EtherCAT

ECAT-2511-A is the EtherCAT side of a single-strand fibre link. It converts the EtherCAT signal to light on a single-mode SC fibre, reshapes the signal to correct distortion, and isolates bus faults caused by a wire short or disturbance so that they do not spread along the network. Its fibre transmission also helps keep EtherCAT traffic clear of EMS and RFI noise.The unit must be used with ECAT-2511-B, as the two work together as a pair. Because one strand carries traffic in each direction, a matched pair can make better use of existing fibre, which reduces the cost of new fibre installations compared with running dedicated cable for each direction.The 1 x RJ-45 EtherCAT port and single-mode SC port support a station distance of up to 25 km over 100BASE-FX. The unit has reverse polarity protection, a +12 VDC to +48 VDC input range and a DIN-rail mounting option.ApplicationsExtending EtherCAT segments between stations over single-mode fibreSingle-strand fibre links where only one fibre is availableInstallations exposed to EMS and RFI noise

The ECAT-2511-B converts EtherCAT signals to optical signals on a single-mode fibre, reshaping the signal to compensate for distortion along the link. It suits engineers who need to extend an EtherCAT segment over fibre using only one strand, with TX at 1550 nm and RX at 1310 nm on its SC connector.Fibre isolation keeps bus faults caused by a wire short or electrical disturbance from spreading across the link, and the optical path helps the network resist EMS and RFI noise. The converter is designed to work as a pair, so it must be purchased together with its partner, the ECAT-2511-A.The unit has a plastic DIN-rail housing, accepts +12 VDC ~ +48 VDC with reverse polarity protection, and is rated for an operating temperature of -25 ~ +75 °C. Its 4 kV contact ESD protection on each port adds robustness during installation and maintenance.ApplicationsExtending EtherCAT segments over single-strand fibreElectrically noisy industrial environments requiring EMS/RFI immunityProtecting EtherCAT networks from bus errors caused by wire faults or disturbancePairing with the ECAT-2511-A for fibre links between EtherCAT stations

The ECAT-2513 CR is a 4-port EtherCAT junction SubDevice module for building flexible EtherCAT networks. It accepts one inbound connection and offers three outbound RJ-45 ports, so a daisy-chain run can be split into branches, which simplifies cabling in machines and panels.Splitting a network into separately wired sections limits the impact of a fault. If a SubDevice stops responding or a cable is disconnected, only the devices in that section are affected, and the rest of the network can continue to communicate with the Main Device controller. This makes commissioning and fault finding quicker, since each section can be checked on its own.The module supports daisy-chain and star connections, and is designed for DIN-rail mounting in a plastic housing with reverse polarity protection on its +10 ~ +30 VDC supply. The source material also describes a ring-based cable redundancy topology for this product family, which keeps the control system running if a cable fails on one side.ApplicationsConverting daisy-chain EtherCAT networks into branch topologiesSectioning EtherCAT networks to isolate faults and speed up debuggingCable redundancy using a ring topologyDistributed machine and panel wiring with DIN-rail installation

ECAT-2515 CR is a 6-port EtherCAT junction SubDevice module that lets you build branch topologies from a single EtherCAT segment. Its one IN port connects to the upstream network, and its five OUT ports feed separate branches, so you can replace long daisy chains with a more manageable layout.Sectioned wiring makes commissioning and fault finding easier. If a SubDevice fails or a cable is disconnected, only the devices in the same section are affected, and the remaining sections can continue to communicate with the Main Device controller. Each section can then be debugged on its own, which shortens troubleshooting time.The module supports daisy chain and star connection, with up to 100 m between stations over 100BASE-TX. It is EtherCAT conformance test tool verified, has 4 kV contact ESD protection on each port, and mounts on a DIN rail in a plastic housing with reverse polarity protection on its +10 ~ +30 VDC supply.ApplicationsConverting daisy-chain wiring into branch topologySectioned wiring so that a fault affects only one section during debuggingRing-based cable redundancy, as described for EtherCAT junction modules

