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
Oct 2025 | ETG is attending the IIFES 2025 from November 19-21 in Tokyo. The show will continue to play the role of a platform for innovation, collaboration, and co-creation in Japanese manufacturing, and the theme of the event is that IIFES will be at the center of this, working with a variety of exhibitors to lead the future of manufacturing, and the future of Japan.
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Aug 2025 | We cordially invite you to the EtherCAT Technology Days Sweden 2025, hosted by the EtherCAT Technology Group (ETG). This September, the ETG will be making seminar stops in Eskilstuna (September 16) and in Trollhättan (September 18) to explain why EtherCAT is the fieldbus of choice.
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Aug 2025 | From September 23 to 27, the Shanghai Industrial Fair (IAS) will kick off in grand style. At the event, the ETG will once again collaborate with domestic and international member organizations to showcase the latest products and solutions featuring EtherCAT technology at the joint booth (Booth Number: 6.1H - D129), offering attendees a feast of cutting-edge technological innovations.
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Jul 2025 | As we prepare for the EtherCAT Roadshow 2025 in Brazil, we’re pleased to announce that our updated EtherCAT brochure is now available in Portuguese!
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Jul 2025 | We are excited to announce the EtherCAT Roadshow 2025 in Brazil, taking place from July 30 to August 6, 2025. Join us for a series of free, half-day seminars in Campinas, São Caetano do Sul, Caxias do Sul, and Curitiba.
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Jul 2025 | Visit the ETG booth 1-N03 at the TECHNO FRONTIER 2025 from July 23 to 25! We will show EtherCAT products that are being sold and supported in Japan.
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Jul 2025 | Device compatibility and interoperability are important factors for the success of a communication technology. The EtherCAT Technology Group (ETG) attaches great importance to this and has recently published the Chinese version of the ETG.7010 EtherCAT Conformance Guide to provide EtherCAT users with important guidance and reference.
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Jun 2025 | With a few days to spare, we would like to take the opportunity to share with you a little wrap-up of the EtherCAT seminar series held last week in the USA. Under the new name EtherCAT CONNECT, we invited all EtherCAT enthusiasts and those who want to become one to locations in Boston, Chicago, Atlanta, Denver and Houston.
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Jun 2025 | Join us on June 24 in Shenyang for the EtherCAT Technology Day, hosted by ETG and supported by Beckhoff China. Whether you're new to EtherCAT or experienced – gain compact insights and fresh ideas.
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Jun 2025 | We will be attending the Integrated Automation, Motion & Drives (IAMD) event in Shenzhen, China, from June 4 to 6, 2025, at the Shenzhen Convention and Exhibition Center.
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Latest Product Entries
Oct 2025 | QEC-PPC-M-090T is a 9" PPC EtherCAT MDevice built for real-time HMI + control. With a dual-core VEX2, EtherCAT and application/UI can run concurrently on dedicated cores, enabling real-time control.
Oct 2025 | QEC-RXXCFFG is an EtherCAT SubDevice featuring isolated 32-ch DIO, 2-ch 16-bit AIO, and 1 Serial (RS232/485). It measures 107.45 x 49 x 77.31 mm and weighs only 370g, and supports DIN-rail mounting.
Oct 2025 | QEC-M-02 is an EtherCAT MDevice with PLC function and HDMI display, powered by the VEX2 processor. EtherCAT and application/UI can run concurrently on dedicated cores, enabling real-time control.
Oct 2025 | b maXX 6500: extremely compact mono units for large outputs up to 315 kW with high peak power and reduced installation space.
Aug 2025 | TwinCAT PLC++ is the next PLC generation in TwinCAT. Runtime and engineering are improved, creating significant added value, and the switch is easy to make while preserving current TwinCAT functions.
Aug 2025 | The maxon High Efficiency Joints are highly integrated, modern robotics actuators that feature robust gears, integrated electronics, dual-loop encoders and a state-of-the-art impedance controller.
Jul 2025 | Harmonic Drive's series of integrated actuators features high precision gearing combined with a brushless servo motor, magnetic dual absolute encoders and an Integrated Servo Drive with EtherCAT® communication.
Jul 2025 | Harmonic Drive's Low Profile series of integrated actuators features high precision gearing combined with a brushless servo motor, magnetic dual absolute encoders and an Integrated Servo Drive with EtherCAT® communication.
Jul 2025 | Hiteco Powertech 400 series ATC electrospindles are ideal for machining wood and aluminum. They can reach up to 16 kW with electric fan or liquid cooling for intensive processing.
Jul 2025 | Hiteco Robotech HX 3C series ATC electrospindles are ideal for machining aluminium and composite materials. They can reach up to 25 kW with liquid cooling for intensive processing.
Jul 2025 | H4-lab’s QCAT106 is an extremenly compact 6-port EtherCAT® switch that enables easy integration of EtherCAT® communication in embedded systems.
Jul 2025 | H4 lab is a Canadian R&D company dedicated to the design of bleeding edge robotic products and offering development services. Our expertise comprises but is not limited to the EtherCAT® protocol.
Jul 2025 | Triductor Technology released its ESC chips in Q4 2023, including the TR8253 (integrates current‐mode PHYs and support 16 digital I/Os) and the TR8211 (support 32 digital I/Os). They are widely used in industrial applications, such as distributed I/O systems, motor control, sensors, robots, etc.
Jul 2025 | The TR8253‐EVB EtherCAT SubDevice Evaluation Board is an easy‐to‐use and flexible development plattform. Designers can evaluate the TR8253 EtherCAT functions in EtherCAT SubDevice applications with MCUs or DSPs via PDI interfaces, such as SPI, HBI and SQI.
Jul 2025 | ADLINK’s EtherCAT solution integrates hardware, middleware, and software for real-time automation, featuring Softmotion control, ECAT I/O, and hot-swappable modules, ensuring efficiency, precision, and reliability.
