Product Description

The Beckhoff FB1111-0142 is a versatile EtherCAT piggyback controller board from the FB Piggyback Controller Series, designed to integrate easily into EtherCAT-based devices. At its core, it uses the ET1100 EtherCAT ASIC, which provides full EtherCAT communication capabilities, making it an ideal solution for developers aiming to add EtherCAT interfaces to their products. This controller is particularly beneficial for applications that require seamless and reliable EtherCAT communication.

One of the significant advantages of the FB1111-0142 is its compatibility with the EL9820 evaluation kit, which allows developers to perform comprehensive EtherCAT testing and evaluation with minimal hardware changes. The kit includes the EL9803 adapter board, which simplifies communication through SPI and µ-Controller interfaces, eliminating the need for manual configuration modifications to the FB1111-0142 board during setup and testing.

The FB1111-0142 maintains a consistent form factor across the FB1111 series, ensuring compatibility with other versions within the range. It also features a flexible Process Data Interface (PDI) that supports three different configurations, offering developers flexibility when integrating the board into their devices. Although the PDI configuration area can be manually modified by adjusting resistors, this is generally unnecessary when using the EL9803 adapter, which simplifies the process. Designed for easy integration, this controller board supports complete EtherCAT connectivity and is suitable for devices requiring digital I/O interfaces. Its robust design and the ability to support multiple PDI configurations make it ideal for in-system testing across a range of industrial applications. With UL approval and comprehensive documentation available, the FB1111-0142 is supported by Beckhoff's extensive resources, ensuring reliability, ease of use, and ongoing support for developers working in EtherCAT development environments.