Product Description

The EP7342-0002 dual channel DC motor drive from Beckhoff's EP Digital Input Series offers robust and flexible control of brush and inductive motors. Each of its two channels can supply up to 3.5A of continuous output current to power motors effectively within a versatile rated load voltage range from 8 to 48V DC. Frequency modulation of this current is achieved through high-resolution pulse-width modulation at 32kHz, allowing the drive to precisely govern motor speed. This PWM frequency, combined with an exceptional duty factor range from 0 to 100%, enables proportional control of motor torque at all speeds. Controllers can smoothly vary the voltage applied to motors in a closed-loop arrangement, with resolutions of up to 10-bit for output current measurement and 16-bit for speed feedback providing granular oversight of drive operation. Measuring just 126mm in length, the compact EP7342-0002 maintains a space-efficient design well suited for decentralized installations.

Constructed from durable polyamide material, the EP7342-0002 withstands harsh industrial environments. It adheres to IP65, IP66, and IP67 protection standards, shielding internal components from infiltration by dust, water, and other contaminants. This allows for reliable, uninterrupted use even under washing conditions or outdoors. Operating reliably from -25°C to +60°C, temperature extremes do not hinder performance. Additional hardening through conformance with IEC 60068 standards gives resilience to vibration and mechanical shocks.

EP7342-0002 drives simplify the attachment and control of motors through direct mounting onto DIN rails. The absence of any moving parts minimizes service needs. With robust characteristics that endure challenging conditions and precise control delivering versatile application suitability, this compact dual-channel solution proves itself a cost-effective choice for integration into industrial automation systems. Its combination of durability, functionality, and size advantages creates usefulness across diverse industrial sectors.