Home / Beckhoff / KL5xxx | Position measurement / Beckhoff KL5001

Beckhoff KL5001

Bus Terminal, 1-channel encoder interface, SSI

MPN: KL5001
Category: KL5xxx | Position measurement

Price and lead time confirmed within 1 business day

Request a Quote

12-month warranty (new) · 3-month (used/refurbished)
30-day returns, no restocking fee on unused parts
Ships via

What is the Beckhoff KL5001?

The KL5001 Bus Terminal is an SSI master and enables the direct connection of an absolute encoder with SSI (synchronous serial interface). Both singleturn and multiturn encoders are supported. The 24 V supply of the encoder can be provided directly via

Specifications

Technology	SSI encoder interface
Number of channels	1 encoder interface
Encoder connection	binary input: D+, D-, binary output: Cl+, Cl-
Power supply	24 V DC via power contacts
Current consumption	typ. 20 mA without encoder
Current consumption power contacts	typ. 20 mA + load
Encoder supply	24 V DC via power contacts
Data transfer rates	variable up to 1 MHz, 250 kHz default
Serial input	24 bit width (variable)
Data direction	read
Signal output	difference signal (RS422)
Signal input	difference signal (RS422)
Electrical isolation	500 V (K-bus/field potential)
Current consumption K-bus	typ. 25 mA
Bit width in the process image	input: 1 x 32 bit data (1 x 8 bit control/status optional)
Weight	approx. 60 g
Operating temperature	-25…+60°C
Storage temperature	-40…+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
Pluggable wiring	for all KSxxxx Bus Terminals
Approvals/markings	CE, CCC, UL, ATEX, IECEx
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

KL5001: frequently asked questions

When can KL5001 be shipped?

KL5001 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 KL5001 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 KL5001 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 KL5001, subject to availability and destination.