Lovato VLBXL04 EtherCAT logic unit accessory for VLB variable speed drives, designed for fieldbus communication, drive integration and industrial automation control systems.
£433.72
The Lovato VLBXL04 is a dedicated EtherCAT logic unit designed for use with Lovato VLB variable speed drives. It provides fieldbus communication capability for compatible drive systems, making it a practical accessory for industrial automation, machine control and panel-building applications.
This logic unit enables compatible VLB drives to communicate over EtherCAT, supporting integration with PLCs, controllers and high-speed automation networks. It is ideal for machine builders and maintenance engineers who require structured drive communication, remote control and parameter access within connected motor control systems.
Designed specifically for the Lovato VLB drive series, the VLBXL04 is a compact accessory supplied as a single unit. Its lightweight construction and modular design make it suitable for drive panel builds, retrofit upgrades and industrial automation systems where EtherCAT communication is required.
EtherCAT communication allows compatible drive systems to exchange data with PLCs, controllers and industrial automation equipment using a high-speed Ethernet-based fieldbus protocol. This supports precise communication for control, diagnostics, monitoring and parameter management.
The Lovato VLBXL04 is intended for compatible VLB drive installations where EtherCAT communication is required. It helps support connected automation systems, enabling efficient integration of variable speed drives into machinery and industrial control networks.
| Series | VLB Accessories |
|---|---|
| Product type | Logic unit with fieldbus |
| Accessory type | EtherCAT logic unit |
| Compatible drive range | Lovato VLB variable speed drives |
| Communication port | EtherCAT |
| Application | Drive communication and automation integration |
| Package quantity | 1 |
| Package dimensions | approx. 180 × 135 × 35 mm |
| Weight | approx. 200 g |
| Volume | approx. 850.5 cm³ |
| EAN | 8013975225585 |
| HS code | 85049090 |
| Conformity | EN 61800-5-1, UL61800-5-1, CSA 22.2 No. 274 |
| Certifications | cULus, EAC, RCM |
| EMC Filter | None |
The Lovato VLBXL04 is used as an EtherCAT logic unit for compatible Lovato VLB variable speed drives.
No. The VLBXL04 is not a drive. It is a fieldbus logic unit accessory designed for use with compatible Lovato VLB drives.
The VLBXL04 supports EtherCAT communication for compatible drive and automation systems.
The VLBXL04 is designed for use with compatible Lovato VLB variable speed drives.
The VLBXL04 has certifications including cULus, EAC and RCM, with conformity to relevant drive accessory standards.
Lovato drive accessories are used by panel builders, automation engineers and machine manufacturers to support reliable communication, efficient setup and practical integration of industrial motor control systems.
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