
Beckhoff EL6900
EtherCAT Terminal communication interface, TwinSAFE Logic
- MPN
- EL6900
- Category
- EL6xxx | Communication
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What is the Beckhoff EL6900?
The EL6900 TwinSAFE component is a dedicated safety controller. It is used for the realization of safety-oriented applications on the basis of Boolean values. For this purpose, certified function blocks are available that enable the processing of safe
Specifications
Specifications
| Specification | link unit between safe input and output signals |
| Protocol | TwinSAFE/Safety over EtherCAT |
| Cycle time | approx. 500 µs/according to project size |
| Fault response time | ≤ watchdog time (parameterizable) |
| Current consumption power contacts | – |
| Current consumption E-bus | typ. 188 mA |
| Installation position | horizontal |
| Safety standard | DIN EN ISO 13849-1:2008 (Cat. 4, PL e) and EN 61508:2010 (SIL 3) |
| Weight | approx. 50 g |
| Protection rating | IP20 |
| 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) | 12 mm x 100 mm x 68 mm |
EL6900: frequently asked questions
When can EL6900 be shipped?
EL6900 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 EL6900 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 EL6900 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 EL6900, subject to availability and destination.
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