GE Digital EPXETC001 Data sheet

RSTI-EP Slice I/O

Ethernet Ports

Power

Supply

LED

PWR, BF, MT, L/A IN, L/A

OUT, RUN, and ERROR LEDs

Door for Micro USB Port

EtherCAT Network Adapter

The EPXETC001 network adapter is an EtherCAT1 device certified by the
EtherCAT Technology Group. The network adapter is the head module
for the RSTi-EP system bus, to which up to 64 active RSTi-EP modules
can be connected. The EtherCAT network adapter has two Ethernet
ports and an integrated switch.

The network adapter can be accessed with a system-independent web
server application via the USB service interface or the EtherCAT. Thus, all
information, such as diagnostics, status values and parameters, can be
read and all connected modules can be simulated or forced.

The station's main power supply is integrated in the network adapter.
Power is supplied via two 4-pole connectors, separated into the input
and output current paths.

Caution, the RSTi-EP station is usually installed on a horizontally
positioned DIN rail. Installation on vertically positioned DIN rails is also
possible. However, the heat dissipation is reduced such that the derating
values change (refer to the section, Thermal Derating.

Modules should to be allowed to de-energize for a minimum 10 seconds
after power down, prior to starting any maintenance activity. The
network adapter cannot be hot-swapped.

Refer to the RSTi-EP Slice I/O User Manual (GFK-2958) for additional
information.

Refer to the RSTi-EP Power Supply Reference Guide, a software utility
available on PME V9.00, for detailed power-feed requirements.

Module Features

 Supports up to 64 active RSTi-EP modules
 Spring-style technology for ease of wiring
 DIN rail mounted
 Double-click installation for positive indication of correct installation
 Built-in Web Server for diagnostic information and firmware update

through Ethernet and micro USB port

 Support for daisy-chain/line topologies

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GFK-2967B EtherCAT

®

Network Adapter Module EPXETC001

Septembery 2016

EtherCAT® is a registered trademark and patented technology, licensed by Beckhoff Automation GmbH, Germany

© 2015 General Electric Company. All Rights Reserved.

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Module

Description

EPXETC001

RSTi-EP Slice I/O EtherCAT Network Adapter

EPXETC001

System data

Connection

2 x RJ-45

Fieldbus protocol

EtherCAT

Process image

Process data

max. 1024 bytes

Parameter data

max. 64*64 = 4 KB

Diagnostic data

max. 64*50 = 3200 bytes

Number of modules

max. 64 active

Configuration interface

Micro USB 2.0

Transfer rate

Fieldbus

Max. 100 Mbps

RTSi-EP system bus

Max. 48 Mbps

Supply

Supply voltage for system and inputs

20.4V – 28.8V

Supply voltage for outputs

20.4V – 28.8V

Max. feed-in current for input modules

10 A

Max. feed-in current for output modules

10 A

Current consumption from system
current path I

SYS

130 mA

Connection data

Type of connection

Spring style

Conductor cross-section

Single-wired, fine-wired

0.14 – 1.5 mm2 (AWG 26 – 16)

General data

Operating temperature

-20°C to +60°C (-4 °F to +140 °F)

Storage temperature

-40°C to +85°C (-40 °F to +185 °F)

Air humidity (operation/transport)

5% to 95%, noncondensing as per IEC 61131-2

Width

52 mm (2.05 in)

Depth

76 mm (2.99 in)

Height

120 mm (4.72 in)

Weight

227 g (8 oz)

Configuration

ESI file is available on the Support website

http://support.ge-ip.com for download and import into

Programmer Tool which supports EtherCAT. The ESI
supporting a firmware release is part of the firmware
upgrade kit available on the Support website.

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Specifications

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LED

Indication

LED State/Description

PWR

Power LED

Green: Supply voltage connected

SF

System Fault

Red: Configuration error, or error in the network adapter, or error in a module, or there
is a new diagnostic report

Red flashing: Station in Force mode

BF

Bus fault

Red: No connection to the fieldbus
Red flashing: Configuration error, no connection to the control unit, or error in the

parameter set

MT

Maintenance
Required

Yellow: Error on the system bus or fieldbus

L/A IN

Connection/Activity

Green: Connection established between port 1 of the network adapter and another
field device

Green flashing: Data being exchanged on port 1

LA OUT

Connection/Activity

Green: Connection established between port 2 of the network adapter and another
field device

Green flashing: Data being exchanged on port 2

RUN

Network adapter
state

Off: INIT
Green flashing: PRE-OPERATIONAL
Green lights up briefly: SAFE-OPERATIONAL
Green: OPERATIONAL

ERROR

Internal error

Red: Critical error in the network adapter
Red lights up briefly: Error in network adapter application
Red briefly lights up twice: Output Syncmanager Watchdog expired
Red flashing: Configuration error

