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Beckhoff EL7342

EtherCAT Terminal, 2-channel motion interface, DC motor, 48 V DC, 3.5 A

MPN: EL7342
Category: EL/ELM7xxx | Compact drive technology

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What is the Beckhoff EL7342?

The EL7342 EtherCAT Terminal enables direct operation of two DC motors. It is galvanically isolated from the E-bus. The speed or position is specified by the automation device via a 16 bit value. Connection of an incremental encoder enables a simple

Specifications

Technology	compact drive technology
Connection method	direct motor connection
Number of inputs	1 x end position, 1 x encoder per channel
Load type	DC brush motor, inductive
Number of channels	2
Number of outputs	1 x DC motor per channel
Supply voltage electronics	24 V DC (via power contacts)
Supply voltage power	8…48 V DC (external)
Output current	max. 3.5 A per channel
Performance increase	yes, through ZB8610 fan cartridge
Output current with ZB8610	max. 6.5 A per channel
PWM clock frequency	32 kHz with 180° phase shift each
Duty factor	0…100% (voltage-controlled)
Resolution	max. 10 bit current, 16 bit speed
Encoder input signal	5…24 V DC, typ. 5 mA, single-ended
Input frequency	max. 400,000 increments/s (with 4-fold evaluation)
Current consumption power contacts	typ. 70 mA
Current consumption E-bus	typ. 140 mA
Distributed clocks	yes
Special features	travel distance control, encoder
Electrical isolation	500 V (E-bus/field potential)
Weight	approx. 90 g
Operating temperature	0…55°C
Storage temperature	-25…+85°C
Relative humidity	95%, no condensation
EMC immunity/emission	conforms to EN 61000-6-2/EN 61000-6-4
Vibration/shock resistance	conforms to EN 60068-2-6/EN 60068-2-27
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)	24 mm x 100 mm x 68 mm

EL7342: frequently asked questions

When can EL7342 be shipped?

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Can I pick up EL7342 in person?

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Is express delivery available?

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