EK1501 BECKHOFF EtherCAT Coupler with Multi-Mode Fiber Optic Interface for Industrial Automation Systems
The BECKHOFF EK1501 is a high-performance EtherCAT coupler with multi-mode fiber optic connection, designed for connecting EtherCAT fieldbus protocol with EtherCAT terminal modules. This industrial coupler converts transmitted messages from 100BASE-FX Ethernet to E-bus signals, enabling reliable communication in demanding industrial automation environments.
The EK1501 coupler features two SC duplex interfaces for multi-mode fiber optic connections, supporting station distances up to 2000 meters (100BASE-FX). With approximately 1µs latency and 100 Mbit/s data transfer rate, it ensures real-time performance for industrial control systems. The coupler supports up to 65,534 EtherCAT terminal modules with a maximum of 4.2 GB addressable I/O points and 4096 configurable ID numbers.
Equipped with an ID switch for easy configuration, the EK1501 is widely used in manufacturing automation, process control systems, distributed I/O applications, and industrial machine control. Its robust construction and fiber optic interface make it ideal for environments requiring long-distance communication, electrical isolation, and immunity to electromagnetic interference.
Product Overview: Beckhoff EK1501
| Product Name |
BECKHOFF EK1501 EtherCAT Coupler with Multi-Mode Fiber Optic |
| Brand |
BECKHOFF |
| Model |
EK1501 |
| Product Type |
EtherCAT Coupler Module |
| Latency |
Approximately 1 µs |
| Configurable IDs |
4096 |
| Application |
Industrial Automation Systems |
| Condition |
Brand New / Tested Used |
| Country of Origin |
Germany |
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FAQ
Q1: What is BECKHOFF EK1501 used for?
A: It is an EtherCAT coupler with multi-mode fiber optic interface used to connect EtherCAT terminal modules in industrial automation systems.
Q2: What is the maximum distance supported by EK1501?
A: The EK1501 supports station distances up to 2000 meters using 100BASE-FX fiber optic connection.
Q3: How many terminal modules can EK1501 support?
A: It can support up to 65,534 EtherCAT terminal modules with 4.2 GB addressable I/O points.
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