CANopen Adapter

The CANopen Adapter is a lightweight, highly compatible communication interface device engineered for modern distributed automation systems—designed specifically to rapidly integrate non-CANopen intelligent devices such as Modbus RTU/TCP sensors, serial instruments, PLC expansion modules, HMIs, or custom controllers into CANopen-based master networks (e.g., Beckhoff, B&R, Lenze, Kollmorgen drive systems or PLCs). As a key achievement of our ODOT Innovation (Optimized for Deterministic OT Networking) framework, this adapter not only enables transparent protocol conversion but also enhances determinism and efficiency at the field level through embedded intelligence and optimized communication architecture. In robotics, packaging machinery, medical equipment, renewable energy systems, and building automation—where real-time performance and reliability are critical—CANopen has become the protocol of choice for motion control and distributed I/O, thanks to its streamlined Object Dictionary, efficient PDO/SDO mechanisms, and mature CiA standards (e.g., DS301, DS402). Our CANopen Adapter is purpose-built for this ecosystem: it allows devices without native CANopen interfaces to seamlessly join high-performance networks—without hardware replacement or control logic rewrites. Just one compact Reliable Adapters unit enables “protocol identity transformation,” dramatically reducing integration costs and development time. Built to industrial standards, the series features a metal housing, wide operating temperature (-25°C to +70°C), 2500V electrical isolation, IP20 protection, and compliance with CE, FCC, and IEC 61000 EMC certifications—ensuring long-term stability in harsh environments with EMI, vibration, or power fluctuations. Internally powered by a dedicated ARM Cortex-M microcontroller and CAN controller, it supports standard CAN baud rates (10 kbps to 1 Mbps), master/slave modes, pre-defined master configuration (with LSS support), automatic PDO mapping synchronization, and online SDO parameter access—delivering true Efficient Communication with cycle times as low as 2 ms and zero data bottlenecks. Embodying Smart Technology, the adapter offers intelligent features: users can define custom register mappings via web UI or configuration tools—translating Modbus addresses (e.g., 40001) or ASCII commands into specific CANopen object dictionary indices/sub-indices; it supports multi-channel concurrency, data buffering to prevent loss, auto-reconnection on link failure, and real-time LED diagnostics. Advanced models even integrate edge scripting (e.g., Lua) for local unit conversion, alarm triggering, or logic interlocks—reducing main controller load. Typical applications include: integrating a Modbus TCP thermostat into a CANopen servo network for temperature-speed coordination; in AGVs, publishing RS485 battery management system (BMS) data as CANopen PDOs for real-time state-of-charge monitoring; in medical imaging equipment, converting non-standard serial sensor signals into standardized CANopen inputs to meet safety certification requirements; or enabling a legacy weather station in solar tracking systems to collaborate with inverters via CANopen. We provide a complete engineering ecosystem—including EDS files (CiA 306 compliant), CANopen configuration wizards, TIA Portal / TwinCAT plugins (where applicable), multilingual manuals, and remote firmware updates—to ensure global engineers achieve “out-of-the-box, one-click commissioning.” Choosing our CANopen Adapter means investing in a communication cornerstone rooted in ODOT Innovation—it’s not just a protocol translator, but a “digital passport” for intelligent field devices. Powered by the rugged quality of Reliable Adapters, the flexible configurability of Smart Technology, and the real-time performance of Efficient Communication, customers can rapidly build open, scalable, and responsive distributed Control Systems. Whether developing next-generation OEM equipment or upgrading existing production lines, this adapter delivers exceptional reliability, usability, and future-readiness—as your trusted CANopen connectivity partner.