EtherCAT
is the open real-time Ethernet network originally developed by Beckhoff. EtherCAT sets new standards for real-time performance and topology flexibility.
Why use EtherCAT?
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
Sep 2026 | From October 12 to 16, 2026, the Shanghai Industrial Fair (IAS) will take place at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai). The EtherCAT Technology Group (ETG), together with several member companies, will showcase the latest EtherCAT products and solutions at its joint booth, 6.1H-D129.
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Sep 2026 | We cordially invite you to the EtherCAT Seminar 2026 in Portugal, taking place on October 15 in Ílhavo.
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Aug 2026 | The EtherCAT Technology Group (ETG) will host a series of free seminars in Costa Rica, Panama and Colombia this October, bringing Industrial Ethernet expertise to automation professionals across Latin America.The program will visit San José, Costa Rica, on October 12, Clayton, Panama, on October 13, and Medellín, Colombia, on October 15, 2026.
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Aug 2026 | The EtherCAT Technology Group (ETG) will host its EtherCAT Seminar Series Mexico 2026 from October 6 to 8 in Tlalnepantla de Baz, Santiago de Querétaro and San Luis Potosí. The free half-day seminars are aimed at automation professionals, machine builders, device manufacturers, system integrators and other industry representatives interested in industrial Ethernet and EtherCAT technology.
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Aug 2026 | The EtherCAT Technology Group (ETG) will participate in the Industrial Open Networks Fair 2026 on September 11 at the Tokyo Metropolitan Industrial Trade Center (Hamamatsucho). ETG will present the seminar “Latest Trends in EtherCAT and Cyber Security”.
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Jul 2026 | We cordially invite you to the EtherCAT Technology Day 2026 in France, taking place on September 15 in Orsay.
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Jul 2026 | In June and July, the EtherCAT Technology Group (ETG) held its annual regional member meetings in Korea and Japan. Members were informed about the work and results of the technical working groups, the development of the ETG, and global market trends in industrial communications.
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Jul 2026 | The 36th European EtherCAT Plug Fest concluded after two intensive days on July 15 and 16 at SICK’s SIA Campus in Waldkirch, Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany. The event reached full capacity and set a new benchmark for participation with 69 developers from 30 manufacturers.
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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.
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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.
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Latest Product Entries
Sep 2026 | The AC 58 and AC 61 EtherCAT® absolute encoders combine precise position measurement, fast communication, and outstanding durability.
Sep 2026 | TI LP-AM263P - AM263Px LaunchPad™ development kit, EtherCAT Quick Prototyping and Development Platform
Sep 2026 | TI LP-AM261 - AM263Px LaunchPad™ development kit, EtherCAT Quick Prototyping and Development Platform
Sep 2026 | Texas Instruments AM263Px, 400MHz Quad-core Arm® Cortex®-R5F-based high performance MCU with Multi Protocol Support, real-time control, functional safety and security
Sep 2026 | Texas Instruments AM261x, 500MHz Dual-core Arm® Cortex®-R5F-based high performance MCU with Multi Protocol Support, real-time control, functional safety and security
Sep 2026 | RP-3 is an EtherCAT motion control master programmable at any level using different languages.
Aug 2026 | New EtherCAT coupler for WAGO I/O System 755 automatically detects I/O modules, creates a local process image, and combines analog and digital modules for flexible automation.
Jul 2026 | MR-MD333G-N1 is a board-type 3-axis servo amplifier measuring 150 mm × 100 mm. It can drive 10 W to 50 W rotary servo motors (HK-KT053W and HG-AK), contributing to a more compact head assembly while retaining the MR-J5 features.
Jul 2026 | Danfoss iC7 system modules bring compact power to industry and marine applications. Modular, smart, and secure IP00 drives integrate seamlessly into EtherCAT fieldbus networks.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Jun 2026 | CompactPCI® Serial to EtherCAT® SubDevice Interface
Jun 2026 | Compact DIN rail embedded CPU with ARM-A9 processor and Linux