ECAT-2517 CR is an 8-port EtherCAT junction SubDevice that lets engineers move away from a single daisy-chain run. Its ports (one IN and seven OUT) allow the network to be split into branches or star-style segments, which simplifies cabling in machines and panels where a long serial chain is awkward to route.Because each branch is wired as a separate section, a failed SubDevice or a disconnected cable only affects the segment it belongs to. Devices in the other sections keep communicating with the Main Device controller, so faults can be isolated and debugging carried out section by section rather than halting the whole network.The module supports a cable redundancy layout in which the network forms a ring, so communication can continue through the other side if one cable path is lost. Each port carries 4 kV contact ESD protection, and the unit is housed in a metal casing for DIN-rail installation with a +10 ~ +30 VDC supply input.ApplicationsConverting daisy-chain wiring into branch or star topologyIsolating network faults to individual sections to speed up debuggingRing-based cable redundancy for control systemsDistributed EtherCAT wiring in machine and panel builds

The ECAT-2601 CR is a gateway that connects an EtherCAT network with Modbus and OPC UA systems. Its built-in EtherCAT MainDevice drives EtherCAT SubDevices directly, and a shared data exchange buffer makes their I/O data available to Modbus masters over Modbus TCP and Modbus RTU (slave).Engineers will value that it connects to SubDevice PDO without requiring an ESI file and supports third-party EtherCAT SubDevices. Free Run mode is supported, the minimum cycle time is 125us, and it reconnects to SubDevices within 10 seconds after power-on. User-defined SDO startup entries can be set, and configuration is handled through the built-in web interface over HTTP/HTTPS.An OPC UA Server in the firmware lets standard OPC UA clients connect without custom development, covering machine-to-machine communication as well as links to SCADA systems and cloud platforms. The ordering code ECAT-2601 CR denotes the RoHS-compliant version, and the unit mounts on DIN-rail.ApplicationsMachine-to-machine data exchange between EtherCAT and Modbus systemsVertical integration of EtherCAT machines with SCADA systemsConnecting EtherCAT machines to cloud platforms via OPC UAIntegrating third-party EtherCAT SubDevices into Modbus or OPC UA networks

The ECAT-2610 CR brings serial RS-232/422/485 equipment into an EtherCAT control system without modifying the connected device. It presents as an EtherCAT SubDevice on the network side and as a Modbus RTU Main Device on the serial side, so the controller receives the serial data as ordinary I/O.Protocol conversion takes place inside the gateway, so no PLC function blocks are required. It exchanges up to 256 WORD of input and 256 WORD of output data, and the serial port supports baud rates up to 115200 bps. Two RJ-45 EtherCAT connectors are provided, with a maximum distance of 100 m between stations over 100BASE-TX.The ordering code includes a CA-0915 DB9 male to DB9 female cable, 1.5 m. The unit has a plastic housing for DIN-rail mounting, accepts +12 VDC to +48 VDC input and is rated for operation from -25 to +75 °C.ApplicationsRetrofitting older automation devices into modern EtherCAT communication structuresIntegrating serial RS-232/422/485 devices into EtherCAT control systems

ECAT-2610-DW is a gateway that converts EtherCAT to Modbus RTU, so a serial device on its RS-232/422/485 port can be integrated into an EtherCAT network. It also integrates PM-3033/3133/3114/3112 power meter SubDevices, with the Main Device reaching their RxPDO and TxPDO data through a configuration file supplied by ICP DAS.The unit suits system integrators who want to retro-fit older automation equipment into modern EtherCAT structures. Several power meters can be connected at once, supporting more diversified energy management programs. The source notes a simple installation and configuration process.The gateway is supplied as the CR ordering code with a CA-0915 DB9 Male to DB9 Female cable, 1.5 M. It is certified to CE, UKCA, FCC, RoHS and WEEE and mounts on a DIN-rail in a plastic housing.ApplicationsRetro-fitting older automation devices into EtherCAT control systemsEnergy management and power monitoring with multiple power metersIntegrating Modbus RTU serial devices into EtherCAT networks

The ECAT-2611 CR is a protocol converter gateway that connects EtherCAT and Modbus RTU networks. It operates as a SubDevice on both sides and passes I/O data between them, so an EtherCAT Main Device and a Modbus RTU Main Device can exchange data through its internal data exchange buffer.It suits system integrators who need to bring older serial automation equipment into an EtherCAT architecture. The serial protocol conversion is handled in the module, so no PLC function blocks are required and the connected device needs no hardware or software changes.This CR ordering code includes the CA-0915 DB9 male to DB9 female cable, 1.5 M, for connecting the serial port. Key figures include a 10 ms cycle time, up to 256 WORD input and 256 WORD output data, and serial communication up to 115200 bps.ApplicationsRetrofitting older Modbus RTU automation devices into EtherCAT communication structuresExchanging I/O data between an EtherCAT Main Device and a Modbus RTU Main DeviceIntegrating serial Modbus RTU equipment into EtherCAT-based machine control systems

