Beckhoff Automation EP2316-0003 Embedded PC Module

Beckhoff EP2316-0003 EtherCAT Box delivers eight digital inputs and eight digital outputs for 24 V DC signals in a compact IP20 housing, functioning as a dense remote I/O extension for EtherCAT networks and enabling close proximity wiring to sensors and actuators. The module wires eight inputs to the upper socket and eight outputs to the lower socket, while an internal, short‑circuit‑protected driver supplies sensor power with a total limit of 0.5 A for all connected sensors, simplifying power budgeting in compact automation configurations. With a 10 µs response time, EP2316-0003 offers deterministic, fast I/O changes ideal for real-time control tasks within TwinCAT and Beckhoff EtherCAT ecosystems. This EP2316-0003 is commonly used to extend digital I/O near field devices in 24 V DC environments such as packaging lines, material handling, and automated assembly cells, providing reliable, plug‑and‑play integration with Beckhoff controllers. The module provides digital I/O only, making it a straightforward option for binary signaling tasks in 24 V automation networks.