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Beckhoff EL5042
EtherCAT Terminal, 2-channel encoder interface, BiSS® C
- MPN
- EL5042
- Category
- EL5xxx | Position measurement
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What is the Beckhoff EL5042?
The EL5042 EtherCAT Terminals is a BiSS® C master and enables the direct connection of an absolute encoder with BiSS® C or SSI interface. Both singleturn and multiturn encoders are supported. The EL5042 also provides an encoder supply of 5 V or
Specifications
Specifications
| Technology | BiSS® C interface, unidirectional |
| Number of channels | 2 |
| Encoder connection | D+, D-, C+, C- |
| Encoder operating voltage | optionally 5 V DC or 9 V DC, 0.5 A total current (generated from the 24 V DC power contacts) |
| Supply voltage electronics | 24 V DC (via power contacts) |
| Commands | – |
| Distributed clocks | yes |
| Resolution | max. 64 bit position, 2 bit status, 8 bit CRC |
| Data transfer rates | up to 10 MHz, variable |
| Current consumption power contacts | typ. 150 mA + load |
| Current consumption E-bus | typ. 120 mA |
| Electrical isolation | 500 V (E-bus/field potential) |
| Special features | adjustable baud rate, data length, two status bits (error and warning) can be evaluated separately |
| Weight | approx. 50 g |
| Operating temperature | 0…55°C |
| Storage temperature | -25…+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/variable |
| Approvals/markings | CE, UL |
| Design form | HD (High Density) 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 conductors (s): direct plug-in technique; fine-stranded conductors (st) and ferrule (f): spring actuation by screwdriver |
| Connection cross-section | s*: 0.08…1.5 mm², st*: 0.25…1.5 mm², f*: 0.14…0.75 mm² |
| Connection cross-section AWG | s*: AWG28…16, st*: AWG22…16, f*: AWG26…19 |
| 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 |
EL5042: frequently asked questions
When can EL5042 be shipped?
EL5042 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 EL5042 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 EL5042 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 EL5042, subject to availability and destination.
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