approve it.
What warranty comes with the EL5101, and can I return it?
Parts we supply are warranted against manufacturing defects for 1 year from the date of delivery; where the manufacturer's own warranty is longer, the manufacturer's warranty applies. The warranty covers repair, replacement, or credit of the defective part and does not cover normal wear items, misapplication, improper installation, or consequential damages. Contact us within 30 days of delivery before returning anything — all returns need a return authorization from the order desk.
What is the lifecycle status of EL5101?
No published lifecycle status is on file for EL5101. Beckhoff lists whether a catalog number is current, superseded or end-of-life on its own product page, and our order desk confirms the status with the manufacturer at quote time, before you commit. Send the part number through the quote form on this page.
What are the key specifications of EL5101?
Key specifications include Additional inputs: status input 5 V DC, gate/latch input 24 V DC; Approvals/markings: CE, CCC, UL, ATEX, IECEx; Counter: 1 x 16/32 bit switchable; Current consumption E-bus: typ. 130 mA. The full specification table on this page lists every published attribute for this part.
What voltage does EL5101 use?
Per the published specification for EL5101: Encoder operating voltage: 5 V DC/max. 0.5 A (generated from the 24 V DC power contacts); Nominal Voltage: 24 V DC (-15%/+20%). Confirm against the full specification table on this page, or ask our order desk to verify it with the manufacturer at quote time.
What operating temperature is EL5101 rated for?
Per the published specification for EL5101: Operating Temperature: -25…+60°C. Confirm against the full specification table on this page, or ask our order desk to verify it with the manufacturer at quote time.
How much does EL5101 weigh?
Per the published specification for EL5101: Weight: approx. 100 g. Confirm against the full specification table on this page, or ask our order desk to verify it with the manufacturer at quote time.
How quickly can EL5101 ship?
Lead time for EL5101 is quoted per order and confirmed on your quote, which our order desk sends within 1 business day. For a line-down emergency, call the 24/7 order desk at (825) 454-5367.
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