Fixing; Functional Earth (Fe) - Beckhoff EP4378-1022 Manual

Ethercat box with 4 analog inputs, 4 analog outputs, 8 digital inputs/ outputs

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4.1.2

Fixing

Dirt during assembly

Dirty connectors can lead to malfunctions. Protection class IP67 can only be guaranteed if all cables and

connectors are connected.

• Protect the plug connectors against dirt during the assembly.

Mount the module with two M4 screws in the centrally located mounting holes.

4.1.3

The Fixing [} 27] also serve as connections for the functional earth (FE).

Make sure that the box is earthed with low impedance via both fastening screws. You can achieve this, for

example, by mounting the box on a grounded machine bed.

EP4378-1022

NOTICE

Version: 1.4

Mounting and connection

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