Demo
IgH Master Example
Provide a reproducible Linux EtherCAT master entry point to reduce first-integration cost.
EtherCAT to CAN Gateway
ECAN-Lite
Partner
ECAN-Lite is a universal EtherCAT to CAN / CAN FD gateway: it covers CANopen device access while also supporting custom CAN frames, CAN FD extended data, and field protocol-bridge validation.
ECAN-Lite is built for protocol conversion and integration validation between EtherCAT masters and CAN, CAN FD, or CANopen devices, with XML descriptions, igh demo packages, and versioned test binaries.
ECAN-Lite
Software Value
How companion software and release assets speed up validation
Config
XML and CAN Mapping
Ship XML, process-data, and CAN / CAN FD mapping guidance together for master-project checks.
Test
Test Binaries and Release Bundle
Publish test firmware, examples, and documents under one version for lab and field reproduction.
Highlights
ECAN-Lite at a glance
EtherCAT slave plus CAN / CAN FD gateway conversion
EtherCAT slave process data mapping with XML device descriptions
CANopen compatible, with custom CAN frame bridging
CAN / CAN FD frame bridging, cyclic data mapping, and extended-frame transfer
Versioned igh demo, XML, test binaries, and documents
CANopen node scan, object dictionary access, and state management
Interfaces & Status
Key access information
Gateway Topology
Versioned gateway path from EtherCAT masters to CANopen nodes
Gateway firmware, XML, IgH demo, test binaries, and documents are shipped as one reproducible release.
EtherCAT Side
EtherCAT Master Master Project
XML Device Description
CANopen & Assets
CANopen Nodes Servo / IO / Custom
IgH Demo Linux Master Check
Test Bin Lab Reproduction
EtherCAT StateOP / Safe-OPCAN StateClassic / FDCANopen StatePre-Operational / OperationalXML MatchSame Version
Delivery
Release assets and typical scenarios
Release Assets
Each version should publish two documents: product overview and technical manual.
Integration Flow
Import the same-version XML into the EtherCAT master project first.
Consistency Check
Web docs, PDF, XML, binaries, and demo packages should share the same CI release version.
Typical Scenarios
Master Project Validation
Use XML and the igh demo to validate EtherCAT master configuration and process-data mapping.
CAN / CAN FD Protocol Conversion
Bridge standard CAN, extended frames, and CAN FD data for custom device protocols and test links.
CANopen Node Bring-up
When CANopen is required, connect servo, IO, or custom nodes and validate NMT, SDO, PDO, and basic communication.
Versioned Test Reproduction
Release documents, demo, binaries, and XML under the same version for repeatable lab and field tests.
Technical Documents
Product manuals, protocol references, and other PDF-format technical resources.
PDF / EN
PDF / EN
ECAN-Lite Product Overview V2.2
English product overview for capability and release material review.
Released: 2026-06-03
Checksum: SHA256 59410bb0...c198b53e
Download PDF / EN
ECAN-Lite Technical Manual V2.2
English offline guide for wiring, configuration, XML, and test workflow.
Released: 2026-06-03
Checksum: SHA256 85a7ab7f...17a7ab61
DownloadFAQ
Check these points before setup and integration.
Is ECAN-Lite only for CANopen?
No. ECAN-Lite is positioned as a universal EtherCAT to CAN / CAN FD gateway. CANopen is one supported use case, while custom CAN frames and CAN FD gateway conversion are also core capabilities.
Why must the XML match the firmware version?
The XML describes the object dictionary, PDO mapping, and device capabilities. It must match the current firmware; after changing firmware, demo, or test binaries, update the XML as well.
What should be checked before connecting CAN or CAN FD devices?
Check arbitration bitrate, data-phase bitrate, frame type, ID mapping, and cyclic data configuration. For CANopen projects, also check node ID, NMT state, object dictionary access, and PDO mapping.