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The CP4xxx and CP5xxx Panel PC series offer modern multi-touch technology and flexible computing power in diagonals from 7 to 23.8 inches.

Industrial PCs with Intel^® Core™ Series 2 processors

For use in hazardous areas, zone 2/22

With Arm^® processor for visualization with TwinCAT 3 HMI or third-party visualization

With Arm^® processor for visualization with TwinCAT 3 HMI or third-party visualization

Same form factor, more computing power: with Intel Atom^® x7, the Industrial PCs are suitable for automation projects in a wide range of applications, whether their requirements be complex or simple.

Same form factor, more computing power: with Intel Atom^® x7, the Industrial PCs are suitable for automation projects in a wide range of applications, whether their requirements be complex or simple.

Same form factor, more computing power: with Intel Atom^® x7, the Industrial PCs are suitable for automation projects in a wide range of applications, whether their requirements be complex or simple.

The CP49xx and CP59xx Next multi-touch panels offer convenient operation with advanced multi-touch technology.

The electrically isolated CX2100-0022 power supply unit extends the existing power supply module portfolio for Embedded PCs by a fanless UPS-OCT-capable version offering a maximum power output of 100 W. It is intended for supplying power to the components of a CX20xx system (CPU modules, system and extension modules) and is suitable for all existing basic CPU modules from the CX20xx series, as long as the maximum power output is not exceeded. The CX2100-0022 power supply unit is passively cooled and thus fanless and maintenance-free. An FSTN LC display with 2 x 16 characters and a selector switch as well as an enter key allow the querying of internal status values as well as self-created display parameters or menus with and without input options. The integrated display is controlled via TwinCAT.

The ED6001-0009 EtherCAT Terminal enables the connection of serially communicating devices with RS232 communication standard to the automation system. Extensive parameterization options allow flexible adaptation to different communication requirements.

The ED6002-0009 EtherCAT Terminal enables the connection of serially communicating devices with RS232 communication standard to the automation system. Extensive parameterization options allow flexible adaptation to different communication requirements.

The ED6011-0009 EtherCAT Terminal enables the connection of serially communicating devices to the automation system. Extensive parameterization options allow flexible adaptation to different communication requirements.

The ED6012-0009 EtherCAT Terminal enables the connection of serially communicating devices to the automation system. Extensive parameterization options allow flexible adaptation to different communication requirements.

The ED6060 EtherCAT Terminal serves as a diagnostic interface between an EtherCAT master and compatible devices such as smartphones or tablets. It enables the live transmission of selected diagnostic data from supported EtherCAT devices connected to the EtherCAT master. Relevant diagnostic data such as the status of the LEDs is displayed, along with selected process data including analog values (4–20 mA) from a pressure sensor or the measured temperature from a Pt100. Only one ED6060 is required per EtherCAT segment.

The EL3172-0020 is the factory calibrated version of the EL3172. The EL3172-0020 analog input terminal supplements the EL3174, thus 2-channel and 4-channel universal input terminals are now available in the EL31xx family. The EL3172-0020 has two single parameterizable inputs. Signals in the range ±10 V or ±25 mA can be processed by each channel, therefore of course also unipolar 0…10 V or 0/4…20 mA. Each channel should be set by the controller to U or I mode via CoE. The input voltage or current is digitized with a resolution of 16 bits, and is transmitted (electrically isolated) to the higher-level automation device. With a technical measuring range of ±107% of the nominal range 10 V/20 mA and the 25 mA measuring range, the terminal also supports the commissioning with sensor values in the limit range and the evaluation according to NAMUR NE43. The two differential inputs are electrically isolated from each other and from the fieldbus.

The analog ELX4184 EtherCAT output terminal allows intrinsically safe HART-capable field devices from hazardous areas in zones 0/20 and 1/21 to be connected directly. The ELX4184 can be used to control intrinsically safe controllers for control valves, for example. The status and error LEDs provide information about the state of the HART communication and signal any communication errors.

The EP7412-0071 EtherCAT Box offers two outputs with integrated MDR controller for the direct connection of 24/48 V DC conveyor roller motors or other BLDC motors with max. 4 A. Two additional digital inputs/outputs per channel enable the connection of light barriers or actuators, for example.

