SPECIFICATIONS
| Model Name | P1-ECT |
| Type | EtherCAT Communication Option |
| Compatible Inverters | Hitachi SJ-P1 Series |
| Protocol | EtherCAT CiA402 Drive Profile |
| Physical Layer | 100BASE-TX (IEEE 802.3) |
| Connector Type | RJ-45 (IN / OUT) |
| Communication Distance | Up to 100 m between nodes |
| Station Address Range | 1 – 99 (via switch) / 1 – 65535 (via config) |
| Operation Mode | Free-run mode (asynchronous) |
| Process Data | PDO free mapping / Mailbox (CoE) |
| Supported Drive Modes | Velocity Mode (CiA402) |
| Ambient Temperature | −10 to 50 °C (Operation) / −20 to 65 °C (Storage) |
| Humidity | 20 – 90 % RH (non-condensing) |
| Vibration Resistance | 5.9 m/s² (0.6 G) at 10 – 55 Hz |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) | 20.5 × 98.0 × 54.5 mm (0.81 × 3.86 × 2.15 in) |
| Weight | Approx. 170 g (0.37 lb) |
| Enclosure Rating | IP00 (Open Frame) |
| Compliance Standards | IEC/EN 61800-3 (C3) / IEC/EN 61800-5-1 (SELV) |
Manuals and Specifications
| Basic Guide | Hitachi P1-ECT EtherCAT Basic Guide (NT2551X) |
SERIES DESCRIPTION
The Hitachi P1-ECT is an EtherCAT communication module designed for integration with the SJ-P1 series inverters.
It enables high-speed, deterministic fieldbus communication using the CiA402 Drive Profile, ideal for factory automation and motion control systems.
The compact module mounts directly into the inverter’s option slot and features plug-and-play RJ-45 ports for easy EtherCAT network connection.
Features
- Enables EtherCAT connectivity for SJ-P1 series inverters
- Dual RJ-45 ports for IN / OUT connections (100BASE-TX)
- Complies with CiA402 Drive Profile for velocity mode control
- Compact 20.5 mm width design with IP00 open frame construction
- Supports PDO free mapping and CoE (SDO, emergency messages)
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