Description
The Beckhoff EL7211-9014 is a 1-channel EtherCAT servo terminal with integrated One Cable Technology (OCT) for compact, high-performance motion control. It supports servomotors up to 4.5 A, providing precise positioning, integrated feedback, and Safe Torque Off (STO) functionality for reliable and efficient servo applications.
Technical Specifications
| Condition |
New/Never Used Surplus |
| Brand |
Beckhoff |
| Category |
Industrial Automation |
| Part Number |
EL7211-9014 |
| Subcategory |
EtherCAT Servo Terminal |
| Function |
1-channel motion control terminal for servomotors |
| Protocol |
EtherCAT |
| Technology |
Compact drive technology with OCT |
| Number of Channels |
1 |
| Number of Outputs |
1 × servomotor, 1 × motor brake |
| Number of Inputs |
2 × end position, 1 × feedback, 1 × STO |
| Load Type |
Permanent magnet-excited three-phase synchronous motor |
| Supply Voltage (Electronics) |
24 V DC (via power contacts) |
| Supply Voltage (Power) |
8…48 V DC (external) |
| Output Current (RMS) |
4.5 A |
| Peak Current (RMS) |
9.0 A for 1 s |
| Output Voltage (Motor Brake) |
24 V DC |
| Output Current (Motor Brake) |
Max. 0.5 A |
| PWM Clock Frequency |
16 kHz |
| Current Controller Frequency |
32 kHz |
| Speed Controller Frequency |
16 kHz |
| Rotating Field Frequency |
0…599 Hz |
| Safe Function |
Safe Torque Off (STO), hard-wired |
| Distributed Clocks |
Yes |
| Communication Interface |
CAN-over-EtherCAT (CoE) |
| Electrical Isolation |
500 V (E-bus/field potential) |
| Diagnostic LEDs |
16 LEDs for status, warning, and error indication |
| Power Loss |
Low, regenerative braking supported |
| Current Consumption (E-bus) |
Typ. 120 mA |
| Current Consumption (Power Contacts) |
Typ. 100 mA + motor brake holding current |
| Weight |
Approx. 95 g |
| Operating Temperature |
0°C to +55°C |
| Storage Temperature |
-25°C to +85°C |
| Relative Humidity |
95%, non-condensing |
| Protection Class |
IP20 |
Information About EL7211-9014
The EL7211-9014 is part of Beckhoff’s advanced motion control family, designed to provide powerful, space-saving servo drive capabilities directly within the EtherCAT I/O system. It integrates One Cable Technology (OCT), combining power and feedback into a single cable, reducing installation effort and simplifying wiring. The terminal automatically reads the motor’s electronic nameplate from Beckhoff AM81xx servomotors, ensuring quick configuration and precise parameterization. Equipped with field-oriented current control and PI speed regulation, it delivers high responsiveness and accuracy for dynamic motion profiles. Built-in diagnostics, overcurrent and temperature monitoring, and Safe Torque Off (STO) functionality enhance safety and operational reliability in industrial motion systems.
Key Features:
- Integrated Motion Control: Combines servo amplifier, feedback interface, and motion control into a single EtherCAT Terminal, reducing hardware footprint.
- One Cable Technology (OCT): Uses a single cable for power and feedback, minimizing cabling complexity and installation costs.
- High Dynamic Performance: Field-oriented current and PI speed control enable fast and precise positioning for demanding applications.
- Comprehensive Safety Functionality: Includes Safe Torque Off (STO) implemented through a hard-wired safety output to meet machine safety standards.
- Compact Design: Modular EtherCAT form factor allows seamless integration into distributed automation architectures with minimal space requirements.
- Automatic Motor Detection: Reads the electronic type plate of Beckhoff AM81xx motors for automatic configuration and optimized control parameters.
- Advanced Diagnostics: 16 multi-color LEDs provide clear visual status of operation, faults, and limits for quick troubleshooting.
- Energy Efficiency: Low power loss operation and regenerative braking capability return excess energy to the DC link.
- Robust Electrical Protection: Monitors overvoltage, undervoltage, overcurrent, and thermal conditions for extended system reliability.
- Synchronized Operation: Distributed clock support ensures coordinated motion control across multiple axes in EtherCAT networks.
The EL7211-9014 delivers the reliability and precision required for integrated servo control, supporting fast, synchronized motion in compact EtherCAT-based automation systems.
