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EP1518-00023Version: 2.2
Table of contents
EP1518-00024Version: 2.2
Foreword
1Foreword
1.1Notes on the documentation
Intended audience
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 documentation and the following notes and explanations are followed when installing
and commissioning these components.
It is the duty of the technical personnel to use the documentation published at the respective time of each
installation and commissioning.
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.
Disclaimer
The documentation has been prepared with care. The products described are, however, constantly under
development.
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.
EtherCAT® is registered trademark and patented technology, licensed by Beckhoff Automation GmbH,
Germany.
Please note the following safety instructions and explanations!
Product-specific safety instructions can be found on following pages or in the areas mounting, wiring,
commissioning etc.
Exclusion of liability
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.
Personnel qualification
This description is only intended for trained specialists in control, automation and drive engineering who are
familiar with the applicable national standards.
Description of instructions
In this documentation 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 environment/equipment or data loss
Failure to follow this instruction can lead to environmental damage, equipment damage or data loss.
Tip or pointer
This symbol indicates information that contributes to better understanding.
EP1518-00026Version: 2.2
1.3Documentation Issue Status
VersionComment
2.2• Front page updated
• Scope of supply added
• Structure update
2.1.0• Update Safety instructions
• Correction chapter Power cable
• Update chapter Mounting
2.0.0• Migration
• Basic function principles chapter corrected
1.1.0• Power Connection updated
1.0.0• First release
Firmware and hardware versions
This documentation refers to the firmware and hardware version that was applicable at the time the
documentation was written.
Foreword
The module features are continuously improved and developed further. Modules having earlier production
statuses cannot have the same properties as modules with the latest status. However, existing properties
are retained and are not changed, so that older modules can always be replaced with new ones.
Documentation
Version
2.20408
2.10406
2.0.00405
1.0.00200
The firmware and hardware version (delivery state) can be found in the batch number (D-number) printed on
the side of the EtherCAT Box.
Syntax of the batch number (D-number)
WWYYFFHH
WW - week of production (calendar week)
YY - year of production
FF - firmware version
HH - hardware version
Example with D no.: 55 09 01 00:
FirmwareHardware
55 - week of production 55
09 - year of production 2009
01 - firmware version 01
00 - hardware version 001
Further information on this topic: Version identification of EtherCAT devices [}56].
EP1518-00027Version: 2.2
EtherCAT Box - Introduction
2EtherCAT Box - Introduction
The EtherCAT system has been extended with EtherCAT Box modules with protection class IP67. Through
the integrated EtherCAT interface the modules can be connected directly to an EtherCAT network without an
additional Coupler Box. The high-performance of EtherCAT is thus maintained into each module.
The extremely low dimensions of only 126x30x26.5 mm (hxw xd) are identical to those of the Fieldbus
Box extension modules. They are thus particularly suitable for use where space is at a premium. The small
mass of the EtherCAT modules facilitates applications with mobile I/O interface (e.g. on a robot arm). The
EtherCAT connection is established via screened M8connectors.
Fig.1: EtherCAT Box Modules within an EtherCAT network
The robust design of the EtherCAT Box modules enables them to be used directly at the machine. Control
cabinets and terminal boxes are now no longer required. The modules are fully sealed and therefore ideally
prepared for wet, dirty or dusty conditions.
Pre-assembled cables significantly simplify EtherCAT and signal wiring. Very few wiring errors are made, so
that commissioning is optimized. In addition to pre-assembled EtherCAT, power and sensor cables, fieldconfigurable connectors and cables are available for maximum flexibility. Depending on the application, the
sensors and actuators are connected through M8 or M12connectors.
The EtherCAT modules cover the typical range of requirements for I/O signals with protection class IP67:
• digital inputs with different filters (3.0ms or 10μs)
• digital outputs with 0.5 or 2A output current
• analog inputs and outputs with 16bit resolution
• Thermocouple and RTD inputs
• Stepper motor modules
XFC (eXtreme Fast Control Technology) modules, including inputs with time stamp, are also available.
EP1518-00028Version: 2.2
Fig.2: EtherCAT Box with M8 connections for sensors/actuators
EtherCAT Box - Introduction
Fig.3: EtherCAT Box with M12 connections for sensors/actuators
Basic EtherCAT documentation
You will find a detailed description of the EtherCAT system in the Basic System Documentation for
EtherCAT, which is available for download from our website (www.beckhoff.com) under Downloads.
