1.2.1Delivery state ..................................................................................................................... 6
1.2.2Operator's obligation to exercise diligence ........................................................................ 6
1.2.3Description of instructions.................................................................................................. 7
1.3Documentation issue status ..............................................................................................................7
1.4Version history of the TwinSAFE product..........................................................................................7
2 System description ...................................................................................................................................8
2.1The Beckhoff EtherCAT Terminal system .........................................................................................8
2.1.1EtherCAT Bus Coupler ...................................................................................................... 9
4.7Service life .......................................................................................................................................48
This description is only intended for the use of trained specialists in control and automation engineering who
are familiar with the applicable national standards.
It is essential that the following notes and explanations are followed when installing and commissioning
these components.
The responsible staff must ensure that the application or use of the products described satisfy all the
requirements for safety, including all the relevant laws, regulations, guidelines and standards.
Origin of the document
This documentation was originally written in German. All other languages are derived from the German
original.
Currentness
Please check whether you are using the current and valid version of this document. The current version can
be downloaded from the Beckhoff homepage at http://www.beckhoff.com/english/download/twinsafe.htm.
In case of doubt, please contact Technical Support [}52].
Product features
Only the product features specified in the current user documentation are valid. Further information given on
the product pages of the Beckhoff homepage, in emails or in other publications is not authoritative.
Disclaimer
The documentation has been prepared with care. The products described are subject to cyclical revision. For
that reason the documentation is not in every case checked for consistency with performance data,
standards or other characteristics. We reserve the right to revise and change the documentation at any time
and without prior announcement. No claims for the modification of products that have already been supplied
may be made on the basis of the data, diagrams and descriptions in this documentation.
Trademarks
Beckhoff®, TwinCAT®, EtherCAT®, EtherCATG®, EtherCATG10®, EtherCATP®, SafetyoverEtherCAT®,
TwinSAFE®, XFC®, XTS® and XPlanar® are registered trademarks of and licensed by Beckhoff Automation
GmbH. Other designations used in this publication may be trademarks whose use by third parties for their
own purposes could violate the rights of the owners.
Patent Pending
The EtherCAT Technology is covered, including but not limited to the following patent applications and
patents: EP1590927, EP1789857, EP1456722, EP2137893, DE102015105702 with corresponding
applications or registrations in various other countries.
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Foreword
EtherCAT® and Safety over EtherCAT® are registered trademarks and patented technologies, licensed by
Beckhoff Automation GmbH, Germany.
In addition, the general delivery conditions of the company Beckhoff Automation GmbH & Co. KG apply.
1.2Safety instructions
1.2.1Delivery state
All the components are supplied in particular hardware and software configurations appropriate for the
application. Modifications to hardware or software configurations other than those described in the
documentation are not permitted, and nullify the liability of Beckhoff Automation GmbH & Co. KG.
1.2.2Operator's obligation to exercise diligence
The operator must ensure that
• the TwinSAFE products are only used as intended (see chapter Product description);
• the TwinSAFE products are only operated in sound condition and in working order.
• the TwinSAFE products are operated only by suitably qualified and authorized personnel.
• the personnel is instructed regularly about relevant occupational safety and environmental protection
aspects, and is familiar with the operating instructions and in particular the safety instructions contained
herein.
• the operating instructions are in good condition and complete, and always available for reference at the
location where the TwinSAFE products are used.
• none of the safety and warning notes attached to the TwinSAFE products are removed, and all notes
remain legible.
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1.2.3Description of instructions
In these operating instructions the following instructions are used.
These instructions must be read carefully and followed without fail!
DANGER
Serious risk of injury!
Failure to follow this safety instruction directly endangers the life and health of persons.
WARNING
Risk of injury!
Failure to follow this safety instruction endangers the life and health of persons.
CAUTION
Personal injuries!
Failure to follow this safety instruction can lead to injuries to persons.
NOTE
Damage to the environment/equipment or data loss
Failure to follow this instruction can lead to environmental damage, equipment damage or data loss.
Foreword
Tip or pointer
This symbol indicates information that contributes to better understanding.
1.3Documentation issue status
Version Comment
1.0.0• First release of the documentation
1.4Version history of the TwinSAFE product
This version history lists the software and hardware version numbers. A description of the changes
compared to the previous version is also given.
Updated hardware and software
TwinSAFE products are subject to a cyclical revision. We reserve the right to revise and change the
TwinSAFE products at any time and without prior notice.
No claims for changes to products already delivered can be asserted from these hardware and/or
software changes.
A description of how a firmware (software) update can be performed can be found in chapter Firmwareupdate of TwinSAFE products [}49].
