Beckhoff EL6601 EtherCAT Terminal

The Beckhoff EL6601 is a 1-port Ethernet switch port terminal designed for seamless and decentralized integration of Ethernet devices within an EtherCAT network. Supporting all IEEE 802.3-based Ethernet protocols, the EL6601 allows transparent, collision-free data forwarding using store-and-forward switching mode—without requiring any additional configuration.

With auto-negotiation and full/half duplex support at 10/100 Mbit/s, the EL6601 delivers plug-and-play compatibility, enabling reliable and compact integration of standard Ethernet devices into industrial automation environments.

Technical Specifications

Manufacturer: Beckhoff
Part Number: EL6601 Beckhoff
Product Type: Ethernet Communication Interface
Number of Ports: 1
Ethernet Interface: 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX via 1 x RJ45
Supported Protocols: All IEEE 802.3 Ethernet protocols
Switching Mode: Store-and-forward
Data Transfer Rates: 10/100 Mbit/s (auto-negotiation)
Duplex Modes: Half and full duplex
Cable Length: Up to 100 m (twisted pair)
Hardware Diagnostics: Integrated status LEDs
Special Functions: RT Ethernet support, DHCP/BootP server, publisher/subscriber

Electrical & Power

Power Supply: Via the E-bus
Current Consumption (E-bus): Typ. 260 mA
Electrical Isolation: 500 V (E-bus to Ethernet)
Distributed Clocks: Not supported
Configuration: Not required

Mechanical Specifications

Dimensions (W x H x D): 24 mm x 100 mm x 52 mm
Housing Type: EL-24
Material: Polycarbonate
Mounting: 35 mm DIN rail (EN 60715)
Side-by-Side Mounting: Double slot and key connection
Wiring Type: Specific push-in connection

Environmental Conditions

Operating Temperature: -25°C to +60°C
Storage Temperature: -40°C to +85°C
Relative Humidity: 95%, non-condensing
Vibration/Shock Resistance: Conforms to EN 60068-2-6 / EN 60068-2-27
EMC Compliance: EN 61000-6-2 / EN 61000-6-4
IP Rating: IP20

Certifications & Compliance

Approvals: CE, CCC, UL, ATEX, IECEx, cFMus
ATEX Marking: II 3 G Ex ec IIC T4 Gc
IECEx Marking: Ex ec IIC T4 Gc
cFMus Marking:
– Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D
– Class I, Zone 2, AEx ec IIC T4 Gc

Key Features

✅ Transparent Ethernet Bridging: Plug-and-play switch port for EtherCAT.

✅ Protocol Agnostic: Supports all IEEE 802.3 Ethernet protocols.

✅ Auto-Negotiation: 10/100 Mbit/s with duplex detection.

✅ Diagnostic LEDs: Easy status monitoring.

✅ Compact Design: Ideal for decentralized industrial automation.

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