EtherCAT XML Device Description
You will find XML files (XML Device Description Files) for Beckhoff EtherCAT modules on our website (www.beckhoff.com) under Downloads, in the Configuration Files area.
EP1518-00029Version: 2.2
Product overview
3Product overview
3.1Introduction
Fig.4: EP1518-0002
8 digital inputs (24VDC), 2 counters
The EP1518-0002 EtherCAT Box with digital inputs acquires binary control signals from the process level
and transfers them, with electrical isolation, to the controller.
The signal state is indicated by means of light emitting diodes. Connection is via M12 connectors. The input
filters can be set between 0and 100ms via EtherCAT.
Inputs 0 and 4 can be used as up/down counters (32-bit). Inputs 1 and 5 operate as GATES and inputs 2
and 6 control Up/Down.
The EP1518 has three modes of operation that can be selected via the PDOs using the Sync-Manager:
• 2 digital inputs and 2 counters (delivery state)
• 5 digital inputs and 1 counter
• 8 digital inputs
All inputs continue to be shown in the process image even in the counter operation modes. Signal acquisition
takes place with the filter times set via CoE.
Irrespective of that, the counter pulses are always counted with a filter of 150µs. Further parameters can be
set via the CoE objects.
The sensors are supplied via the control voltage US in two groups of four sensors each. Any short circuits on
the sensor side are detected and reported to the controller.
The load voltage Up is not used in the input module, but may optionally be connected in order to be relayed
downstream.
Quick links
Technical data [}11]
Process image [}12]
Dimensions [}14]
Signal connection [}21]
EP1518-000210Version: 2.2
Product overview
3.2Technical data
Technical dataEP1518-0002
FieldbusEtherCAT
Fieldbus connection2 x M8 socket (green)
Number of inputs8, 2 of which can be used as 32-bit up/down counters
Input connections [}21]
Nominal input voltage24VDC (-15%/+20%)
Input filter (binary inputs)adjustable 10µs…100ms
Input filter (counter input)150µs
"0" signal voltage-3...+5V (EN61131-2, type3)
"1" signal voltage+11...+30V (EN61131-2, type3)
Input currenttypically 3mA (EN61131-2, type3)
Module electronic supplyderived from control voltage Us
Module electronic current consumptiontypically 120mA
Sensor supplyderived from control voltage Us
Sensor current consumptionmax. 0.5A per 4 sensors, short-circuit proof
Power supply connectionPower supply: 1 x M8 plug, 4-pole
Input process image8 bits data, 8 bits diagnostics, 48 bits counter
Output process image48 bits counter
Distributed clocksyes
Electrical isolation control voltage/fieldbus500V
Weightapprox. 165g
Permissible ambient temperature during
operation
M12
Onward connection: 1 x M8 socket, 4-pole
-25°C ... +60°C
0°C ... +55°C (conforms to cULus, see UL requirements[}23])
0°C ... +55°C (conforms to ATEX, see special conditions[}24])
Permissible ambient temperature during
storage
Vibration/ shock resistanceconforms to EN60068-2-6/ EN60068-2-27
EMC immunity/emissionconforms to EN61000-6-2/ EN61000-6-4
Protection classIP65, IP66, IP67 (conforms to EN 60529)
Installation positionvariable
Approvals
-40°C ... +85°C
CE, cULus [}23], ATEX [}24]
EP1518-000211Version: 2.2
Product overview
3.3Process image
The process image depends on the selected operation mode [}34].
Operation mode: 2 counters and 2 digital inputs (delivery state)
The input data of the 1st counter can be found under CNT
Input Channel1.
The adoption of the Set counter bit from CNT Output
Channel 1 is displayed with Set counter done.
The adoption of the Inhibit counter bit from CNT Output
Channel 1 is displayed with Counter inhibited.
Status of input UD shows the status of the Up/Down counter
input of the 1st counter.
Status of input clock shows the status of the input clock input
of the 1st counter.
Sync Error, TxPDO State and TxPDO Toggle are standard
EtherCAT process data.
The input data of the 2nd counter can be found under CNTInput Channel2. Their structure corresponds to that of the 1st
counter.
DIG Inputs shows the states of the individual inputs
irrespective of the selected operation mode.
Error channel 1 displays a short circuit of the supply voltage
Us to digital inputs 0 to 3.