DateSoftware ver-
sion
24.07.201901(V01.04)00First release of the EL2912
EL29127Version: 1.0.0
Hardware
version
Modifications
System description
2System description
2.1The Beckhoff EtherCAT Terminal system
The Beckhoff EtherCAT Terminal system is used for decentralized connection of sensors and actuators to a
controller. The components of the Beckhoff EtherCAT Terminal system are mainly used in industrial
automation and building management systems. As a minimum, a bus station consists of an EtherCAT
Coupler and connected EtherCAT Terminals. The EtherCAT Coupler forms the communication interface to
the higher-level controller, while the EtherCAT Terminals form the interface to the sensors and actuators.
The whole bus station is clipped onto a 35mm DIN mounting rail (EN 60715). The mechanical link of the bus
station is established with a slot and key system on EtherCAT Couplers and EtherCAT Terminals.
The sensors and actuators are connected with the terminals via the screwless (spring-loaded) connection
system.
Fig.1: Slot and key system and screwless (spring-loaded) connection system
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2.1.1EtherCAT Bus Coupler
Mechanical dataBus Coupler
Materialpolycarbonate, polyamide (PA6.6).
Dimensions (W x H x D)44mm x 100mm x 68mm
Mountingon 35 mm mounting rail (EN60715) with locking
Attachable bydouble slot and key connection
System description
Fig.2: Bus Coupler (EtherCAT)
Connection technologyBus Coupler
WiringSpring-loaded system
Connection cross-section0.08mm² ... 2.5mm², stranded wire, solid wire
Fieldbus connectionEtherCAT
Power contacts3 spring contacts
Current load10A
Nominal voltage24V
DC
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System description
2.1.2EtherCAT Terminals
Mechanical dataBus Terminal
Materialpolycarbonate, polyamide (PA6.6).
Dimensions (W x H x D)12mm x 100mm x 68mm or 24mm x 100mm x 68mm
Mountingon 35 mm mounting rail (EN60715) with locking
Attachable bydouble slot and key connection
Fig.3: Overview of EtherCAT Terminals
Connection technologyBus Terminal
WiringSpring-loaded system
Connection cross-sectiontypically 0.08mm² – 2.5mm², stranded wire, solid wire
CommunicationE-bus
Power contactsUp to 3 blade/spring contacts
Current load10A
Nominal voltageDepending on terminal type (typically 24 VDC)
2.1.3E-bus
The E-bus is the data path within a terminal strip. The E-bus is led through from the Bus Coupler through all
the terminals via six contacts on the terminals' side walls.
2.1.4Power contacts
The operating voltage is passed on to following terminals via three power contacts. Terminal strip can be
split into galvanically isolated groups by means of potential supply terminals as required. The supply
terminals play no part in the control of the terminals, and can be inserted at any locations within the terminal
strip.
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System description
2.2TwinSAFE
2.2.1The I/O construction kit is extended safely
The integrated TwinSAFE safety solution is the logical continuation of the open, PC-based Beckhoff control
philosophy. Due to their modularity and versatility, the TwinSAFE components fit seamlessly into the
Beckhoff control system. The I/O components are available in the formats Bus Terminal, EtherCAT Terminal,
EtherCAT plug-in module and EtherCAT Box.
Thanks to the fieldbus-neutral safety protocol (TwinSAFE/Safety-over-EtherCAT), TwinSAFE devices can be
integrated into any fieldbus system. They are integrated into existing networks with K-bus or EtherCAT and
can be used directly in the machine as IP67 modules. These safety I/Os form the interfaces to the safetyrelevant sensors and actuators.
The possibility to transmit the safety-relevant signals over a standard bus system gives rise to substantial
advantages in terms of planning, installation, operation, maintenance, diagnostics and costs.
The safety application is configured or programmed respectively in the TwinCAT software. This application is
then transferred via the bus to a TwinSAFE logic component. These form the heart of the TwinSAFE system.
All safety devices in the system communicate with this logic component. Due to the enormous flexibility of
the system, several TwinSAFE logic components can also be operated simultaneously in a network.
2.2.2Safety concept
TwinSAFE: Safety and I/O technology in one system
• Extension of the familiar Beckhoff I/O system with TwinSAFE Terminals
• Freely selectable mix of safe and standard signals
• Logic link of the I/Os in the TwinSAFE logic component, e.g. EL6910
• Safety-relevant networking of machines via bus systems
TwinSAFE protocol (FSoE / Safety-over-EtherCAT)
• Transfer of safety-relevant data via any media (“genuine black channel”)
• TwinSAFE communication via fieldbus systems such as EtherCAT, Lightbus, PROFIBUS or Ethernet
• IEC 61508:2010 SIL 3 compliant
TwinCAT software and TwinSAFE editor
• Safety application is configured or programmed in the TwinCAT software
• Certified function blocks such as emergency stop, operation mode, etc.