The EP7412-9071 EtherCAT Box offers two outputs with integrated MDR controller for the direct connection of 24/48 V DC conveyor roller motors or other BLDC motors with max. 4 A. Two additional digital inputs/outputs per channel enable the connection of light barriers or actuators, for example.

The EP7414-0071 EtherCAT Box offers four outputs with integrated MDR controller for the direct connection of 24/48 V DC conveyor roller motors or other BLDC motors with max. 4 A. Two additional digital inputs/outputs per channel enable the connection of light barriers or actuators, for example.

The EP7414-9071 EtherCAT Box offers four outputs with integrated MDR controller for the direct connection of 24/48 V DC conveyor roller motors or other BLDC motors with max. 4 A. Two additional digital inputs/outputs per channel enable the connection of light barriers or actuators, for example.

The EP3314-0702 EtherCAT Box with analog inputs permits four thermocouples to be directly connected. The module’s circuit can operate thermocouple sensors using the 2-wire technique. Linearization over the full temperature range is realized with the aid of a microprocessor. The temperature range can be selected freely. The error LEDs indicate a broken wire. Compensation for the cold junction is made through a temperature measurement in the connecting plugs. This means that standard extension leads can be connected. The EP3314-0702 can also be used for mV measurement.

The EPP3754-0002 EtherCAT P Box has four analog multi-functional inputs, which can be parameterized individually and extensively:

The BK5160 standard coupler is a CANopen slave that supports the KL, KS, and KM series Bus Terminals. It automatically detects baud rates of up to 1 Mbit/s. The node address can be specified easily and manually using two rotary selector switches. The BK5160 also has a USB-C interface so that the KS2000 software can be used to configure the bus terminals or to enable firmware updates.

The EJ7062 EtherCAT plug-in module is designed for direct connection of two stepper motors in the medium power range up to 3 A and for a voltage range from 8 to 48 V DC.

The EtherCAT SubDevice Controller ASIC ET1150 offers additional functions to those already included in the ET1100.

The EtherCAT IP core enables the EtherCAT communication function and application-specific functions to be implemented on an FPGA (field programmable gate array, an integrated circuit containing programmable logical components). The EtherCAT functionality is freely configurable. The IP core can be combined with your own FPGA designs or integrated into system-on-chips (SoCs) with soft-core processors or hard processor systems via Avalon^® or AMBA^® AXI™ interfaces. The physical interfaces and internal functions, such as the number of FMMUs and SYNC managers and the size of the DPRAM, are configurable. The process data interface (PDI) and the distributed clocks are also configurable. The functions are compatible with the EtherCAT specification and the EtherCAT ASIC ET1100.

The EtherCAT IP core enables the EtherCAT communication function and application-specific functions to be implemented on an FPGA (field programmable gate array, an integrated circuit containing programmable logical components). The EtherCAT functionality is freely configurable. The IP core can be combined with your own FPGA designs or integrated into system-on-chips (SoCs) with soft-core processors or hard processor systems via AMBA^® AXI™ interfaces. The physical interfaces and internal functions, such as the number of FMMUs and SYNC managers and the size of the DPRAM, are configurable. The process data interface (PDI) and the distributed clocks are also configurable. The functions are compatible with the EtherCAT specification and the EtherCAT ASIC ET1100.

The EtherCAT IP core enables the EtherCAT communication function and application-specific functions to be implemented on an FPGA (field programmable gate array, an integrated circuit containing programmable logical components). The EtherCAT functionality is freely configurable. The IP core can be combined with your own FPGA designs or integrated into system-on-chips (SoCs) with soft-core processors or hard processor systems via AMBA^® AXI™ interfaces. The physical interfaces and internal functions, such as the number of FMMUs and SYNC managers and the size of the DPRAM, are configurable. The process data interface (PDI) and the distributed clocks are also configurable. The functions are compatible with the EtherCAT specification and the EtherCAT ASIC ET1100.

The EtherCAT IP core enables the EtherCAT communication function and application-specific functions to be implemented on an FPGA (field programmable gate array, an integrated circuit containing programmable logical components). The EtherCAT functionality is freely configurable. The IP core can be combined with your own FPGA designs or integrated into system-on-chips (SoCs) with soft-core processors or hard processor systems via AMBA^® AXI™ interfaces. The physical interfaces and internal functions, such as the number of FMMUs and SYNC managers and the size of the DPRAM, are configurable. The process data interface (PDI) and the distributed clocks are also configurable. The functions are compatible with the EtherCAT specification and the EtherCAT ASIC ET1100.

