{"product_id":"beckhoff-ethercat-coupler-with-integrated-i-o-4-di-4-do-ip20-0-5-a-outputs-ek1914","title":"Beckhoff EtherCAT Coupler With Integrated I\/O, 4 DI \/ 4 DO, IP20, 0.5 A Outputs - EK1914","description":"\u003ch2\u003e Beckhoff EtherCAT Coupler With Integrated I\/O, 4 DI \/ 4 DO, IP20, 0.5 A Outputs - EK1914 \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Beckhoff EK1914 is an EtherCAT coupler that integrates both standard and safety digital I\/Os for streamlined automation control. It enables efficient signal handling and communication while supporting safety-oriented functions within compact, distributed machine architectures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\n.tg  {border-collapse:collapse;border-spacing:0;}\n.tg td{border-color:black;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;\n  overflow:hidden;padding:10px 5px;word-break:normal;}\n.tg th{border-color:black;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;\n  font-weight:normal;overflow:hidden;padding:10px 5px;word-break:normal;}\n.tg .tg-ekg0{background-color:#EFEFEF;font-weight:bold;text-align:left;vertical-align:top}\n.tg .tg-wjcf{background-color:#EFEFEF;text-align:left;vertical-align:middle}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"tg\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"tg-ekg0\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"tg-wjcf\"\u003eNew \/ Never Used Surplus\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-ekg0\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wjcf\"\u003eBECKHOFF\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-ekg0\"\u003eCategory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wjcf\"\u003ePLCs\/Machine Control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-ekg0\"\u003eSubcategory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wjcf\"\u003ePLC Module\/Rack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-ekg0\"\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wjcf\"\u003eEK1914\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-ekg0\"\u003eMax. Output Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wjcf\"\u003e0.5 A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-ekg0\"\u003eCurrent Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wjcf\"\u003e72 mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-ekg0\"\u003eNumber of Digital Inputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wjcf\"\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-ekg0\"\u003eNumber of Digital Outputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wjcf\"\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-ekg0\"\u003eProtection Class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wjcf\"\u003eIP20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-ekg0\"\u003eStatus Display\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wjcf\"\u003e16 LEDs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-ekg0\"\u003eReaction Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wjcf\"\u003e4 ms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-ekg0\"\u003eInput Filter of Standard Inputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wjcf\"\u003e500 µs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-ekg0\"\u003eOutput Current per Standard Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wjcf\"\u003e0.5 A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-ekg0\"\u003eE-bus Power Supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wjcf\"\u003emax. 500 mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhat our Experts Think\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA compact, high-performance servo solution\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Beckhoff AM8121-1F20-0000 from the AM8000 Series delivers precise motion control for demanding automation applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e0.16 kW servo power provides efficient performance\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it ideal for smaller machines, positioning systems, robotics, and motion-intensive equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e48 V DC operation supports flexible machine designs\u003c\/strong\u003e, especially compact systems where space and energy efficiency are priorities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned for precision motion control\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering accurate positioning, smooth operation, and reliable dynamic response.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeamless integration with Beckhoff automation platforms\u003c\/strong\u003e, including \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eTwinCAT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and compatible servo drives, simplifies advanced motion applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact motor design helps save installation space\u003c\/strong\u003e, enabling efficient machine layouts without compromising performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eQ\u0026amp;A\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: What is the Beckhoff AM8121-1F20-0000 Servo Motor?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: The Beckhoff AM8121-1F20-0000 is a compact 48 V DC servo motor from the AM8000 series, designed for precise motion control in industrial automation systems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: What are the key specifications of this servo motor?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: It features 48 V DC operation, 0.16 kW rated power, 0.50 Nm rated torque, 2 Nm peak torque, and 3000 rpm rated speed for responsive motion applications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: What applications is the AM8121-1F20-0000 used for?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: It is commonly used in machine automation, robotics, handling systems, positioning equipment, and compact servo axis applications requiring accurate speed and position control.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: Is this motor compatible with Beckhoff motion systems?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: Yes. 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