Overview
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1 Overview
1.1 What is CANopen?
CANopen is a type of Fieldbus network utilizing CAN (Controller Area Network)
specified by the CiA (CAN in Automation) Association.
Currently, CANopen is utilized in the fields such as machine control, medical
equipment, automotive electronics, and building automation.
1.2 What are the Benefits of Using the CANopen
Communication Module?
Using the network features, controlling and monitoring of the inverter can be
performed via a PLC sequence program or a master device.
Because multiple inverters can be operated with one communication cable, this
reduces the total installation cost. In addition, installation time is reduced and easy
maintenance is made available because installation and routing of cables has become
simpler.
Factory automation can also be easily implemented by linking various auxiliary
devices with a PLC and by utilizing other control systems, such as a PC, for
controlling the inverter.
1.3 Package Content
The product package includes the following components.
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CANopen Communication Module (CCAN-G100): 1 ea
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CANopen User Manual: 1 ea