The Controller Area Network (CAN) is a serial communication method, which efficiently supports distributed real-time control with a very high level of security through its error process mechanisms and message priority concepts. These features can improve the network reliability and transmission efficiency. Furthermore, CAN supplies the multi-master capabilities and is especially suited for networking “intelligent” devices as well as sensors and actuators within a system or sub-system.

For industrial environments where higher performance and stability is required, the ICP DAS CAN Bus products provide a wide selection of protocol converters and repeaters supporting CAN, CAN Open and DeviceNet. Utility software is provided to assist with configuration and diagnostics.

The CAN Applications include:

• Factory automation • Industrial machine control • Maritime electronic
• Building management system •Aircraft engines