Error channel 2 displays a short circuit of the supply voltage
Us to digital inputs 4 to 7.
The output data of the 1st counter can be found under CNTOutput Channel1.
The setting of Set counter activates the adoption of the SetCounter Value into the Counter Value of the 1st counter.
The setting of Inhibit Counter disables the 1st counter.
Alternatively the counter can be disabled or enabled by the
physical GATE input.
The two values are XORed.
The output data of the 2nd counter can be found under CNTOutput Channel1. Their structure corresponds to that of the
1st counter.
EP1518-000212Version: 2.2
Operation mode: 1 counter and 5 digital inputs
The input data of the 1st counter can be found under CNT
Input Channel1.
The adoption of the Set counter bit from CNT Output
Channel 1 is displayed with Set counter done.
The adoption of the Inhibit counter bit from CNT Output
Channel 1 is displayed with Counter inhibited.
Status of input UD shows the status of the Up/Down counter
input of the 1st counter.
Status of input clock shows the status of the input clock input
of the 1st counter.
Sync Error, TxPDO State and TxPDO Toggle are standard
EtherCAT process data.
DIG Inputs shows the states of the individual inputs
irrespective of the selected operation mode.
Error channel 1 displays a short circuit of the supply voltage
Us to digital inputs 0 to 3.
Error channel 2 displays a short circuit of the supply voltage
Us to digital inputs 4 to 7.
Product overview
Operation mode: 8 digital inputs
The output data of the 1st counter can be found under CNT
Output Channel1.
The setting of Set counter activates the adoption of the Set
Counter Value into the Counter Value of the 1st counter.
The setting of Inhibit Counter disables the 1st counter.
Alternatively the counter can be disabled or enabled by the
physical GATE input.
The two values are XORed.
DIG Inputs shows the states of the individual inputs
irrespective of the selected mode.
Error channel 1 displays a short circuit of the supply voltage
Us to digital inputs 0 to 3.
Error channel 2 displays a short circuit of the supply voltage
Us to digital inputs 4 to 7.
EP1518-000213Version: 2.2
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4Installation
4.1Mounting
4.1.1Dimensions
Fig.5: Dimensions
All dimensions are given in millimeters.
Housing features
Housing materialPA6 (polyamide)
Sealing compoundpolyurethane
Mountingtwo fastening holes Ø 3.5 mm for M3
Metal partsbrass, nickel-plated
ContactsCuZn, gold-plated
Power feed throughmax. 4A
Installation positionvariable
Protection classIP65, IP66, IP67 (conforms to EN 60529) when screwed together
Dimensions (H x W x D)approx. 126 x 30 x 26.5 mm (without connectors)
EP1518-000214Version: 2.2
Installation
4.1.2Fixing
NOTE
Dirt during assembly
Dirty connectors can lead to malfunctions. Protection class IP67 can only be guaranteed if all cables and
connectors are connected.
• Protect the plug connectors against dirt during the assembly.
Mount the module with two M3 screws on the fastening holes in the corners of the module. The fastening
holes have no thread.
4.1.3Tightening torques for plug connectors
Screw connectors tight with a torque wrench. (e.g. ZB8801 from Beckhoff)
Connector diameterTightening torque
M80.4Nm
M120.6Nm
EP1518-000215Version: 2.2
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4.2Connection
4.2.1EtherCAT
4.2.1.1Connectors
NOTE
Risk of confusion: supply voltages and EtherCAT
Defect possible through incorrect insertion.
• Observe the color coding of the connectors:
black: Supply voltages
green: EtherCAT
EtherCAT Box Modules have two green M8 sockets for the incoming and downstream EtherCAT
connections.
Fig.6: EtherCAT connectors
Connection
Fig.7: M8 socket
EtherCATM8
SignalContactZB9010, ZB9020, ZB9030, ZB9032,
Tx +1yellow
Tx -4orange
Rx +2white
Rx -3blue
ShieldHousingShieldShieldShield
1)
Core colors according to EN61918
connector
Core colors
ZK1090-6292,
ZK1090-3xxx-xxxx
1)
1)
1)
1)
ZB9031 and old versions of
ZB9030, ZB9032, ZK1090-3xxxxxxx
orange/whitewhite/orange
orangeorange
blue/whitewhite/green
bluegreen
TIA-568B
Adaptation of core colors for cables ZB9030, ZB9032 and ZK1090-3xxxx-xxxx
For standardization, the core colors of the ZB9030, ZB9032 and ZK1090-3xxx-xxxx cables have
been changed to the EN61918 core colors: yellow, orange, white, blue. So there are different color
codes in circulation. The electrical properties of the cables have been retained when the core colors
were changed.
