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Beckhoff: Machine-mountable EtherCAT box I/O

Beckhoff Automation has introduced the EP9300 EtherCAT box for connection to PROFINET networks; box provides a cost-effective gateway to PROFINET RT devices and networks.

Machine-mountable EtherCAT box I/O
Machine-mountable EtherCAT box I/O

The moisture and dust-resistant EP9300-0022 EtherCAT Box from Beckhoff connects PROFINET RT networks with EtherCAT I/O modules, facilitating local installation in the field. This extends the higher-level network, without the use of a control cabinet, with a subordinate, high-performance and ultra-fast I/O solution. Telegrams are transferred from PROFINET RT to EtherCAT and vice versa, providing seamless integration of the EtherCAT Box I/O modules.