ABB FECA-01 EtherCAT adapter module provides fast, and simple universal connectivity, enabling ABB low-voltage drives to connect to virtually all brands of controllers and communication networks.
The adapter module is designed to improve drive control and management efficiency by providing a simplified interface thereby improving quality, productivity, flexibility and scalability. In addition, reduces cabling costs. compared with traditional I/O connections, using a network connection reduces mechanical and electrical installation time, reduces downtime, obtains more data at a lower cost, reduces the time and cost of machine expansion or relocation, and provides predictive failure warning by supporting remote data access and diagnostics. FECA-01 adapter module supports open protocol, can be connected to any major PLC, PC tool communication over the installed PLC network. in addition, the module can be connected to almost any automation architecture, provide first-class support resources , support the DLR (device class ring), end users benefit from including mechanical and electrical installation to reduce costs, reduce downtime, boost productivity , lower start-up costs, reduce the cost of maintenance and diagnosis, and quick access to networked hard drives with PC-based startup and maintenance software tools. The CANopen device profile defines direct access to driver parameters and critical time process data communication, , while the control network adapter module supports redundant RG-6 quad shielded cable ( coaxial) for bus connections, and is compatible with all master stations that support the ControlNet protocol. In addition, the module comes with a network access port and supports standard ControlNet objects as well as vendor-specific objects
