EtherCAT Module

Your Professional EtherCAT Module Supplier

 

Our goal is to become your true partner in the field of 220V China. Guangzhou Finger Technology Co., Ltd. is committed to creating high-performance open CNC systems. We have a skilled engineering team dedicated to refining every stage, from product development and process improvement to production oversight, ensuring every product delivered meets rigorous quality and performance standards. The price is competitive and the product is quality-assured, which is a good choice for your long-term cooperation.

 
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Our company boasts advanced equipment, including 5-axis machining centers, 6-axis robotic arms, SCARA robots, fiber laser marking machines, 3-axis dispensing machines, and vision inspection systems.

 

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Our products are highly sought after and exported to countries and regions such as India, the United States, Turkey, South Korea, Malaysia, Singapore, Iran, Brazil, Vietnam, and Russia.

 

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Our team of experts will recommend the most suitable products according to customer needs and provide detailed consultation, we ensure timely delivery and provide installation guidance, and we provide long-term service support.

 

 

Advantages of EtherCAT Module

Increased productivity: High-speed communication means faster production cycles and improved machine performance.


Flexible data handling: Ethercat slave devices can process tcp data without requiring tcp/ip stack implementation, with processing handled by the master device.


Integrated channel safety: Supports enhanced safety features.

Enhanced flexibility:

Ethercat supports diverse network topologies, making it simple to integrate with new or existing systems. It requires no underlying bus system for network management, and there is no practical limit on the number of slave nodes.

Reduced costs

The simplified system design helps you to minimize wiring complexity, leading to lower overall costs.

Improved quality

Precise control and monitoring helps to ensure higher product quality and reduced downtime.

 

Specification of EtherCAT Module

 

Supported Topologies

Linear, ring, and star

Hardware Interface

IEEE 802.3 for 100BASE-T (twisted pair)

Data Rate

100 Mbps

Duplex

Full Duplex

Features

Auto-negotiation, Auto-crossover (MDI/MDI-X)

Connectors

RJ-45 (2)

Cable

CAT5. CAT5e or CAT6, UTP or STP

Cycle Times

250 µs minimum

Distributed Clock

Subordinate devices that support DC on the network are synchronized with the motion loop of the RMC200

Power

Max Power Dissipation

2.0 W

 

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Features of EtherCAT Module

Exceptional speed: Incredibly short cycle times (under 100 microseconds) with minimal jitter are crucial for precise synchronization and control.


"On-the-fly" processing: Data is processed by your devices as it travels through the network, minimizing delays and maximizing efficiency.


High data throughput: Supports up to 60 kb data telegrams for efficient data transfer.


Flexible topology: Supports various network configurations (line, ring, star, tree), making system integration easier and more adaptable to any workspace.


High bandwidth utilization: Efficiently utilizes available bandwidth to accommodate high data throughput demands.

 

 

Application of EtherCAT Module

EtherCAT modules, leveraging the EtherCAT protocol, are widely used in various industrial automation and real-time control applications, including robotics, machine tools, and packaging machines. They excel in applications demanding high speed, precision, and synchronization, such as those found in semiconductor manufacturing, test benches, and pick & place machines. EtherCAT finds applications in building automation, power generation, and process automation, offering robust and reliable communication for diverse industrial settings.

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Components of EtherCAT Module

 

 

An EtherCAT module typically consists of an EtherCAT Slave Controller (ESC), a physical Ethernet interface, and a process image. The ESC handles real-time communication tasks, the Ethernet interface connects the module to the EtherCAT network, and the process image stores data exchanged with the master device. EtherCAT modules may include features like fieldbus memory management units (FMMUs), SyncManagers, and various I/O interfaces depending on their specific functionality.

 

Packing and Shipping of EtherCAT Module

 

Packing

Wooden box

Shipping

Shipped by road, sea, rail

 

 

FAQ

 

Q: What is the difference between EtherCAT and Modbus?

A: EtherCAT and Modbus are both industrial communication protocols, but they differ significantly in their performance and intended use. EtherCAT is a high-speed, deterministic protocol optimized for real-time control applications, while Modbus, particularly Modbus TCP, is simpler, more widely compatible, and often used for less demanding tasks.

Q: Can I use an Ethernet cable for EtherCAT?

A: For connecting EtherCAT devices only Ethernet cables that meet the requirements of at least category 5 (CAt5) according to EN 50173 or ISO/IEC 11801 should be used. EtherCAT uses 4 wires for signal transfer.

Q: Why use Modbus instead of Ethernet?

A: Modbus TCP is known for its simplicity and ease of integration. It is a straightforward protocol with a simple messaging structure. Ethernet/IP can be more complex to integrate compared to Modbus TCP. It has a more intricate messaging structure and additional layers for device-level communication.

Q: Does EtherCAT require special hardware?

A: EtherCAT uses the standard IEEE 802.3 physical layer. No special hardware is required to implement an EtherCAT network. External switches are not used in an EtherCAT network. Instead, each device embeds a switch.

Q: Does EtherCAT use a MAC address?

A: Through the large bandwidth, there is capacity to transmit additional TCP/IP together with the control data. However, since EtherCAT itself is not based on TCP/IP, there is no need to administer MAC addresses or IP addresses or to have IT experts configure switches and routers.

As one of the leading ethercat module manufacturers and suppliers in China, we warmly welcome you to buy high-grade ethercat module for sale here from our factory. All customized products are with high quality and competitive price.

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