• simple handling
• Transfer of the application via the bus to the TwinSAFE logic component
TwinSAFE logic component, e.g. EL6910
• Processing of the safety-related application and communication with the TwinSAFE terminals
• No safety requirements for higher-level control system
• TwinSAFE enables a network with up to 65,535 TwinSAFE components.
• TwinSAFE logic component can establish up to 512 connections (TwinSAFE connections).
• Several TwinSAFE logic components can be operated in a network
• Suitable for applications up to SIL 3 according to IEC 61508:2010 and category 4 / PL e according to
ENISO13849-1:2015.
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System description
TwinSAFE I/O components
• The TwinSAFE I/O components are available in the formats Bus Terminal, EtherCAT Terminal,
EtherCAT plug-in module, EtherCAT Box and TwinSAFE Drive option card
• All common safety sensors and actuators can be connected
• Operation with a TwinSAFE logic component
• Typically meet the requirements of IEC 61508:2010 up to SIL 3 and ENISO13849-1:2015 up to
Category 4, PLe. More detailed information can be found in the respective user documentation
2.2.3The fail-safe principle (Fail Stop)
The basic rule for a safety system such as TwinSAFE is that failure of a part, a system component or the
overall system must never lead to a dangerous condition.
CAUTION
Safe state!
The safe state of the TwinSAFE system is always the switched-off and de-energized state.
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Product description
3Product description
3.1EL2912 - TwinSAFE terminal with two fail-safe outputs
The EL2912 is a safe output terminal with two fail-safe outputs, each with 2A (24VDC).
The EL2912 meets the requirements of the following standards:
• EN61508:2010(SIL 3)
• EN62061:2005/A2:2015(SILCL3)
• ENISO13849-1:2015(Cat.4,PLe).
The TwinSAFE terminal has the typical design of a 12mm EtherCAT Terminal. The outputs use the voltage
of the power contacts. In addition, the voltage of the power contacts is applied to terminal points 2/6 and 3/7.
The terminal points GND1, GND2 and GND UP (terminal points 3/7) are directly connected internally.
Fig.4: EL2912 - TwinSAFE terminal with two fail-safe outputs
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Product description
3.2Intended use
WARNING
Caution - Risk of injury!
TwinSAFE components may only be used for the purposes described below!
The TwinSAFE Terminals expand the application area of Beckhoff Bus Terminal system with functions that
enable them to be used for machine safety applications. The TwinSAFE Terminals are designed for machine
safety functions and directly associated industrial automation tasks. They are therefore only approved for
applications with a defined fail-safe state. This safe state is the switched-off and de-energized state. Failsafety according to the relevant standards is required.
The TwinSAFE I/O components allow the connection of:
• 24VDC sensors such as
emergency stop push-buttons, rope pull switches, position switches, two-hand switches, safety
switching mats, light curtains, light barriers, laser scanners, etc.
• 24VDC actuators such as
contactors, protective door switches with tumbler, signal lamps, servo drives, etc.
Test pulses
When selecting actuators please ensure that the test pulses of the TwinSAFE component do not
lead to switching of the actuator or a diagnostic message of the TwinSAFE component.
The following TwinSAFE components were developed for these tasks:
• The EL1904 is an EtherCAT Terminal with 4 digital fail-safe inputs
• The EL2904 is an EtherCAT Terminal with 4 digital fail-safe outputs
• The EL6910 is an EtherCAT Terminal with integrated TwinSAFE logic
These TwinSAFE components are suitable for operation on the
• Beckhoff EKxxxx series Bus Couplers
• Beckhoff CXxxxx series Embedded PCs with E-bus connection
WARNING
System limits
The TÜV SÜD certificate applies to this TwinSAFE component, the function blocks available in it, the documentation and the engineering tool. TwinCAT 3.1 and the TwinSAFE Loader are permitted as engineering
tools. Any deviations from these procedures or tools, particularly externally generated xml files for TwinSAFE import or externally generated automatic project creation procedures, are not covered by the certificate.
WARNING
Power supply from SELV/PELV power supply unit!
The TwinSAFE components must be supplied with 24VDC by an SELV/PELV power supply unit with an output voltage limit U
of 36VDC. Failure to observe this can result in a loss of safety.
max
WARNING
Commissioning test
Before the EL2912 can be used for safety-related tasks, a commissioning test must be carried out by the
user so that faulty sensor wiring can be ruled out.
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Product description
CAUTION
Follow the machinery directive!
The TwinSAFE components may only be used in machines as defined in the machinery directive.
