Beckhoff Automation cu1423

The 3-way EtherCAT?G junction enables topology expansions without changes in transmission rates. Line, tree or star ®C EtherCAT G supports almost any topology. The 3-port CU1423 EtherCAT G junction provides a compact solutions to cascade an EtherCAT network. In connection with TwinCAT or other suitable EtherCAT masters, the CU1423 EtherCAT G junction permits the connection or disconnection of EtherCAT?G strands while the network is in operation (Hot?Connect). The device cannot be used as a standard Ethernet switch.