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Coordinate the whole system.

Five network technologies from controller backbones to field I/O. Compare communication, wiring and application requirements.

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FIVE NETWORKS / CONNECTED AUTOMATION

Choose the network for the system

Compare the application layer, device interfaces and communication requirements before selecting modules.

01Real-time control and information traffic

CC-Link IE TSN

Time-Sensitive Networking brings control and information traffic into one planned network.

  • Deterministic communication

    Time synchronization and scheduling support real-time control alongside TCP/IP traffic.

  • Connected devices

    Connect compatible PLCs, servos and I/O. Typical products support 1 Gbps / 100 Mbps; check model.

  • Architecture and diagnostics

    Flexible topologies and diagnostics. Match switches, device Classes, protocol versions and synchronization support.

Selection consideration

New equipment requiring coordinated motion, fast I/O and production data integration.

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02Data sharing between controllers

CC-Link IE Control

A control-level network for distributed controllers and shared production data.

  • Controller coordination

    Stations exchange data through link relays and registers.

  • Gigabit communication

    1 Gbps, with optical or twisted-pair products depending on module.

  • Reliability and maintenance

    Optical models use dual-loop and loop-back functions; engineering tools diagnose supported modules.

Selection consideration

Distributed controller data sharing or an optical backbone for noisy environments.

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03High-speed field device connections

CC-Link IE Field

Ethernet-based field networking for fast I/O, distributed devices and compatible drives.

  • Gigabit field communication

    1 Gbps with cyclic data exchange and transient messaging.

  • Flexible wiring

    Line, star and ring configurations depend on module. Typical copper segment length is 100 m.

  • Motion and safety

    Synchronous motion or safety communication requires compatible controllers, modules and field devices.

Selection consideration

High-speed I/O, flexible expansion and existing IE Field installations.

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04Lightweight standard Ethernet networking

CC-Link IE Basic

Full name: CC-Link IE Field Network Basic. Software-based cyclic communication for small systems.

  • Software protocol stack

    Compatible Ethernet interfaces provide cyclic communication with less dedicated network hardware.

  • Standard network connections

    Typical 100 Mbps communication using standard Ethernet components, alongside TCP/IP traffic.

  • Straightforward setup

    Configure parameters and IP addresses. Station limits, refresh cycles and line topology support vary by device.

Selection consideration

Small equipment exchanging general I/O and status data; check refresh requirements.

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NETWORK COMPARISON

Five network technologies at a glance

Link speed is not the control refresh cycle. Topology, station limits, motion and safety features depend on the selected devices and software. Check compatible modules and switches.

ComparisonCC-Link IE TSNCC-Link IE ControlCC-Link IE FieldCC-Link IE BasicCC-Link
Application layerField control and information integrationController backbone / control levelHigh-speed field levelSmall field systemsFieldbus
Typical link speed1 Gbps / 100 Mbps by model1 Gbps1 Gbps100 Mbps156 kbps to 10 Mbps
Media and wiringEthernet copper; optical on selected productsOptical dual loop or copper by moduleEthernet copper; line / star / ring by moduleEthernet; star / supported line devicesRS-485; dedicated cable and termination
FocusReal-time control with TCP/IP trafficController data sharingFast I/O; motion / safety by configurationSoftware-based cyclic communicationBit / word data and remote I/O
ConfigurationDevice Class, switches, sync and cyclesControl station, shared data and topologyMaster, stations and link allocationIP addresses, master parameters and refreshSpeed, addresses, occupied stations and termination
Selection considerationPlan control and information togetherController-to-controller data exchangeField response and expansionSmall general-purpose networksExisting compatibility and bus distance
Check the complete system

These are distinct network protocols. Similar Ethernet connectors do not make devices interchangeable; bridging or gateways may be required. Basic denotes CC-Link IE Field Network Basic. Application considerations are guidance.

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