EP9214-0023 | 4/4-channel power distribution for EtherCAT Box modules

The EP9214-0023 enables connection of four 24 V EtherCAT Box power supply branches. In each branch the current consumption for the control voltage US and the peripheral voltage UP is monitored, limited, and, if necessary, switched off.

The power distribution is supplied via a 7/8" connector with up to 16 A (per voltage supply US/UP). Several modules can be configured in a cascade arrangement. In the event of a short-circuit in one of the four outputs, the affected output is switched off. The supply for the other branches remains active. The switch-off and control is done in such a way that the input voltage does not fall below 21 V. During startup consumers with large capacities can be added without problem.

The master can read diagnostic messages from the individual channels via the EtherCAT interface. Independent switching of individual consumer branches is also possible via the EtherCAT master.

Technical data	EP9214-0023
Number of outputs	4 x M8, 4-pin (per US/UP)
Connection method	screw type M12
Max. output current	per M8: 4 A
Load type	EtherCAT Box modules
Infeed	plug 7/8", max. 16 A per US/UP
Power feed through	socket 7/8", max. 16 A per US/UP
Signalling contact	potential-free make contact, M8
Nominal voltage	24 V DC (-15 %/+20 %)
Distributed clocks	–
Bus interface	2 x M8 socket, shielded, screw type
Protocol	EtherCAT
Electrical isolation	500 V
Weight	approx. 165 g
Operating/storage temperature	0…+55 °C/-25…+85 °C
Vibration/shock resistance	conforms to EN 60068-2-6/EN 60068-2-27/29
EMC immunity/emission	conforms to EN 61000-6-2/EN 61000-6-4
Protect. class/installation pos.	IP 65/66/67 (conforms to EN 60529)/variable

Product announcement	estimated market release 3rd quarter 2012