The SCT4xxx differential current transformers were designed for detecting differential currents (earth fault currents) type A. A differential current measurement can already detect very low error currents as well as various leakage currents. Continuous monitoring is necessary to be able to separate these from each other. This allows early detection of changes that may be indicative of degenerating insulation. The SCT4xxx differential current transformers thus enable condition-based maintenance and save operators the increased costs of previous blind maintenance intervals.

The SCT4xxx differential current transformers were designed for detecting differential currents (earth fault currents) type A. A differential current measurement can already detect very low error currents as well as various leakage currents. Continuous monitoring is necessary to be able to separate these from each other. This allows early detection of changes that may be indicative of degenerating insulation. The SCT4xxx differential current transformers thus enable condition-based maintenance and save operators the increased costs of previous blind maintenance intervals.

The SCT4xxx differential current transformers were designed for detecting differential currents (earth fault currents) type A. A differential current measurement can already detect very low error currents as well as various leakage currents. Continuous monitoring is necessary to be able to separate these from each other. This allows early detection of changes that may be indicative of degenerating insulation. The SCT4xxx differential current transformers thus enable condition-based maintenance and save operators the increased costs of previous blind maintenance intervals.

The separable 3-phase SCL6xxx measurement system with RJ45 connection enables flexible retrofitting with minimal installation work, without disconnecting the primary conductors. Five sizes are available for use in poorly accessible spaces or where space is limited. Thanks to the 333 mV output signals, all instrument transformers can easily be connected via patch cable without short-circuiting terminals and they also have electronic nameplates that make manual configuration of the current transformer ratios unnecessary.

The separable 3-phase SCL6xxx measurement system with RJ45 connection enables flexible retrofitting with minimal installation work, without disconnecting the primary conductors. Five sizes are available for use in poorly accessible spaces or where space is limited. Thanks to the 333 mV output signals, all instrument transformers can easily be connected via patch cable without short-circuiting terminals and they also have electronic nameplates that make manual configuration of the current transformer ratios unnecessary.

The SVL1xxx measuring system with RJ45 connection enables 3-phase voltage measurement of the primary conductors.

M8, plug, angled, male, 4-pin, A‑coded

M8, socket, angled, female, 4-pin, A‑coded

M8, plug, angled, male, 4-pin, EtherCAT P-coded

M8, plug, angled, female, 4-pin, EtherCAT P-coded

High-performance drive solution with an optimized price/performance ratio and no compromise on performance or quality.

The AM1000 servomotors meet the highest technological demands with an optimized price/performance ratio for cost-sensitive applications.

The AX1000 economy servo drive for implementing demanding and cost-sensitive drive tasks.

The variable frequency drives in the AF1000 series are particularly suitable for performing basic drive tasks cost-effectively.

Beckhoff offers a machine learning (ML) solution that is seamlessly integrated into TwinCAT 3.

TwinCAT CoAgent offers comprehensive, intelligent support and combines state-of-the-art generative AI models with custom-developed AI agents.

Beckhoff presents the latest generation of motion software solutions in TwinCAT MC3.

New chart type in TwinCAT Scope for 3D visualizations

Completely new chart type in the established TwinCAT Scope product

Automatic PLC code generation for protocols compliant with IEC 60870-5-10x

Overview of the latest TwinCAT 3 software updates

The MX-System Designer is a web-based engineering tool for efficient planning and configuration of automation systems based on the MX-System. System architectures can be modeled graphically and checked for technical consistency early on in projects.

TwinCAT 3 Interface for SOLIDWORKS^® is a tool for easy configuration of a coupling between TwinCAT and the SOLIDWORKS^® 3D CAD software from Dassault Systemès. The aim of this coupling is to create a software-in-the-loop simulation (SiL) of the target sequence of a machine or system to support virtual commissioning.

TwinCAT 3 Interface for NX™ Mechatronics Concept Designer™ is a tool for easy configuration of a coupling between TwinCAT and the NX™ Mechatronics Concept Designer™ 3D CAD software from Siemens. The aim of this coupling is to create a software-in-the-loop simulation (SiL) of the target sequence of a machine or system to support virtual commissioning.

