Beckhoff EL2878-0005

EtherCAT Terminal, 8-channel digital output, 24 V DC, 0.5 A, flat-ribbon cable, with diagnostics

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EL2878-0005
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What is the Beckhoff EL2878-0005?

The EL2878-0005 digital output terminal offers a very compact design with its eight channels. A 20-pin contact strip enables the secure connection of plug connectors using insulation displacement contact, as is usual for ribbon cables and special round

Specifications

Specifications

Connection technologyflat-ribbon cable
Number of outputs8
Nominal voltage24 V DC (-15%/+20%)
Rated currentmax. 1 A per connection pin
Load typeohmic, inductive, lamp load
Distributed clocks–
Max. output current0.5 A (short-circuit proof) per channel
Short-circuit currenttyp. 2 A
Reverse voltage protectionyes
Breaking energy150 mJ/channel
Switching timestyp. TON: 60 µs, typ. TOFF: 300 µs
Current consumption E-bustyp. 100 mA
Current consumption power contactstyp. 20 mA + load from the 24 V supply (no power contacts)
Electrical isolation500 V (E-bus/field potential)
Special featuresdiagnostics of supply voltage
Weightapprox. 55 g
Operating temperature-25…+55°C
Storage temperature-40…+85°C
Relative humidity95%, no condensation
Vibration/shock resistanceconforms to EN 60068-2-6/EN 60068-2-27
EMC immunity/emissionconforms to EN 61000-6-2/EN 61000-6-4
Protect. rating/installation pos.IP20/variable
Approvals/markingsCE, UL
Design formcompact terminal housing with signal LEDs
Materialpolycarbonate
Installationon 35 mm DIN rail, conforming to EN 60715 with lock
Side by side mounting by means ofdouble slot and key connection
Markinglabeling of the BZxxxx series
Wiringflat-ribbon cable connection
Connection cross-sectioncommon flat-ribbon cables, AWG28, spacing 1.27 mm
Connection cross-section AWGAWG28
Stripping length–
Dimensions (W x H x D)12 mm x 100 mm x 73 mm

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Is express delivery available?

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