Beckhoff BK8100 Bus Coupler

The Beckhoff BK8100 is a high-performance bus coupler designed for reliable data transfer and flexible I/O integration in automation systems. Engineered for peer-to-peer connection, it ensures efficient operation with robust safety and configuration options.

Manufacturer: Beckhoff
Type: Bus Coupler
Model: BK8100
MRN: 4715c0160000

Technical Information

• Number of I/O Stations: 1 (peer-to-peer connection)
• Number of I/O Points: Depending on controller
• Data Transfer Medium: Shielded copper cable 3 x 0.25 mm² (RS232)
• Max. Cable Length: 15 m
• Data Transfer Rates: 9.6 kbaud, 19.2 kbaud, 38.4 kbaud
• Number of Bus Terminals: 64
• Max. Number of Bytes Fieldbus: 512 byte input and 512 byte output
• Digital Peripheral Signals: 512 inputs/outputs
• Analog Peripheral Signals: 256 inputs/outputs
• Protocol: Open, documented protocol
• Configuration Possibility: Via KS2000
• Bus Interface: RS232 D-sub
• Power Supply: 24 V DC (-15 %/+20 %)
• Input Current: 70 mA + (total K-bus current)/4, 500 mA max.
• Starting Current: 2.5 x continuous current
• Recommended Fuse: ‰¤ 10 A
• Current Supply K-bus: 1750 mA
• Power Contacts: Max. 24 V DC / Max. 10 A
• Electrical Isolation: 500 V (power contact / supply voltage / fieldbus)
• Operating Temperature: 0 / +55 °C
• Explosion Proof: EX