In Review

EtherCAT is a very high performance, easy to deploy, open application layer protocol for Ethernet applications.
Synchronization capabilities and full bandwidth utilization make EtherCAT very attractive for motion applications where synchronizing large numbers of drives is required.
EtherCAT saves installation expense by eliminating both Ethernet star topology and all switches, routers, and hubs.
EtherCAT fits well in the spectrum of Ethernet application layers where performance, topology and overall deployment cost are driving factors.