
Beckhoff EL2068
EtherCAT Terminal, 8-channel digital output, 24 V DC, 0.5 A, with channel diagnostics
- MPN
- EL2068
- Category
- EL2xxx | Digital output
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What is the Beckhoff EL2068?
The EL2068 digital output terminal connects the binary control signals of the automation device to the actuators at process level with electrical isolation. This EtherCAT Terminal contains eight channels, which display their signal status by means of
Specifications
Specifications
| Connection technology | 1-wire |
| Number of outputs | 8 |
| Nominal voltage | 24 V DC (-15%/+20%) |
| Load type | ohmic, inductive, lamp load |
| Distributed clocks | – |
| Max. output current | 0.5 A (short-circuit proof) per channel |
| Output stage | push (high-side switch) |
| Short-circuit current | typ. 1.5 A |
| Reverse voltage protection | yes |
| Breaking energy | 150 mJ/channel |
| Switching times | typ. TON: 60 µs, typ. TOFF: 300 µs |
| Current consumption E-bus | typ. 60 mA |
| Current consumption power contacts | typ. 25 mA + load |
| Bit width in the process image | 8 bit output, 8 bit diagnostics |
| Configuration | via TwinCAT System Manager |
| Electrical isolation | 500 V (E-bus/field potential) |
| Special features | diagnostics via process data and LED: Overload (channel-by-channel) |
| Weight | approx. 50 g |
| Operating temperature | -25…+60°C |
| Storage temperature | -40…+85°C |
| Relative humidity | 95%, no condensation |
| 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 |
| Protect. rating/installation pos. | IP20/see documentation |
| Pluggable wiring | for all ESxxxx terminals |
| Approvals/markings | CE, UL |
| 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) | 12 mm x 100 mm x 68 mm |
EL2068: frequently asked questions
When can EL2068 be shipped?
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Can I pick up EL2068 in person?
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Is express delivery available?
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