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Downloadable EtherNet/IP connectivity solution enables fast time to market

Innovasic Semiconductor has announced the availability of its RapID Platform connectivity solution for EtherNet/IP adapters. The entire platform can be downloaded directly from the company’s website for a risk-free, no cost evaluation. This is not a demo version, it is fully functional and pre-tested for EtherNet/IP conformance including electronic schematics, bill of materials, and layout files, as well as all necessary software, stacks, and development environment. Evaluation of the download can be performed on hardware via the Internet or at the customer’s site. The solution is centered on the company’s fido communication controller, which handles all EtherNet/IP traffic. The platform can be used as a “network processor” alongside any host microcontroller. It can also be used as a standalone solution with the customer’s application running directly on the platform. All software is royalty-free with no hidden fees. The schematic has been designed to provide robust, long-life, industrial-class performance at low bill of material cost. The Ethernet physical interface includes protection circuitry, bicolour LEDs, and magnetics integrated in the connector. The platform achieves an EtherNet/IP packet interval of 1ms and supports the full CIP specification including Identity, Message Route, Assembly, Connection Manager, Ethernet Link, and TCP/IP Objects.