BK3150 PROFIBUS Compact Bus Coupler

The Bus Coupler BK3150 for PROFIBUS elongates the Beckhoff Bus Terminal system by a cost-optimized version in a compact housing. Terminals are fortified with the terminal bus extension, up to 255 Bus Terminals can be connected.

The BK3150 is a PROFIBUS Compact Bus Coupler manufactured by Beckhoff. It is designed to connect Beckhoff’s Bus Terminals (I/O modules) to the PROFIBUS-DP fieldbus system, enabling communication between the decentralized I/O and a PROFIBUS master.

Key Features:

• Compatibility: Supports Beckhoff Bus Terminals, allowing integration of a wide range of I/O types.
• PROFIBUS-DP: Complies with PROFIBUS-DP (Decentralized Periphery) standards, enabling fast and efficient communication.
• Compact Design: The compact form factor saves space in control cabinets.
• Diagnostic LEDs: Provides status and diagnostic information via LEDs for easy troubleshooting.
• Flexible Configuration: Supports various I/O modules, making it adaptable to different application needs.
• Bus Terminal Interface: Allows the connection of up to 64 Bus Terminals.

Technical Specifications:

• Fieldbus Interface: PROFIBUS-DP
• Data Transmission Rate: Up to 12 Mbaud
• Number of Bus Terminals: Up to 64
• Dimensions: Compact design, typical for Beckhoff’s couplers
• Mounting: DIN rail mountable
• Power Supply: Via Bus Terminal power supply unit

Suitable for integrating machine control systems with a PROFIBUS network. Industrial Machinery automation for controlling Textile, Garments, Beverage and other systems. The PROFIBUS Bus Coupler offers automatic baud rate detection up to 12 Mbaud and two address cull switches for address assignment.