CIP Motion, Safety & Advantages

What is CIP

CIP Motion

It is an extension to EtherNet/IP which enables integration of field devices and motion drives on the same network and at the same time purges the requirement for a separate motion optimized network. This gives lower system cost, improved system performance, and greatly reduced system complexity.

CIP Safety

It provides the capability to have a blend of safety devices and standard devices on the same network or wire for seamless integration and improved flexibility. The safety protocol provides fail-safe communication between nodes such as safety I/O blocks, safety interlock switches, safety light curtains and safety PLCs in safety applications up to Safety Integrity Level (SIL) 3 according to IEC 61508 standards.

Advantages

1. Coherent integration of I/O control, device configuration and data collection.
2. Seamless flow of information across multiple networks.
3. Ability to implement multi-layer networks without the added cost and complexity of bridges and proxies.
4. Minimized investment in system engineering, installation and commissioning.
5. Freedom to choose best of breed products, with the assurance of competitive prices and low integration cost.