7.4.3 ETHERCAT AND PROFINET
FIG. 23 – Ethercat card FIG. 24 – Profinet card
The card is equipped with two interfaces 10/100 Base-T RJ45. The individual contacts of the RJ45 port are assigned
according to the "T 568-B" standard.
Ethernet patch or crossover cables in CAT5e quality or better can be used as the connection cable. CAT5e is an
Ethernet network cable standard defined by the EIA/TIA. CAT5e cable runs are limited to a maximum recommended
run length of 100m.
BDF DIgital recommends shielded cables for environments where proximity to power cable, high power or RF
equipments may introduce crosstalk.
Note that in the Ethercat there is an input and an output connector, while in the Profinet their order connection is free.
FIG. 25 - Type of cables
ANY OPERATION MUST BE MADE ONLY WITH CONVERTER NOT POWERED.
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