EtherNet/IP and EtherNet/IP Safety

The FANUC EtherNet/IP Safety provides certified, safety communication between the robot controller and external safety controllers using standard industrial Ethernet networks. Built on the CIP Safety protocol, it ensures reliable, deterministic transmission of safety-critical signals while maintaining compliance with applicable international safety standards. This enables safe and efficient coordination of safety functions without compromising network performance.

By integrating safe I/O, motion monitoring, and network-based safety signals, EtherNet/IP Safety significantly simplifies system architecture. It reduces or eliminates the need for traditional hardwired safety circuits, safety relays, and complex wiring, resulting in faster installation and easier system expansion. The networked approach allows safety devices to be added, reconfigured, or scaled as production requirements change.

Designed for modern automated environments, EtherNet/IP Safety delivers high-performance, flexible, and scalable protection, supporting advanced robotic safety while enabling streamlined, efficient automation system design.

The FANUC EtherNet/IP Adapter option allows the robot controller to operate as a standard EtherNet/IP device, enabling seamless and reliable communication with PLCs, HMIs, and higher-level cell controllers over an industrial Ethernet network. By supporting direct exchange of I/O data, this option eliminates the need for additional gateways or hardware, simplifying overall system design and reducing integration effort.

The adapter provides flexible and scalable support for multiple I/O types, including digital I/O, group I/O, User Operator Panel (UOP) signals, and analog I/O. This versatility allows system designers to efficiently coordinate robot motion, I/O signals, status feedback, and process control within complex automated cells. Data mapping can be tailored to meet application-specific requirements, supporting both simple and advanced control architectures.

Designed for high performance and reliability, the FANUC EtherNet/IP Adapter delivers fast,  communication essential for demanding production environments. Its robust implementation ensures stable operation, improved diagnostics, and consistent performance, making it an ideal solution for modern, network-connected robotic automation systems.

The FANUC EtherNet/IP Scanner option enables the robot controller to actively initiate, manage, and control I/O communication with remote EtherNet/IP devices such as distributed I/O blocks, vision systems, and end‑of‑arm tooling. By allowing the robot to operate as a network scanner, or master, it can directly supervise connected devices and exchange data without relying solely on an external PLC for coordination.

This option supports fast, deterministic data exchange, making it ideal for applications that require tightly synchronized operation, real‑time feedback, and responsive control. The scanner functionality expands the robot’s role within the automation cell, enabling greater flexibility, reduced system latency, and simplified network architecture. Configuration and data mapping are handled through software, streamlining integration and system changes.

Designed for advanced automation applications, the EtherNet/IP Scanner option enhances the robot’s ability to control, monitor, and adapt to devices across the EtherNet/IP network, supporting efficient and scalable cell control.