LED

EPXETC001

Power

Supply

Green: Supply voltage > 18 V DC
Red: At least one current path < 18 V

3.1

Green: Input current path supply voltage > 18 V DC

3.2

Red: Input current path supply voltage < 18 V DC

3.3 3.4

Red: Internal fuse defective

4.1

Green: Output current path supply voltage > 18 V DC

4.2

Red: Output current path supply voltage < 18 V DC

4.3

4.4

Red: Internal fuse defective

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LEDs

LED Status Indicators

LED Indicators

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24 V DC

GND

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Field Wiring

The connection frame has one connector, and two 24 V DC wires can be connected to each connector, along with two
ground connections. Those four connectors are used as shown in the following figure. The Spring style technology
allows either finely stranded or solid wire with crimped wire-end ferrules or ultrasonically welded wires, each with a
maximum cross-section of 1.5 mm² (16 guage), to be inserted easily through the opening in the clamping terminal
without having to use tools. To insert fine stranded wires without wire-end ferrules, the pusher must be pressed in with
a screwdriver and released to latch the wire.

Connector Block

Connector Specifications:

 conductor cross-section 0.14 to 1.5 mm² (26 – 16 guage)
 max. ampacity: 10 A
 4-pole

The modules do not have a fused sensor/activator power supply. All cables to the connected sensors/actuators must be
fused corresponding to their conductor cross-sections (as per Standard DIN EN 60204-1, section 12).

Refer to the RSTi-EP Slice I/O User Manual (GFK-2958) for additional information.
For technical assistance, go to http://support.ge-ip.com.

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Connection Diagrams

Connection Block Diagrams

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Horizontal

Vertical

Network adapter power supply

60°C (140 °F) : 2 x 8 A

55°C (131 °F) : 2 x 10 A

55°C (131 °F) : 2 x 6 A
50°C (122 °F) : 2 x 8 A

Power-feed module power supply

60°C (140 °F) : 1 x 10 A

55°C (131 °F) : 1 x 8 A

Catalog Number

Module Description

Digital Input Modules

EP-1214

Digital Input, 4 Points, Positive Logic 24VDC, 2,3, or 4 Wire

EP-1218

Digital Input, 8 Points, Positive Logic, 24VDC 2 Wire

EP-1318

Digital Input, 8 Points, Positive Logic, 24VDC 3 Wire

EP-125F

Digital Input, 16 Points, Positive Logic, 24VDC, 1 Wire

EP-12F4

Digital Input, 4 Points, Positive Logic 24VDC, 2,3, or 4 Wire, Time stamp

EP-1804

Digital Input, 4 Points 110/230 VAC (65 – 277 VAC), 2 Wire, Isolated

Digital Output Modules

EP-2214

Digital Output, 4 Points, Positive Logic 24VDC, 0.5A, 2,3, or 4 Wire

EP-2614

Digital Output, 4 Points, Positive Logic 24VDC, 2.0A, 2,3, or 4 Wire

EP-2634

Digital Output, 4 Points, Positive/Negative Logic 24VDC, 2.0A, 2,3, or 4 Wire

EP-2218

Digital Output, 8 Points, Positive Logic, 24VDC, 0.5A, 2 Wire

EP-225F

Digital Input, 16 Points, Positive Logic, 24VDC, 0.5A, 1 Wire

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Installation in Hazardous Areas

 EQUIPMENT LABELED WITH REFERENCE TO CLASS I, GROUPS A, B, C & D, DIV. 2 HAZARDOUS AREAS IS SUITABLE FOR USE IN

CLASS I, DIVISION 2, GROUPS A, B, C, D OR NON-HAZARDOUS AREAS ONLY

 WARNING - EXPLOSION HAZARD - SUBSTITUTION OF COMPONENTS MAY IMPAIR SUITABILITY FOR CLASS I, DIVISION 2;
 WARNING - EXPLOSION HAZARD - WHEN IN HAZARDOUS AREAS, TURN OFF POWER BEFORE REPLACING OR WIRING

MODULES; AND

 WARNING - EXPLOSION HAZARD - DO NOT CONNECT OR DISCONNECT EQUIPMENT UNLESS POWER HAS BEEN

SWITCHED OFF OR THE AREA IS KNOWN TO BE NONHAZARDOUS.

ATEX Marking

II 3 G Ex nA IIC T4 Gc

Ta: -20°C to +60°C (-4° F to +140 °F)

Thermal Derating

The power supply is restricted according to the temperature. The following values apply for the horizontal and vertical
positioning of the RSTi-EP station:

Temperature-dependent Values for the Power Supply

Refer to the RSTi-EP Slice I/O Module User Manual (GFK-2958) for additional information.

