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Common Industrial Communication Protocols Key protocols used in Industrial
Automation & Control Systems
Ethernet/IP (Ethernet Industrial Protocol)
Type: Ethernet-based industrial network
Developed by: Rockwell Automation, ODVA
Uses TCP/IP and CIP (Common Industrial Protocol)
Applications: PLCs, HMIs, I/O modules, SCADA systems
Features:
o High-speed real-time control & data
o Reliable for control & information sharing
Modbus TCP / RTU
Modbus RTU:
Type: Serial (RS-232/RS-485)
Binary-based protocol
Master-slave communication
Used for industrial meters, sensors, controllers
Modbus TCP:
Type: Ethernet-based version
Uses TCP/IP
Faster, suitable for SCADA & PLCs
Profibus (Process Field Bus)
Type: Serial Fieldbus (RS-485)
Developed by Siemens & PI Organization
Variants:
o Profibus DP (Decentralized Peripherals) - Fast I/O Communication
2. o Profibus PA (Process Automation) - Safe areas, lower speed
Applications: Motors, Drives, PLCs
Data Rate: Up to 12 Mbps
Profinet (Process Field Net)
Type: Industrial Ethernet Protocol
Developed by Siemens
Uses Standard Ethernet with Real-time capabilities
Variants:
o Profinet IO - Cyclic Data Exchange
o Profinet IRT - Isochronous Real-Time for Motion Control
Applications: High-speed automation, robotics
CANbus (Controller Area Network Bus)
Type: Serial, Message-based Protocol
Developed by Bosch
Speed: Up to 1 Mbps (higher with CAN-FD)
Robust, real-time communication
Applications: Automotive ECUs, Industrial Controls, Robotics
DeviceNet
Type: CANbus-based Industrial Protocol
Developed by Rockwell Automation
Speed: Up to 500 Kbps
Topology: Trunk-line / Drop-line
Power + Data in same cable
Applications: Sensors, Actuators, Simple I/O devices
Summary Table
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Robust, Real-time
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Selection Tips
For High-Speed Ethernet Networks: Profinet, Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP
For Cost-Effective Serial Communication: Modbus RTU, CANbus, DeviceNet
For Harsh Industrial Environments: Profibus, CANbus
For Motion Control & Safety: Profinet IRT, EtherCAT
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