Full Name: Beckhoff EL6631 EtherCAT Terminal, 2×RJ45 PROFINET RT Master Communication PLC Module
This unit is an EtherCAT bus coupler communication terminal module developed by Beckhoff, acting as a PROFINET RT master controller to realize seamless data interconnection between EtherCAT fieldbus system and PROFINET slave devices. Equipped with dual external RJ45 Ethernet ports to support line topology wiring, it bridges two mainstream industrial bus systems, realizes real-time signal transmission, equipment linkage and centralized PLC logic control in automated production lines, and serves as a core protocol conversion & network expansion component for distributed I/O control cabinets.
Built-in 3-port internal switch, 2 external RJ45 interfaces, supports daisy-chain line layout; maximum 100m transmission distance per segment, greatly reduces on-site wiring workload and cable cost.
Fully compliant with PROFINET RT real-time protocol & Conformance Class B specification; minimum 1ms real-time cycle, stable deterministic data transmission, compatible with all mainstream PROFINET slave equipment.
Single EL6631 can mount & manage up to 15 PROFINET RT slave devices, while the module itself is an EtherCAT slave node supporting access to a maximum of 65535 devices on the entire EtherCAT bus network.
Onboard Run / PN Run/Err / PN Err status indicator LEDs; supports LLDP & SNMP network diagnosis protocols for real-time fault location, link detection and remote network troubleshooting.
500V electrical isolation between E-bus power supply and Ethernet circuit; meets industrial EMC anti-interference standards, stable operation under strong electromagnetic workshop environmen.
Standard 24mm width EtherCAT terminal size, lightweight 75g only; directly clips onto standard DIN rail, easy to assemble in control cabinet and flexible for cabinet layout expansion.
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | EL6631 (PROFINET RT Master Terminal) |
| Bus Type | EtherCAT slave terminal, PROFINET RT master |
| Ethernet Interface | 2×RJ45 100BASE-TX, 10/100Mbps auto-negotiation full duplex |
| Max Cable Length | 100m per twisted-pair line |
| Process Data Buffer | 1KB Input data / 1KB Output data |
| Max Connected PN Devices | 15 units PROFINET RT slaves |
| E-bus Power Consumption | Typical 400mA |
| Isolation Voltage | 500V (E-bus ↔ Ethernet side) |
| Operating Temperature | 0℃ ~ +55℃ |
| Storage Temperature | -25℃ ~ +85℃ |
| Protection Grade | IP20 (indoor cabinet installation only) |
| Dimension | 24mm (W) × 100mm (H) × 52mm (D) |
| Net Weight | Approx. 75g |
| Certifications | CE, UL, CCC, ATEX, IECEx |
| Configuration Mode | Parameterized via TwinCAT EtherCAT master |
Lathes, machining centers, CNC equipment interconnection, cross-brand PLC communication between Beckhoff host and Siemens drive system.
Filling machines, carton sealing equipment, automatic packaging assembly line distributed control networking.
Body welding workshop, assembly station robotic arm signal interaction, field IO station centralized control.
Automated warehouse sorting lines, roller conveyor system bus protocol conversion.
Water pump frequency converter linkage, online monitoring sensor data acquisition & upper computer communication.
Sterilization, filling, labeling multi-station linkage automatic control system.
Original factory sealed red packaging, single unit independent carton packaging with barcode traceability label, anti-collision foam inner lining for transportation protection.
The module is installed on DIN rail inside standard electrical control cabinet, cascaded with other EL series EtherCAT terminals to build a complete distributed PLC control system.
EL6631 is in normal supply status; the recommended alternative model for new projects is EL6633. EL6631-0010 is the slave version for bidirectional data exchange between EtherCAT and PROFINET RT.