Supported Modules and Power Supplies

The following modules can be used with this release of the RSTi-EP EtherCat Network Adaptor:

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Catalog Number

Module Description

Digital Relay Output Modules

EP-2714

Digital Relay Output, 4 Points, Positive Logic, 24 - 220 VDC/VAC, 6A, 2 Wire

EP-2814

Solid-state Relay Output Module

Analog Input Modules

EP-3164

Analog Input, 4 Channels Voltage/Current 16 Bits 2, 3, or 4 Wire

EP-3264

Analog Input, 4 Channels Voltage/Current 16 Bits with Diagnostics 2, 3, or 4 Wire

EP-3124

Analog Input, 4 Channels Voltage/Current 12 Bits 2, 3, or 4 Wire

EP-3368

Analog Input, 8 Channels Current 16 Bits 2, 3, or 4 Wire

EP-3468

Analog Input, 8 Channels Current 16 Bits 2, 3, or 4 Wire, Channel Diagnostic

EP-3704

Analog Input, 4 Channels RTD 16 Bits with Diagnostics 2, 3, or 4 Wire

EP-3804

Analog Input, 4 Channels TC 16 Bits with Diagnostics 2, 3, or 4 Wire

Analog Output Modules

EP-4164

Analog Output, 4 Channels Voltage/Current 16 Bits 2, 3, or 4 Wire

EP-4264

Analog Output, 4 Channels Voltage/Current 16 Bits with Diagnostics 2, 3, or 4 Wire

Speciality Modules

EP-5111

1 Channel High Speed Counter, AB 100 kHz 1 DO 24VDC, 0.5A

EP-5112

2 Channel High Speed Counter, AB 100 kHz

EP-5212

2 Channel Frequency Measurement, 100 kHz

EP-5261

1 Channel Serial Communications, 232, 422, 485

EP-5311

1 Channel SSI Encoder, BCD or Gray-Code Format, 5/24 VDC

EP-5422

2 Channels PWM Output, Positive Logic, 24VDC, 2.0 A

EP-5442

2 Channels PWM Output, Positive Logic, 24VDC, 0.5 A

Power Feed Modules for Input Current Path

EP-7631

Power Module, 1 Channel 24VDC Input Flow 10A

Power Feed Modules for Output Current Path

EP-7641

Power Module, 1 Channel 24VDC Output Flow 10A

Safe Feed-input Modules

EP-1901

1 Safe Feed-Input, 24 VDC

EP-1902

2 Safe Feed-Inputs, 24 VDC, Programmable Delay

EP-1922

2 Safe Feed-Inputs, 24 VDC

Potential Distribution Modules

EP-711F

Power Module, 16 Channels 24VDC Potential Distribution +24 VDC from Input Current Path

EP-751F

Power Module, 16 Channels 24VDC Potential Distribution +24 VDC from Output Current Path

EP-700F

Power Module, 16 Channels 24VDC Potential Distribution Functional Earth

EP-710F

Power Module, 16 Channels 24VDC Potential Distribution +0VDC from Input Current Path

EP-750F

Power Module, 16 Channels 24VDC Potential Distribution +0VDC from Output Current Path

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Catalog Number

Firmware

Version

Date

Comments

EPXETC001-AAAB

01.00.06

Sep-2016

- Support for three new modules, EP-1804, EP-5261,

and EP-5311

- Resolves a problem, see section Problems

Resolved by this Release for more information

EPXETC001

01.00

Dec-2015

Documentation update only, added known issues

EPXETC001

01.00

Nov-2015

Initial Release

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Release History

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Subject

Description

Firmware update fails when there are more
than 30 I/O modules connected to the node.

When trying to update the firmware for the analog or SIL modules using Web server,
either single module update or multiple modules update, both fail when the
connected node has more than 30 I/O modules

Subject

Description

New modules supported

EP-1804 - Digital Input, 4 Points 110/230 VAC (65 – 277 VAC), 2 Wire, Isolated
EP-5261 - 1 Channel Serial Communications, 232, 422, 485
EP-5311 - 1 Channel SSI Encoder, BCD or Gray-Code Format, 5/24 VDC

Subject

Description

Channel diagnostics faults are reported
during hot-swap of the modules.

During hot-swap of an I/O module, the network adapter may report additional
channel diagnostics messages in addition to the expected ‘Loss of Module’ or
‘Addition of Module’ fault.

Behavior during hot removal when similar
modules are configured consecutively

Where similar modules are configured consecutively in the remote I/O node, a shift in
input data occurs when one of the consecutive modules is pulled out from a node.
For example, when there are 6 RTD modules EP-3704, configured consecutively in the
node, slots 1 - 6, on hot-removal of the module from slot 4, data from modules 5 and
6 would be reflected on variables configured for slot 4 and 5, respectively, with ‘Loss
of Module’ reported for slot 6.

Subject

Description

Output behavior during hotswap

During hot insertion or removal of IO modules, a transient Loss of Power up-to 500
ms may occur on the network adapter and IO modules, during which all of the
outputs may drop to zero. This system behavior should be verified against the
application requirements before hot insertion or removal of the IO module is done.

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Important Product Information for this Release

Updates

None – Documentation updates only, added known issues

Funcional Compatibility

N/A

Problems Resolved by this Release

New Features and Enhancements

Known Restrictions and Open Issues

Operational Notes

Product Documentation

RSTi-EP Slice I/O Module User Manual (GFK-2958)
RSTi-EP Slice I/O Functional Safety Module User Manual (GFK-2956)

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