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 tag-versioned direct-programming 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, direct-programming 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 MasterMaster Project
XMLDevice Description
CANopen & Assets
CANopen NodesServo / IO / Custom
IgH DemoLinux Master Check
Test BinLab 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 Application Manual V3.0
English application manual included with firmware release v2.8.
Released: 2026-08-23
Checksum: SHA256 1ca5c2d8...f58626c4
DownloadPDF / EN
ECAN-Lite Product Overview V3.0
English product overview included with firmware release v2.8.
Released: 2026-08-23
Checksum: SHA256 87977d5b...43155585
DownloadPDF / EN
ECAN-Lite Technical Reference V3.0
English technical reference included with firmware release v2.8.
Released: 2026-08-23
Checksum: SHA256 86e91aad...bc5b874f
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.
Can ecan_demo_app_raw_<tag>.bin be installed through FoE?
No. ECAN-DEMO is a programming-verification image for the ECAN-Lite development board. The complete BIN can be programmed directly, but it does not include FoE functionality. ECAN-Lite-S must use ecan_lite_app_foe_sec_v*.bin and upgrade through EtherCAT FoE.
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.