Safety ECU Slave
The Safety ECU Slave is a compact electronic unit designed for remote management of input and output signals in off-highway and heavy-duty machinery.
Developed to operate as an I/O expander connected to a Master ECU via CANopen, it handles digital inputs and drives ON/OFF or proportional solenoid valves with high reliability and functional safety up to Performance Level D (PL d).
Developed to operate as an I/O expander connected to a Master ECU via CANopen, it handles digital inputs and drives ON/OFF or proportional solenoid valves with high reliability and functional safety up to Performance Level D (PL d).
Featuring a modular design, robust industrial hardware, and a wide supply range (6 – 36 V), the Safety ECU Slave ensures excellent electrical immunity and durability in harsh environments.
Advanced safety features such as watchdog supervision, load-dump and reverse-polarity protection, and EEPROM parameter storage guarantee consistent performance and easy configuration.
Advanced safety features such as watchdog supervision, load-dump and reverse-polarity protection, and EEPROM parameter storage guarantee consistent performance and easy configuration.
It is the perfect solution for manufacturers seeking to extend I/O capabilities safely and efficiently, while ensuring full compliance with CANopen and ISO 13849 standards.
Description
CHARACTERISTICS
- Supply voltage: 6–36 V DC with reverse polarity and load dump protection (ISO 7637-2 Pulse 5a 173 V)
- Communication: configurable baudrate
- Outputs: current control, integrated recirculation)
- Inputs: configurable
- Sensor supply: 5 V – 100 mA max
- Protection: Load-dump, reverse polarity, short circuit
- Memory: external EEPROM for parameters
- Safety functions: Reading safety inputs → sending to CAN / Receiving output currents → PWM control
- Safety protocol: SRDO Producer/Consumer (CANopen Safety, EN 50325-5)
- Microcontroller: uC with watchdog and diagnostics via SBC (System Basis Chip)
- Connector: SICMA-24 (8 outputs + 8 inputs + CAN + power supply + 5 V sensor)
- Operating temperature: –30 °C ÷ +85 °C
- Standards: ISO 13849-1/-2 PL d – ISO 7637 – EN 50325-5 – EMC conform
