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Beckhoff EL5072

EtherCAT Terminal, 2-channel displacement sensor interface, inductive, LVDT, RVDT, half bridge

MPN: EL5072
Category: EL5xxx | Position measurement

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What is the Beckhoff EL5072?

The EL5072 EtherCAT Terminal is used for the direct connection of up to two inductive displacement sensors, which include measuring probes in LVDT and half bridge versions or inductive angle position sensors in RVDT version. The integrated excitation

Specifications

Technology	inductive sensor interface
Input connections	LVDT (ratiometric & differential), inductive half bridge, RVDT
Number of channels	2
Distributed clocks	yes, save timestamp for position value via digital input
Excitation voltage Uexc	0.5 Vrms to 7 Vrms (1.5 VPP to 20 VPP), joint source for both channels
Total excitation current	max. 50 mArms (140 mAPP)
Excitation frequency (sinus)	1 kHz up to 20 kHz, adjustable
Resolution	24 bit, 32 bit presentation
Measuring signal range USIG	max. 7 Vrms (automatic adjustment)
Conversion time	100 µs/10 ksps at max. 13 kHz
Current consumption power contacts	typ. 40 mA + load
Current consumption E-bus	typ. 200 mA
Electrical isolation	500 V (E-bus/field potential)
Special features	short circuit, overload and amplitude error detection per channel, digital input for setting and storing position value
Weight	approx. 60 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

EL5072: frequently asked questions

When can EL5072 be shipped?

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Can I pick up EL5072 in person?

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Is express delivery available?

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