The ECAT-M801-16AX CR is a PCI Express EtherCAT MainDevice board that gives a PC direct control of up to 16 motion axes over EtherCAT. Its built-in CPU handles the axis and I/O processing, which lowers the load on the host PC and keeps timing deterministic for motion applications.The board combines EtherCAT motion control with 13 digital inputs, 13 digital outputs and two encoder interfaces on a single card. Synchronised motion functions such as E-GEAR and E-CAM, virtual axes and multi-axis linear interpolation are supported, with EtherCAT cycle times down to 0.5 ms and up to 512 nodes on the network.A second CPU provides EtherCAT communication retention, so the network connection and process recipe are maintained even if the operating system or an application crashes. This ordering code is supplied without cable and daughter board.ApplicationsMotion controlI/O controlData acquisition system

The ECAT-M801-16AX/S CR is a PCI Express EtherCAT MainDevice board for PC-based motion and I/O control, supporting up to 16 axes and up to 512 EtherCAT nodes. Its onboard CPU handles the multi-axis motion and I/O functions, which reduces the processing load on the host PC.The board provides synchronised motion (E-GEAR and E-CAM), virtual axes and multi-axis linear interpolation, with an EtherCAT cycle time of up to 0.5 ms. On board are 13 digital inputs, 13 digital outputs and 2 encoder interfaces with compare trigger outputs, so common machine signals and feedback can be wired directly to the card.The /S variant is supplied with a DN-26, a CA-1515M and a CA-2615M, so it is ready to connect on delivery. Its second CPU supports EtherCAT communication retention, which is intended to keep EtherCAT communication and process recipes running if the operating system or an application crashes.ApplicationsMotion controlI/O controlData acquisition system

The ECAT-M801-32AX CR is a PCI Express EtherCAT MainDevice card for PC-based motion and I/O control. Its onboard CPU handles multi-axis motion and I/O functions, which reduces the processing load on the host PC. It supports up to 32 axes and up to 512 slaves, making it suited to larger machine layouts built around EtherCAT.The card combines synchronised motion features such as E-GEAR and E-CAM with virtual axes and multi-axis linear interpolation. Onboard I/O comprises 13 digital inputs and 13 digital outputs, plus two encoder interfaces with compare trigger outputs. A second CPU supports EtherCAT communication retention, which is intended to keep EtherCAT communication and process recipes running if the operating system or a program crashes.This ordering code is the 32-axis version supplied without cable and daughter board, so it suits users who already have the necessary cabling or prefer to source it separately. The manufacturer lists this variant as being phased out.ApplicationsMotion controlI/O controlData acquisition system

The ECAT-M801-32AX/S CR is a PCI Express EtherCAT MainDevice board for PC-based multi-axis motion and I/O control. Its built-in CPU handles the axis and I/O functions, which reduces the processing load on the host PC. It supports up to 32 axes and up to 512 EtherCAT nodes, with an EtherCAT cycle time of up to 0.5ms.Motion features include synchronised motion (E-GEAR, E-CAM), virtual axes and multi-axis linear interpolation. The board carries 13 digital inputs, 13 digital outputs and two 32-bit encoder interfaces with compare trigger output, so encoder feedback and discrete I/O can be handled on the same card.This variant is supplied with a DN-26 and cable accessories. A second CPU supports EtherCAT communication retention, which is intended to keep EtherCAT communication and process recipes running even if the operating system or an application crashes.ApplicationsMotion controlI/O controlData acquisition systems

