Beckhoff EL1918

Beckhoff EL1918

Overview

The Beckhoff EL1918 is a TwinSAFE digital input terminal with 8 fail-safe inputs for integrating safety sensors into EtherCAT-based automation systems. Designed for use in safety applications up to SIL 3 or PL e, the EL1918 provides reliable signal acquisition and processing directly within the I/O system. It supports TwinCAT Safety and is ideal for safety-related machine control environments.

Key Features

• 8 fail-safe digital inputs

• Supports SIL 3 (IEC 61508) and PL e (ISO 13849-1)

• EtherCAT terminal for TwinSAFE systems

• Short-circuit and cross-circuit detection

• 24 V DC input level

• LEDs for channel diagnostics

• Secure connection via spring-loaded terminals

• Compact 12 mm DIN-rail housing

Technical Specifications

• Part Number: EL1918

• Manufacturer: Beckhoff

• Safety Level: SIL 3 / PL e

• Input Channels: 8 digital fail-safe

• Input Voltage: 24 V DC

• Fieldbus: EtherCAT

• Mounting Type: DIN-rail

• Width: 12 mm

• Operating Temperature: –25 °C to +60 °C

• Protection Class: IP20

• Compliance: IEC 61508, ISO 13849-1

• Certifications: CE, UL

Applications

• Safety-related automation systems

• Emergency stop and light curtain monitoring

• Safety PLC integration with TwinCAT

• Machine and plant safety control

• Distributed fail-safe I/O architecture

Why Choose the EL1918

• High-density safety I/O in compact format

• Certified up to SIL 3 and PL e

• Full integration into TwinCAT Safety environment

• Reliable diagnostics and signal protection

• Ideal for decentralized safety systems

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The Beckhoff EL1918 TwinSAFE input terminal is available and ships worldwide.

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