TwinCAT 3 CoAgent for Engineering is the intelligent AI assistant that provides efficient support for PLC development, I/O configuration, and human-machine interface creation. Requirements can be formulated in normal language and TwinCAT CoAgent for Engineering suggests suitable code and configurations, taking existing project structures into account. Flexible mode selection enables custom support based on the task at hand. In addition, TwinCAT CoAgent for Engineering offers direct access to the documentation in the Beckhoff Information System and provides context-related recommendations for accelerated high-quality project implementation.

TE3851 TwinCAT 3 MLC Computer Vision is an extension package for the basic TE3850 TwinCAT 3 Machine Learning Creator web application. This extension allows AI models to be created for image processing, e.g. image classification.

TE3852 TwinCAT 3 MLC Signals and Time Series is an extension package for the basic TE3850 TwinCAT 3 Machine Learning Creator web application. This extension enables creation of AI models for signals and time series, e.g. classification, anomaly detection, and forecasting.

TE3860 TwinCAT 3 MLC Resource Pack is an extension package for the basic TE3850 TwinCAT 3 Machine Learning Creator web application. If more computing time is required, for example for training further AI models, additional computing time can be flexibly obtained via this extension package.

The TwinCAT 3 Restricted Runtime license was specially developed to run over many hours in continuous integration, continuous deployment, and simulation processes. It enables flexible, recurrent use in development and test environments, but is not suitable for live operation.

TF1040 TwinCAT 3 Test Framework is a powerful tool that supports developers in creating, managing, and executing tests for TwinCAT projects efficiently. The framework offers a modern graphical client for easy test management and a command line client. The latter can be optimally integrated into CI/CD workflows. This allows test automation to be seamlessly integrated into existing development processes, from individual components to the entire system. TwinCAT 3 Test Framework helps to shorten development cycles, improve quality, and make tests reproducible, which is an important step towards end-to-end automation and better software security.

TwinCAT 3 CoAgent for Operations is the intelligent AI assistant that provides efficient support in machine operation, maintenance, and system diagnostics. Operating and maintenance tasks are described in natural language. The CoAgent then provides specific recommendations for action, diagnostics, or direct system commands based on the current machine and process data.

The TwinCAT 3 HMI Database Extension enables data exchange between TwinCAT HMI and database systems. Communication can take place via the standardized ODBC interface or via native database protocols. The analyses of the database can be configured for HMI user interactions or triggered by events in the PLC. The results can be displayed and edited with the TwinCAT HMI controls.

Beckhoff has an attractive software package for creating advanced and intuitive human-machine interfaces for CNC-controlled machines: the TF5310 TwinCAT 3 CNC HMI Base library. It is based entirely on the TF2000 TwinCAT 3 HMI Server and therefore integrates seamlessly into the TwinCAT HMI product family.

The TF5320 Simulation Server connects the 3D simulation control element (which is included in the TwinCAT 3 CNC HMI Base package (TF5310)) to the real-time data from TwinCAT CNC. The server accesses the current tool's data and the blank definition stored in the NC program. The simulation runs either in sync with the actual machining (real-time simulation) or in fast forward without actual axis movement using the contour visualization modes available in TwinCAT CNC. This allows the NC program to be visually checked in advance.

TwinCAT MC3 represents the next generation of motion control, combining the proven capabilities of TF5000 TwinCAT 3 NC PTP with major enhancements designed to boost performance and flexibility. Powered by TF5500 TwinCAT 3 MC3 Base, this new motion control system integrates seamlessly into TwinCAT to deliver an efficient, end-to-end automation solution.

TwinCAT 3 MC3 Axes Packs expand TF5500 TwinCAT 3 MC3 Base with additional axis licenses.

In addition to the control of Beckhoff axes, TwinCAT 3 MC3 also supports the control of axes from other manufacturers;

TwinCAT 3 MC3 Camming extends TF5500 TwinCAT 3 MC3 Base with non-linear couplings (cam plates) between axes.

TwinCAT 3 MC3 Fluid Power expands TF5500 TwinCAT 3 MC3 Base with complete hydraulic integration in TwinCAT. It offers manufacturer-independent control of position, speed, and pressure/force.