EtherCAT Coupler, media converter (multi-mode fiber optic, RJ45 OUT) with ID switch
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Quick facts
| Availability | Confirmed on request |
| Category | EK1xxx, BK1xx0 | EtherCAT Coupler |
| Lifecycle | active |
| Warranty | 12-month (new) · 3-month (used/refurbished) |
Shipping & availability
When can EK1501-0100 be shipped?
EK1501-0100 is sourced on request — request a quote and we'll confirm the exact availability and shipping timeline for this specific unit.
Can I pick up EK1501-0100 in person?
Local pickup from our Groningen, Netherlands warehouse may be possible — contact us before ordering to check availability and arrange a collection time.
Is express delivery available?
Yes — mention it when you request a quote for EK1501-0100 and we'll include express shipping options in our reply.
My factory is down and I need this urgently — can you help?
For a critical breakdown, contact us directly at +31 (0)50-7110348 or sales@partnerplc.com — we can look into same-day courier or dedicated taxi/hotshot delivery for EK1501-0100, subject to availability and destination.
The EK1501-0100 EtherCAT Coupler is the link between the EtherCAT protocol at fieldbus level and the EtherCAT Terminals. The coupler converts the passing telegrams from Ethernet 100BASE-FX to E-bus signal representation. A station consists of a coupler
Specifications
Specifications
| Task within EtherCAT system | media transition from multi-mode fiber optic to RJ45 copper physics and coupling of EtherCAT Terminals (ELxxxx) |
| Data transfer medium | multi-mode glass fiber 50/125 µm; Ethernet/EtherCAT cable (min. Cat.5), shielded |
| Distance between stations | max. 2000 m (100BASE-FX); max. 100 m (100BASE-TX) |
| Number of EtherCAT Terminals | up to 65,534 |
| Type/number of peripheral signals | max. 4.2 GB addressable I/O points |
| Number of configurable IDs | 4096 |
| Protocol | EtherCAT |
| Delay | approx. 1 µs |
| Data transfer rates | 100 Mbit/s |
| Bus interface | 1 x SC Duplex; 1 x RJ45 |
| Power supply | 24 V DC (-15%/+20%) |
| Current consumption from US | 130 mA + (∑ E-bus current/4) |
| Current consumption from UP | load |
| Current supply E-bus | 2000 mA |
| Power contacts | max. 24 V DC/max. 10 A |
| Electrical isolation | 500 V (power contact/supply voltage/Ethernet) |
| Weight | approx. 190 g |
| Operating temperature | -25…+60°C |
| Storage temperature | -40…+85°C |
| EMC immunity/emission | conforms to EN 61000-6-2/EN 61000-6-4 |
| Relative humidity | 95%, no condensation |
| Vibration/shock resistance | conforms to EN 60068-2-6/EN 60068-2-27 |
| Protect. rating/installation pos. | IP20/variable |
| Approvals/markings | CE, CCC, UL, ATEX, IECEx |
| Ex marking | ATEX: II 3 G Ex ec IIC T4 Gc IECEx: Ex ec IIC T4 Gc |
| Design form | compact terminal housing with signal LEDs |
| Material | polycarbonate |
| Installation | on 35 mm DIN rail, conforming to EN 60715 with lock |
| Side by side mounting by means of | double slot and key connection |
| Marking | labeling of the BZxxxx series |
| Wiring | solid conductor (s), flexible conductor (st) and ferrule (f): spring actuation by screwdriver |
| Connection cross-section | s*: 0.08…2.5 mm², st*: 0.08…2.5 mm², f*: 0.14…1.5 mm² |
| Connection cross-section AWG | s*: AWG28…14, st*: AWG28…14, f*: AWG26…16 |
| Stripping length | 8…9 mm |
| Current load power contacts | Imax: 10 A |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 51 mm x 100 mm x 69 mm |



