EJ7342-0000 by Beckhoff

The EJ7342-0000 module from Beckhoff is part of the EJ EtherCAT Plugins series and is engineered for direct motor connection in industrial automation. It supports a load type specifically for DC brush motors and offers an output current of max. 3.5 A per channel, making it ideally suited for driving dual motors independently. Additionally, the module features a PWM clock frequency of 32 kHz with 180° phase shift, which enhances the precision of motor control in applications demanding synchronized motion.

Detailed technical specifications of this unit include a current consumption of typ. 160 mA from the E-bus, and it boasts an input frequency capability of max. 400,000 increments/s (with 4-fold evaluation). The design accommodates 2 channels with 1 x end position and 1 x encoder input per channel, ensuring comprehensive monitoring and control of connected motors. Furthermore, the unit employs a direct motor connection method and is optimized for voltage-controlled duty factors ranging from 0% to 100%, which underscores its robust and versatile integration in automated systems.

Additional features emphasize compatibility and reliability with a supply voltage power range of 8-48 V DC and electronics powered at 24 V DC (via distribution board). The module is designed to control inductive loads and comes with carefully specified encoder input signals of 5-24 V DC, typ. 5 mA, single-ended. With its well-engineered resolution of max. 10 bit current and 16 bit speed, the EJ7342-0000 benefits industrial applications by ensuring precise motor operation while maintaining low energy consumption, making it an efficient solution for modern automation systems.