EP1518-000216Version: 2.2
Installation
4.2.1.2Status LEDs
Fig.8: EtherCAT status LEDs
L/A (Link/Act)
A green LED labelled "L/A" is located next to each EtherCAT socket. The LED indicates the communication
state of the respective socket:
LEDMeaning
offno connection to the connected EtherCAT device
litLINK: connection to the connected EtherCAT device
flashesACT: communication with the connected EtherCAT device
Run
Each EtherCAT slave has a green LED labelled "Run". The LED signals the status of the slave in the
EtherCAT network:
LEDMeaning
offSlave is in "Init" state
flashes uniformlySlave is in "Pre-Operational“ state
flashes sporadicallySlave is in "Safe-Operational" state
litSlave is in "Operational" state
Description of the EtherCAT slave states
4.2.1.3Cables
For connecting EtherCAT devices only shielded Ethernet cables that meet the requirements of at least
category5 (CAT5) according to EN50173 or ISO/IEC11801 should be used.
EtherCAT uses four wires for signal transmission.
Thanks to automatic line detection ("Auto MDI-X"), both symmetrical (1:1) or cross-over cables can be used
between Beckhoff EtherCAT.
Detailed recommendations for the cabling of EtherCAT devices
EP1518-000217Version: 2.2
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Input
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4.2.2Supply voltages
The EtherCAT Box is supplied with two supply voltages. The ground potentials of the supply voltages are
galvanically connected together.
• Control voltage U
• Peripheral voltage U
S
P
Redirection of the supply voltages
The IN and OUT power connections are bridged in the module (not IP204x-Bxxx and IE204x). The supply
voltages US and UP can thus easily be transferred from EtherCATBox to EtherCATBox.
NOTE
Pay attention to the maximum permissible current!
Pay attention also for the redirection of the supply voltages US and UP, the maximum permissible current for
M8 connectors of 4A must not be exceeded!
4.2.2.1Connectors
NOTE
Risk of confusion: supply voltages and EtherCAT
Defect possible through incorrect insertion.
• Observe the color coding of the connectors:
black: Supply voltages
green: EtherCAT
Fig.9: Connectors for supply voltages
Fig.10: M8 connector
ContactFunctionDescriptionCore color
1U
2U
3GND
4GND
1)
The core colors apply to cables of the type: Beckhoff ZK2020-3xxx-xxxx
S
P
S
P
Control voltageBrown
Peripheral voltageWhite
GND to U
GND to U
S
P
Blue
Black
1)
EP1518-000218Version: 2.2
4.2.2.2Status LEDs for the power supply
Fig.11: Status LEDs for the power supply
Installation
All LEDs, green and red, are activated once briefly during the initialization phase of the box.
LEDDisplayMeaning
Us (control voltage)offThe supply voltage, Us, is not present
green illuminated The supply voltage, Us, is present
red illuminatedDue to overload (current > 0.5 A), the sensor supply generated
from the supply voltage Us is switched off for all sensors in group
1 (inputs 0 to 3) or group 2 (inputs 4 to 7) that it supplies.
Up (peripheral
voltage)
offThe supply voltage, Up, is not present
green illuminated The supply voltage, Up, is present
EP1518-000219Version: 2.2
Installation
Vert. Faktor: 0,45 cm / V
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Vert. Faktor: 0,45 cm / V
Voltage drop (V)
Cable length (m)
35
0,25 mm²
0,34 mm²
0,5 mm²
0,75 mm²
I = 2 A
Vert. Faktor: 0,45 cm / V
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4
6
8
10
250
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12
30
Vert. Faktor: 0,45 cm / V
Voltage drop (V)
Cable length (m)
35
0,25 mm²
0,34 mm²
0,5 mm²
0,75 mm²
I = 4 A
4.2.2.3Conductor losses
Take into account the voltage drop on the supply line when planning a system. Avoid the voltage drop being
so high that the supply voltage at the box lies below the minimum nominal voltage.
Variations in the voltage of the power supply unit must also be taken into account.
Voltage drop on the supply line
EP1518-000220Version: 2.2
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