CAUTION
Ensure traceability!
The buyer has to ensure the traceability of the device via the serial number.
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Product description
3.3Technical data
Product designationEL2912
Number of outputs2
Status display4 (one green and one red LED for each output)
Fault response time≤ watchdog times
Output current per channelmax. 2A (at 24VDC)
ActuatorsWhen selecting actuators please ensure that the EL2912 test
Cable length between actuator and terminalunshielded max. 100m
Wire cross-sectionmin. 0.75mm
Input process image6bytes
Output process image6bytes
Supply voltage of the EL2912 (SELV/PELV)24VDC (–15%/+20%)
Current consumption via E-busapprox. 200mA
Power dissipation of the terminaltypically 1.7W
Electrical isolation (between the channels)no
Electrical isolation (between the channels and the E-bus)yes
Insulation voltage (between the channels and the E-bus, under com-
mon operating conditions)
Dimensions (WxHxD)12 mm x 100 mm x 68 mm
Weightapprox.55g
Permissible ambient temperature (operation)
Permissible ambient temperature (transport/storage)-40°C to +85°C
Permissible air humidity5% to 95%, non-condensing
Permissible air pressure (operation/storage/transport)750hPa to 1100hPa
Climate category according to EN60721-3-33K3
Permissible level of contamination
according to EN 60664-1
Inadmissible operating conditionsTwinSAFE Terminals must not be used under the following oper-
EMC immunity/emissionconforms to EN61000-6-2/ EN61000-6-4 (EMC ZoneB)
Vibration resistanceconforms to EN60068-2-6
Shock resistanceconforms to EN60068-2-27
Protection classIP20
Permitted operating environmentIn the control cabinet or terminal box, with minimum protection
Correct installation position
ApprovalsCE, TÜV SÜD
pulses do not lead to actuator switching.
shielded max. 100m
(A 10A fuse should be provided for the potential group)
Insulation tested with 500V
-25°C to +55°C (note chapter Temperature measurement[}23])
(this corresponds to an altitude of approx. -690m to 2450m
above sea level, assuming an international standard atmosphere)
(the deviation from 3K3 is possible only with optimal environmental conditions and also applies only to the technical data which
are specified differently in this documentation)
level of contamination 2
(note chapter Maintenance [}47])
ating conditions:
• under the influence of ionizing radiation (exceeding the
• in corrosive environments
• in an environment that leads to unacceptable soiling of
5 Hz ≤ f < 8.4 Hz (3.5 mm peak)
8.4 Hz ≤ f < 150 Hz (10 m/s2 peak)
15g with pulse duration 11ms in all three axes
class IP54 according to IEC60529
see chapter Installation position and minimum distances [}22]
2
DC
natural background radiation)
the Bus Terminal
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Product description
Derating table for altitudes above 2000m
The derating table (table 8) from the IEC61131-2:2017 standard can be referred to for the use of the
TwinSAFE components above the specified maximum altitude.
Altitude in mDerating factor for the temperature
0 to 2000
2
1.0
1
30000.9
40000.8
50000.7
Note: Linear interpolation is permissible between the altitudes
1)
Ambient temperature of the device at an altitude of 2000m
2)
The air pressure and air density increase as the altitude decreases. Therefore the derating factor for 0 to
2000 m (1.0) is used for altitudes below sea level.
Calculation example
In the following example the calculation is performed for a TwinSAFE component at an operating altitude of
4000m.
Permissible ambient temperature up to 2000 m above sea level = 55°C
Permissible ambient temperature up to 4000m above sea level = 55°C * 0.8 = 44°C
CAUTION
Compliance with the temperature limits
The TwinSAFE component has a maximum internal temperature at which a switch-off takes place. This is
designed for the maximum permissible ambient temperature. If the derating factor for the temperature for
higher altitudes is used, the user is solely responsible for ensuring that the calculated maximum ambient
temperature is complied with.
high
DChigh
Performance levelPL e
Category4
HFT1
Element classification
1)
No special proof tests are required during the entire service life of the EL2912.
2)
Classification according to IEC 61508-2:2010 (chapter 7.4.4.1.2 and 7.4.4.1.3)
2
Type B
1
The EL2912 EtherCAT Terminal can be used for safety-related applications within the meaning of
EN61508:2010 up to SIL3 and ENISO13849-1:2015 up to PL e (Cat4).
Further information on calculating or estimating the MTTFD value from the PFHD value can be found in the
TwinSAFE Application Guide or in ENISO13849-1:2015, TableK.1.
In terms of safety-related parameters, the Safety-over-EtherCAT communication is already considered with
1% of SIL3 according to the protocol specification.
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