EL3742 analog input terminal 0-20 mA beckhoff module
The EL3742 by Beckhoff is an EtherCAT Terminal that provides analog input capabilities, specifically designed to handle 0 to 20 mA signals. Below are the detailed specifications and features of the EL3742 module:
Key Features
- Analog Inputs:
- Number of channels: 2
- Input signal range: 0 to 20 mA
- Resolution: 24-bit
- Input type: Single-ended
- Conversion Time:
- Approximately 1 ms per channel
- Accuracy:
- Measurement error: typically ±0.1% of the full scale value
- Electrical Isolation:
- Isolation between the field side and the logic side
- Isolation voltage: 500 V (IEC 60950)
- Diagnostics:
- Overload detection
- Broken wire detection
- Power Consumption:
- Current consumption from the E-bus: typically 140 mA
- External supply voltage: 24 V DC (via power contacts)
- Interface:
- EtherCAT protocol for real-time data acquisition and communication
- Connection via standard EtherCAT connector
- Environmental Conditions:
- Operating Temperature: -25°C to +60°C
- Storage Temperature: -40°C to +85°C
- Relative Humidity: 95%, non-condensing
Application Areas
- Process monitoring and control
- Data acquisition systems
- Industrial automation
- Building automation
- Precision measurement applications
Additional Information
- Mounting: DIN rail mountable for straightforward installation in control cabinets.
- Durability: Engineered to operate reliably in demanding industrial environments.
Advantages
- High Precision: 24-bit resolution provides highly accurate measurements.
- Real-time Performance: EtherCAT protocol ensures fast and reliable data transfer.
- Robust Diagnostics: Built-in overload and broken wire detection enhance system reliability.
- Ease of Integration: Compact form factor and standard EtherCAT interface simplify system integration.
Installation and Configuration
For detailed instructions on installation, wiring, and configuration, you should refer to the user manual and datasheet provided by Beckhoff. These documents are typically available on Beckhoff’s official website or through authorized Beckhoff distributors.