EtherCAT stands for "Ethernet for Control Automation Technology" and is an Ethernet-based real-time fieldbus protocol. Originally EtherCAT was developed by Beckhoff Automation for automation technology applications. Since 2003 the EtherCAT Technology Group has been managing the advancement of the protocol which also became an official IEC standard in 2005.
NP5-20 – Motor controller for EtherCAT
Under „Downloads“ you will find the technical manual that corresponds with the stock firmware. Please refer to the new technical manual (FIR-v2139) when using Plug & Drive Studio 2.
Technical Data
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Interface -
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Rated Current (RMS) 6 A
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Matching Motors Brushless DC motors, Stepper Motors
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Type of Digital Inputs 3.3 V
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Type of Analog Input 0...3.3 V
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Type of Digital Output 3.3 V
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Encoder Signal Type incremental
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Weight 0.035 kg
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Operating Voltage 12 VDC - 48 VDC
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Peak Current (RMS) 10 A
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Number of Digital Inputs 6
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Number of Analog Inputs 2
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Number of Digital Outputs 4
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Encoder Input
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Brake Output
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Temperature Range -10 °C - 40 °C