Technical data

Encoder

EL5101-0011

Technology

Incremental encoder interface, differential (RS422)

Additional inputs

-

Encoder connection

A, ¬A, B, ¬B, C, ¬C (RS422 differential inputs)

Encoder operating voltage

5 V DC (-5% to +10%)
(generated from the 24 V DC power contacts)

Sensor output current

0.5 A

Counter

32 bit

Zero pulse latch

-

Limit frequency

5 MHz
(equals 20 million increments with 4-fold evaluation)

Quadrature decoder

4-fold evaluation

Function and communication

EL5101-0011

Distributed clocks

yes

Oversampling factor

n = 1…100 selectable

Cycle time

min. 500 µs

Conversion time

10 µs/100 ksps

Wire break detection to encoder

yes

Bit width in process image

up to 6 bytes outputs, 22 bytes inputs, depends on parameterization

Configuration

via TwinCAT System Manager (see the EtherCAT system manual, chapter “EtherCAT subscriber configuration”)

Special features

  • oversampling
  • wire break detection
  • set counter

Supply and potentials

EL5101-0011

Current consumption from the E‑bus

typ. 130 mA

Current consumption from the
power contacts

0.1 A (excluding sensor load current)

Electrical isolation

500 V (E-bus/field voltage)

Environmental conditions

EL5101-0011

Approved ambient temperature range during operation

-25°C…+60°C

Approved ambient temperature range during storage

-40°C…+85°C

Approved relative air humidity

95%, no condensation

General data

EL5101-0011

Weight

approx. 100 g

Dimensions (W x H x D)

approx. 27 mm x 100 mm x 70 mm (width aligned: 24 mm)

Mounting

on 35 mm mounting rail conforms to EN 60715

Installation position

variable

Standards and approvals

EL5101-0011

Enhanced mechanical load capacity

yes, see also Installation instructions for terminals with increased mechanical load capacity

Vibration/shock resistance

according to EN 60068-2-6/EN 60068-2-27

EMC immunity/emission

conforms to EN 61000-6-2 / EN 61000-6-4

Protection rating

IP20

Approvals/markings*

CE, EAC, UKCA, CCC, cULus
ATEX, IECEx

*) Real applicable approvals/markings see type plate on the side (product marking).

Ex markings

Standard

Marking

ATEX

II 3 G Ex ec IIC T4 Gc

IECEx

Ex ec IIC T4 Gc