The ECAT-M801-8AX CR is a PCI Express EtherCAT MainDevice board for PC-based motion and I/O control. Its built-in CPU handles multi-axis motion and I/O functions, which reduces the processing load on the host PC. It supports up to 8 axes, up to 512 slaves and EtherCAT cycle times down to 0.5 ms.Motion features include synchronised motion (E-GEAR and E-CAM), virtual axes and multi-axis linear interpolation. On board are 13 digital inputs, 13 digital outputs and two 32-bit encoder interfaces with compare trigger outputs. A second CPU supports EtherCAT communication retention, which the source states keeps EtherCAT communication and process recipes running even if the OS or a program crashes.This ordering code is supplied without cable and daughter board. The /S variants, such as ECAT-M801-8AX/S CR, include a DN-26, a CA-1515M and a CA-2615M.Up to 8-axis motion control on a PCI Express x1 boardEtherCAT cycle time up to 0.5 ms and up to 512 slavesSynchronised motion with E-GEAR, E-CAM, virtual axes and linear interpolation13 DI (sink/source) and 13 DO (open collector, sink)Two encoder interfaces, 32-bit, up to 1 MHz, with compare trigger outputSecond CPU for EtherCAT communication retentionApplicationsMotion controlI/O controlData acquisition system

The ECAT-M801-8AX/S CR is a PCI Express EtherCAT MainDevice board for PC-based motion and I/O control. It runs up to 8 axes of motion control on its own built-in CPU, which reduces the processing load on the host PC. It also provides 13 digital inputs, 13 digital outputs and 2 encoder interfaces on the board.Synchronised motion functions include E-GEAR and E-CAM, together with virtual axes and multi-axis linear interpolation. The EtherCAT cycle time goes down to 0.5 ms, and the master can control up to 512 slaves. A second CPU supports EtherCAT communication retention, so communication and the process recipe can continue if the operating system or a program crashes.This variant is supplied with a DN-26 terminal board and the CA-1515M and CA-2615M cables, so it is ready to wire up on installation. The manufacturer lists this ordering code as being phased out.ApplicationsMotion controlI/O controlData acquisition system

ECAT-M808-16AX CR is a PCI Express EtherCAT MainDevice card for PC-based motion and I/O control. It handles up to 16 axes and up to 512 EtherCAT slaves, with synchronised motion functions such as E-GEAR and E-CAM, and it carries its own CPU to take the EtherCAT and motion workload off the host PC.On board, the card provides 13 digital inputs, 13 digital outputs and 2 encoder interfaces with compare trigger outputs, so it can combine axis control with local I/O in a single PCIe slot. A second CPU with EtherCAT communication retention technology is designed to keep EtherCAT communication and process recipes running if the operating system or application crashes.This ordering code is supplied without cable and daughter board. Choose the -16AX CR variant when you need a 16-axis MainDevice and plan to source the cabling and daughter board separately, or select the /S version if you want the DN-26 and CA cables included.ApplicationsMotion controlI/O controlData acquisition system

ECAT-M808-16AX/S CR is a PCI Express EtherCAT MainDevice board for PC-based motion and I/O control. Its built-in CPU handles multi-axis motion and I/O functions on the card itself, which reduces the processing load on the host PC.The board supports up to 16 axes, up to 512 EtherCAT nodes and EtherCAT cycle times down to 0.5 ms. Motion features include synchronised motion with E-GEAR and E-CAM, virtual axes and multi-axis linear interpolation. A second CPU provides EtherCAT communication retention, so bus communication and process recipes can continue if the operating system or an application crashes.On board you get 13 digital inputs, 13 open-collector digital outputs and two 32-bit encoder interfaces with compare trigger outputs. This version ships with a DN-26 and two cables. Note that the base ordering codes exclude the cable and daughter board.ApplicationsMotion controlI/O controlData acquisition systems

The ECAT-M808-32AX CR is a PCI Express EtherCAT MainDevice board for engineers building multi-axis motion systems in a PC. It handles up to 32 axes of motion control with an on-board CPU, so much of the real-time work is taken off the host PC and its processor load is reduced accordingly.The board combines motion control with local I/O: 13 digital inputs, 13 open-collector digital outputs and 2 encoder interfaces with compare trigger output. Synchronised motion (E-GEAR, E-CAM), virtual axes and multi-axis linear interpolation are available, with an EtherCAT cycle time of up to 0.5 ms and support for up to 512 slaves.A second CPU with EtherCAT communication retention technology is designed to keep EtherCAT communication and the process recipe running even if the operating system or an application crashes. This ordering code is supplied without cable and daughter board.ApplicationsMotion controlI/O controlData acquisition system

