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AC800 Series Intelligent Machine Controller Hardware User Guide 5 Wiring
5.5.3 EtherCAT Cabling
Networking diagram
With the EtherCAT port, the controller can be connected to various servo drives, slave modules or
expansion modules that support EtherCAT communication.
Figure 5 -15 Connection between CPU module and other devices through EtherCAT port
5.5.4 Requirements on Communication Cable
Connection of RJ45 cable
Connection: Insert the cable connector into the RJ45 port of the communication module until you hear a
click sound.
Figure 5 -16 Connection of RJ45 cable
Removal: Press the release tab of the connector to pull out the connector and module horizontally.
Requirements on Ethernet cable
Use Cat 5e shielded twisted pair (STP) cables with an iron-shelled connector
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Figure 5-17 Requirements on Ethernet cable