EtherCAT® I/O and Control Systems, modular system

With tailor-made bus terminals, KENDRION offers fully tested electromechanical assemblies. Compared to standard solutions, this concepts eliminates logistics efforts and does not require any installation and functional testing.

We offer all required decentralised EtherCAT® terminals for the connection of sensors and actuators inside the switching cabinet with the benefit of modular expandability.

Due to the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, safety-relevant functionality is important. The Kuhnke Safety I/O module is a safety digital input/output terminal which can be integrated anywhere in the modular I/O system.

Modern industry-standard interfaces allow the connection to higher-level controllers as well as the connection of fieldbus devices. The modular PLC is expandable with a Safety PLC and Safety I/O modules.

CODESYS SPS modular FIO I/O terminal EtherCAT with PLC possible.

Kuhnke FIO is a system of I/O modules to link the process signals within an EtherCAT network. It consists of the bus coupler and various I/O modules.

Decreases time expenditure for development, verification and acceptance of safety applications.

Integrated functional safety is state of the art in modern machines. With the certified safety controller FIO Safety PLC and the associated EtherCAT Safety I/O modules, Kendrion offers safety solutions based on the standard CODESYS programming environment and EtherCAT® fieldbus.

Kendrion's FIO Drive and Motion Modules provide efficient and precise motion control, offering flexibility in integration either as a decentralized I/O system or as a stand-alone drive controller. The compact FIO Drive Control Module is versatile, supporting stepper motors and brushless DC featuring EtherCAT® interface compatibility and easy configuration through an integrated web server.

EtherCAT offers a future-proof alternative to Powerlink for your systems. A simple solution for controlling sensors - choose the right technology with Kendrion in a future-oriented way.

A look into the future: From Powerlink to EtherCAT

Three reasons for EtherCAT:

Versatile standard: Ethernet is established across industries, offers broad compatibility and access to a wide range of components and solutions.
Higher performance: thanks to its impressive bandwidth, Ethernet enables efficient and fast data transmission for powerful and responsive systems.
Cost efficiency: compared to dedicated Powerlink components, Ethernet hardware components are often more cost-effective.

Your future is our concern - Kendrion as your technology partner
Kendrion is your reliable partner for a smooth transition to EtherCAT. Our expertise in the automation industry and innovative solutions make us the ideal technology partner.

Integrierte Maschinensicherheit mit EtherCAT und CODESYS: Kuhnke FIO Safety PLC und I/O-Module

Kompakter Antriebsregler: Das dezentrale EtherCAT I/O-Modul „Kuhnke FIO Drive Control“

Kabellose Kommunikation: Kuhnke FIO Controller mit CODESYS SPS und WLAN

Brochures and Flyers, Datasheets

Datasheet | Overview EtherCAT I/O and modular CODESYS PLC (Kuhnke FIO)

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Kendrion is your holistic, future-oriented partner for safety solutions in automated guided vehicles with decades of experience in automation and robotics and relies on standards such as EtherCAT (FSoE) and CODESYS for fully comprehensive integration. Discover our AGV offer: Stepper & Drive Control, Safety PLC, Touch Displays in different sizes and more.

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At Kendrion, we offer a comprehensive range of security solutions tailored to meet diverse requirements. Our advanced I/O modules provide components suitable for both SIL2 and SIL3 applications. With our modular FIO construction system, you have the flexibility to customize the modules to meet your specific needs.

Only need components suitable for SIL2? Take a look at our cost-effective and powerful I/O portfolio. It is based on our renowned FIOs, optimized with state-of-the-art software for reliable safety applications. By integrating an additional independent signal path, these modules ensure an increased level of security for your systems.

For those who require higher safety integrity SIL3, our Safety Modules are the perfect fit. Our modules are designed to deliver uncompromising performance.

Unlike many of our competitors who solely focus on SIL3 solutions, we provide you with various options that align with your individual needs. Whether SIL2 or SIL3, we have the suitable solution for you.

Partner with us to achieve the perfect balance between performance, cost-efficiency, and safety. Elevate your engineering standards with our modern solutions.