The ECAT-M808-32AX/S CR is a PCI Express card that turns a PC into an EtherCAT MainDevice for up to 32 axes of motion control. Its built-in CPU handles the axis and I/O processing, which reduces the load on the host PC. The card runs EtherCAT cycles as fast as 0.5 ms and can manage up to 512 slaves on a single network.On board, the card provides 13 digital inputs, 13 digital outputs and two encoder interfaces with compare trigger outputs. Motion features include synchronised motion using E-GEAR and E-CAM, virtual axes and multi-axis linear interpolation, so it suits coordinated machine motion as well as general I/O control.A second CPU provides EtherCAT communication retention, which keeps EtherCAT communication and process recipes running if the operating system or a program crashes. This suits engineers building motion or data acquisition systems that need the network to stay stable. The /S variant includes a DN-26 and cables.ApplicationsMotion controlI/O controlData acquisition system

ECAT-M808-64AX CR is a PCI Express EtherCAT MainDevice board that lets a PC run multi-axis motion and I/O control over EtherCAT. Its built-in CPU handles the motion and I/O functions, which reduces the load on the host PC. The board supports up to 64 axes and up to 512 slave nodes, with an EtherCAT cycle time of up to 0.5 ms.Synchronised motion is available through E-GEAR and E-CAM functions, together with virtual axes and multi-axis linear interpolation. On-board I/O comprises 13 digital inputs and 13 digital outputs, plus two 32-bit encoder interfaces with compare trigger output. A second CPU provides EtherCAT communication retention, so the EtherCAT link and process recipe can continue running even if the operating system or an application crashes.This ordering code is supplied without cable and daughter board, as stated in the ordering information. The board carries CE, UKCA, RoHS and WEEE marking and is rated for an operating temperature of 0 ~ +60 °C.ApplicationsMotion controlI/O controlData acquisition system

The ECAT-M808-64AX/S CR is a PCI Express EtherCAT MainDevice board for PC-based motion and I/O control. It controls up to 64 axes and up to 512 slaves, with an EtherCAT cycle time down to 0.5 ms. Its built-in CPU handles the motion and I/O functions, which reduces the processing load on the host PC.Motion features include synchronised motion (E-GEAR and E-CAM), virtual axes and multi-axis linear interpolation. The board also provides 13 digital inputs, 13 digital outputs and 2 encoder interfaces with compare trigger outputs, so encoder feedback and discrete I/O can be handled on the same card.A second CPU supports EtherCAT communication retention, keeping EtherCAT communication and the process recipe running if the operating system or an application crashes. This ordering code includes a DN-26 and a CA-2615M, and the board is supplied with CE, UKCA, RoHS and WEEE certification.ApplicationsMotion controlI/O controlData acquisition system

The ECAT-M808-8AX CR is a PCI Express EtherCAT MainDevice board for PC-based multi-axis motion and I/O control, supporting up to 8 axes and up to 512 slaves. Its onboard CPU handles the motion and I/O functions, which reduces the processing load on the host PC.The board integrates 13 digital inputs, 13 digital outputs and 2 encoder interfaces with compare trigger outputs. Synchronised motion functions such as E-GEAR and E-CAM, virtual axes and multi-axis linear interpolation are included. A second CPU with EtherCAT communication retention keeps the network running and recipes uninterrupted if the OS or a program crashes.This ordering code is supplied without cable and daughter board. The -S variants of the series include a DN-26, a CA-1515M and a CA-2615M, so choose the standard CR code if these accessories are not required.ApplicationsMotion controlI/O controlData acquisition system

The ECAT-M808-8AX/S CR is a PCI Express EtherCAT MainDevice card for PC-based motion and I/O applications. It supports up to 8 axes and up to 512 EtherCAT slaves, and its onboard CPU handles the multi-axis motion and I/O functions, reducing the processing load on the host PC.Onboard I/O comprises 13 digital inputs (wet contact, sink/source) and 13 open-collector sink outputs, plus two encoder interfaces with compare trigger outputs. Synchronised motion modes including E-GEAR and E-CAM, virtual axes and multi-axis linear interpolation are available for coordinated machine control.This variant is supplied with a DN-26 and cables, so it is ready to connect on delivery. A second CPU provides EtherCAT communication retention, helping keep the network and process recipe running even if the operating system or application crashes.ApplicationsMotion controlI/O controlData acquisition system