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is the open real-time Ethernet network originally developed by Beckhoff. EtherCAT sets new standards for real-time performance and topology flexibility.
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EtherCAT Technology Group

The ETG is a global organization in which OEM, End Users and Technology Providers join forces to support and promote the further technology development.
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ETG News

Members elect ETG Board of Directors at SPS 2024

Dec 2024 | The EtherCAT Technology Group (ETG) traditionally uses the first evening of the SPS trade fair in Nuremberg, Germany, as an opportunity to hold its Membership Assembly – every two years, the board of the EtherCAT user organization is also re-elected as part of this event. This year, all three board members were unanimously re-elected. More...

2024 European EtherCAT Plug Fest strengthens interoperability

Dec 2024 | The second 2024 European EtherCAT Plug Fest which recently took place at the Panasonic Campus in Ottobrunn, Germany, brought together vendors of EtherCAT controllers, devices, codes, and tools. More...

Korean EtherCAT brochure: new version available for download

Nov 2024 | In close cooperation with the ETG office in Korea, the EtherCAT Technology Group has finalized a revised version of the Korean EtherCAT brochure, which is now available. More...

The 2024 Japanese EtherCAT Plug Fest offers a breath of fresh air

Nov 2024 | At the end of October, the 2024 Japanese EtherCAT Plug Fest of the EtherCAT Technology Group (ETG) took place in Yokohama, Japan. The event offered participants a valuable opportunity to test the interoperability of their 9 EtherCAT MainDevices and 10 EtherCAT SubDevices. More...

ETG China concludes successful EtherCAT roadshow in Beijing, Wuhan and Shenzhen

Nov 2024 | At the end of October, ETG China hosted a series of successful seminars in Beijing, Wuhan and Shenzhen, presenting the latest developments in EtherCAT technology. More...

ETG China: new office address

Nov 2024 | Today we announce that the ETG Office China moved to a new address on November 1st, 2024. More...

EtherCAT Technology Group to attend IEEE IECON 2024 in Chicago

Oct 2024 | We are excited to participate in the 50th Anniversary of IEEE IECON, taking place from November 3-6, 2024, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk in Chicago, IL. We invite attendees to visit us at booth #200, located conveniently near the exhibition entrance. More...

ETG to participate at PACK EXPO International 2024 in Chicago

Oct 2024 | The EtherCAT Technology Group will be showcasing at PACK EXPO International 2024, the world's leading packaging and processing event, taking place from November 3-6, 2024. More...

SPS 2024: ETG to showcase at leading automation tradeshow in Nuremberg

Oct 2024 | The highly anticipated SPS – Smart Production Solutions 2024 will take place from November 12 to November 14 at the NürnbergMesse in Nuremberg, Germany. Among the participants, the EtherCAT Technology Group (ETG) will once again feature their renowned joint booth in Hall 5, Booth 310. More...

EtherCAT: fast, precise, flexible

Oct 2024 | The MODEX 2024 show in Atlanta (GA), USA, was a while ago, but our colleagues there shot an exciting video interview with our Executive Director Martin Rostan that we don't want to withhold from you. More...

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Latest Product Entries

i950 by Lenze

Dec 2024 | The intelligent i950 cabinet servo inverter can be easily integrated into modular machine solutions on the basis of prepared technology applications - parameterization instead of programming.

CD_582+FS ECT by TR Electronic

Oct 2024 | Functionally safe encoder with ECT FSoE in standard size 58 mm now available from encoder specialist TR Electronic. Optionally with through hollow shaft or solid shaft.

XMC SERIES (XMC-E08/16/32A, E32C) by LS ELECTRIC

Oct 2024 | EtherCAT-Based motion control system ensuring efficient system environment.

XGK/XGI Series Extension (XGF-XM32E, XGF-PN4B/8B/16B) by LS ELECTRIC

Oct 2024 | Servo Drive control through EtherCAT CoE protocol

XGI-CPUZ Series by LS ELECTRIC

Oct 2024 | The next generation solution featuring high processing power, compact size and strong engineering Environment.

XGB SERIES (XBF-PN04B/08B) by LS ELECTRIC

Oct 2024 | XGB is a micro PLC that offers maximum performance at minimum cost. With its high functionality, XGB supports from simple control system to complex task. XGB offers user-oriented integrated control. Based on its strengths, XGB can be used in many application fields.

EtherCAT Adapter (XEL-BSSCT) by LS ELECTRIC

Oct 2024 | In addtion to EtherCAT masters (XMC-E32A/16A/08A/E32C), XEL-BSSCT EtherCAT Adapter Module offers a total motion solution by providing connectivity with devices such as sensors and analog modules.

Remote I/O IP67 by Lapp

Oct 2024 | IO-Link master as single and multiprotocol, including IO-Link Hub, as well as digital multiprotocol module. Wide temperature range from -40 °C to +70 °C, high degree of protection IP 67 and IP 69K.

Industrial PC IndustrialPI by Pilz

Oct 2024 | IndustrialPI is versatile industrial PC based on the familiar Raspberry Pi technology. IndustrialPI can be used purely as an industrial PC, as an industrial controller (soft PLC) or as an IIoT gateway for your data.

Network-enabled amGardpro interlock by Fortress Safety

Oct 2024 | EtherCAT/FSoE supported on the amGardpro networked range of interlocks and control stations from Fortress Safety

Embedded Systems and Software Services by TÜV SÜD

Oct 2024 | Benefit from our comprehensive portfolio of testing, inspection and certification services for your hard- and software systems. We support you from chip design to overall evaluation of your system.

EMM *EtherCAT Master Module by KSJ

Oct 2024 | The EtherCAT Master can be installed in an existing customer's operating environment by installing this module. The data to be sent and received via EtherCAT communication and the data of the customer's system are sent and received via the DPRAM in the module. 16-bit parallel data bus is required.

RB100 ROS2 Robot Control Board by KSJ

Oct 2024 | Real-time communication from the ROS2 platform from the upper motion system calculation information capture to motion control is realized on a single FPGA-equipped board. Provides an on-board development platform (board, software environment, OS, drivers, communication, etc.).

QEC-RXXMP Series by ICOP

Oct 2024 | ICOP's QEC-RXXMP: A Three-Axis EtherCAT Stepper Motor Controller with Encoder Interface achieving 125μs High-Speed Synchronous control, Supporting CiA402 Communication and G-code Mode.

Augent® OPG550 by INFICON

Oct 2024 | The INFICON Augent® Optical Plasma Gauge is a compact and intelligent solution for vacuum monitoring. It combines two sensor technologies. Gas type monitoring and total pressure measurement.

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