EtherCAT

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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Join the EtherCAT Seminar Series Philippines this July 2026

Jun 2026 | Join the EtherCAT Seminar Series in Philippines this July 2026. The EtherCAT Technology Group (ETG) will make a seminar stop to share why EtherCAT is the fieldbus of choice: Manila on the 7th of July. More...

#SpeedMatters: EtherCAT Seminars in Denmark 2026

May 2026 | Join the EtherCAT Seminar Series in Denmark this June 2026. The EtherCAT Technology Group (ETG) will make two seminar stops to share why EtherCAT is the fieldbus of choice: the first in Vejle on June 23, and the second in Kgs. Lyngby on June 25. More...

EtherCAT Seminar Series Türkiye coming!

Apr 2026 | We cordially invite you to the EtherCAT Seminar Series Türkiye 2026, hosted by the EtherCAT Technology Group (ETG). This May, the ETG will be making two seminar stops in Ankara (May 12) and İstanbul (May 14) to explain why EtherCAT is the fieldbus of choice. More...

Over 100 million nodes: EtherCAT further expands its leading role

Apr 2026 | With 105.2 million nodes, EtherCAT has significantly surpassed the 100-million mark and further solidified its market-leading position in the field of industrial real-time Ethernet systems. In 2025, 16.9 million new nodes were added—a clear sign that growth is accelerating again. More...

UL Solutions certifies EtherCAT's Cyber Resilience

Apr 2026 | UL certificates confirm the EtherCAT Technology Group’s assessment and demonstrate that EtherCAT meets IEC 62443 / CRA requirements for Security Level 2 without modifications. More...

EtherCAT Seminar Series comes to Indonesia, May 2026

Apr 2026 | We cordially invite you to the EtherCAT Seminar Series 2026 in Indonesia, taking place on May 7 in Surabaya. Designed for end users, device manufacturers, system integrators, machine builders, and research institutes, these free seminars offer in-depth EtherCAT knowledge. More...

Join the EtherCAT Seminar Series in Malaysia this May 2026

Apr 2026 | We cordially invite you to the EtherCAT Seminar Series 2026 in Malaysia, taking place on May 12 in Johor, May 13 in Petaling Jaya, and May 14 in Penang. More...

Meet the ETG team @ MODEX 2026

Mar 2026 | From April 13–16, 2026, the EtherCAT Technology Group (ETG) will be present at MODEX, the largest manufacturing and supply chain event of the year, held in Atlanta, USA. Visit ETG at Booth B13507 (Building ABC, Hall B, Level 1) to learn about EtherCAT. More...

EtherCAT at HANNOVER MESSE 2026 – Visit the ETG Joint Booth!

Mar 2026 | We’re pleased to share that EtherCAT will be back at HANNOVER MESSE 2026. Join us from April 20 to 24 at the EtherCAT Technology Group (ETG) Joint Booth in Hall 27, Booth G59, where we will showcase the latest EtherCAT innovations together with 44 co-exhibitors. More...

EtherCAT Seminar Series India coming!

Feb 2026 | We cordially invite you to the EtherCAT Seminar Series India 2026, hosted by the EtherCAT Technology Group (ETG). This March, the ETG will be making three seminar stops in Bangalore (March 24), Pune (March 25) and in Ahmedabad (March 27) to explain why EtherCAT is the fieldbus of choice. More...

Latest Product Entries

E530-EC by ABB

Jul 2026 | E530 servo delivers high positioning accuracy, boosts production efficiency, reduces downtime with smooth operation, and provides reliable, precise motion control for industrial applications.

E550-EP by ABB

Jul 2026 | E550 servo system is part of ABB's general-purpose servo-line, offering precise motion control for diverse mechanical transmissions, supported by reliable quality and also globally certified products.

MBC150 by MECOS

Jul 2026 | The MECOS MBC150 magnetic bearing electronics enables active 5-axis rotor levitation. It has a wide-range power supply, 10-channel amplifier module and motherboard with integrated sensors.

DA360N Series Servo Drives by Shenzhen INVT Electric

Jul 2026 | The DA360N AC servo drive offers high speed, precision, and plug-and-play setup. Certified to global standards, it’s ideal for electronics, batteries, robotics, packaging, and machine tools.

ECS-CPCIs/FPGA by esd electronics

Jun 2026 | CompactPCI® Serial to EtherCAT® SubDevice Interface

CAN-CBX-CPU/A9 by esd electronics

Jun 2026 | Compact DIN rail embedded CPU with ARM-A9 processor and Linux

ECX-Master-Selector by esd electronics

Jun 2026 | Dual Ethernet Master Selector for two redundant EtherCAT®-MainDevices

ECX-ETH-Selector by esd electronics

Jun 2026 | EtherCAT®- / Ethernet-Selector for two MainDevices or Networks

ECS-M.2/FPGA by esd electronics

Jun 2026 | PCI Express® EtherCAT® SubDevice Interface card in M.2-Formfaktor

CAN-EtherCAT/2-FD by esd electronics

Jun 2026 | Gateways for connecting EtherCAT® with CAN FD or CAN CC

Servo Driver, VPV-VD Type by CKD NIKKI DENSO

Jun 2026 | The VPV series of high-performance, high-functionality servo drivers—designed to deliver added value beyond existing drivers through software advancements—now includes the VPV-VD type with EtherCAT communication support.

LR1-ECT by Mitsubishi Electric Automation (China)

May 2026 | Mitsubishi Electric Automation (China) Ltd. LINGLING LR1 EtherCAT slice I/O: ultra-compact 12mm design, native EtherCAT support, up to 32 expandable modules, ideal for space-saving, high-performance industrial automation.

CTi LThot by Optris

Apr 2026 | Optris CTi LThot pyrometer is made for extreme high-temperature environments and reliably operates up to 250 °C ambient without external cooling.

CTi LT by Optris

Apr 2026 | Optris CTi LT pyrometer features one of the smallest IR sensors with 22:1 optical resolution. It offers flexible I/O with selectable analog outputs, multiple digital interfaces, and USB.

Deterministic Real-Time Measurement & Control Platform by KNESTEL

Apr 2026 | Deterministic Real-Time Measurement & Control Platform for high-precision testing and automation – EtherCAT-based synchronization with microsecond accuracy and scalable I/O integration.

 


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