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Table of Contents
Preface About This Manualix

Who Should Use This Manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix
What This Manual Contains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix
Related Publications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x

Chapter 1 EtherNet/IP Media System Quick Start

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Understanding Your Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Planning Your Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Selecting and Laying Out Network Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Which data rate should be used?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Channel requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Network security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Network access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Hubs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Number of ports needed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Placement of network components (environment commensurate with
manufacturer’s limits) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Bulkhead feed-throughs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Patch panels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Selecting cable to suit the environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
When to use shielded, balanced twisted-pair (STP/ScTP) or unshielded
twisted pair (UTP) cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Grounding shielded cables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Know your segment lengths and limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Planning your cable routing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Installing cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Terminating cable ends. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Connecting network devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
IP65/IP67 sealed connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Verifying and troubleshooting the network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Certifying the network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
MICE Tutorial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
How to Use the MICE Concept in Your Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Examples of Mitigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Chapter 2 Overview of the EtherNet/IP Media System

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Industrial Control System Applications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Information applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Control applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

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Basic Media Components of an EtherNet/IP Industrial Control System . 15
Ethernet backbone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Routers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Hubs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Bridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Ethernet switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Gateways . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Network segments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Direct connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Standard 8-way modular connectors (RJ45) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
EtherNet/IP sealed 8-way modular connector housings . . . . . . . . . 18
4-pole M12 D coded connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Cord Sets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Rules for mixing 2-pair and 4-pair cabling in the same channel. . . . 22
Cord sets providing connectivity between connectors of the samefamily . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Cord sets providing connectivity between two connector families . 24
Cord sets providing crossover function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Modular Network Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Bulkhead feed-throughs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Patch panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Wiring examples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Enclosures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Chapter 3 Planning Your EtherNet/IP Copper Cabling

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Planning Your System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Determining connectivity to the backbone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Network security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Determining the number of ports and/or device ports . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Terms to Know . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Copper Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
8-way connector pin out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
4-pole M12 “D” coded connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Constructing Cord Sets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
8-way Modular Crossover Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Conversion from One Connector Family to Another . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Straight-through conversion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Crossover conversion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Channel and Link Lengths and Limits for Copper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Patch cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Use of EtherNet/IP Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Use of Shielded Cables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
General Wiring Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Planning Your Cable Routing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Categorize conductors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Routing conductors inside or outside enclosures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Wiring external to enclosures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Raceway layout considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Pathways. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Wiring inside enclosures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Building Wiring and Ground Methods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
TN-C wiring and ground scheme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
TN-S wiring scheme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45iv

Grounding and Bonding for Performance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Star/multi-star earthed bonding system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Equipotential bonding system (highly meshed) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Grounding shielded cable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Controlling earth currents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Connecting shielding with equipotential bonding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Designing an installation with non-earthed reference voltage . . . . . . 53
Earthing and Bonding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Selecting Copper Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Two-pair versus four-pair cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Oil- and chemical-resistant jackets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Plenum-rated cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Riser-rated cables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Weld splatter-resistant cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
High-flex cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Extension cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Number of Connections in a Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
IP65/IP67 sealed connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Placement of Active Network Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Selecting and locating I/O . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Use of bulkhead feed-throughs and cable glands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Ambient Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Surge Suppression . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Use of Ferrite Beads and Cores . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Chapter 4 Planning Your EtherNet/IP Fiber Optic Cabling

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Types of Fiber Optic Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
ST connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
SC connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
LC connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Fiber Optic Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Operating wavelengths by fiber type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Bandwidths by fiber type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Core and cladding diameters by fiber type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Types of Fiber Optic Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Simplex and zipcord. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Distribution cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Breakout cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Loose-tube cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Armored cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Aerial cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Choosing a Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Planning and Installing Fiber Optic Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Conduit and innerduct . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Cable plant hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Breakout kits. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Splice enclosures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Splice panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Patch panels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Racks and cabinets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Fiber Optic Installation Guidance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Water protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Local and national fire codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Pulling Fiber Optic Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71v

Pulling tension. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Chapter 5 Network Installation

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Installing the Horizontal Cabling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Bend radius . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Pull strength . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Terminating the Fixed Horizontal Cable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Types of cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Field-terminating cable ends. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Terminating 8-way modular plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Terminating UTP cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Terminating an M12-4-pin connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Terminating ScTP cabling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Cable Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Installing Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Installing Bulkhead Feed-Throughs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Installing the Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Connection of Verification and Maintenance Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Optical fiber cabling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Patch cords, equipment cords and work area cords . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Chapter 6 Verification of your EtherNet/IP Network

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Verifying Terminated Cable Segments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
List of recommended specialized equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Channel test configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Permanent link test configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
What should be verified? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Wire map test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Wire map for straight-through cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Wire map for crossover cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Reversed pairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Transposed or crossed pairs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Split pairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Examples of incorrect wire mapping. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Physical Length vs. Electrical Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Length limits for permanent links and channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Your EtherNet/IP Network

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Tools for Determining Network Failures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Test tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Passive testers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Active test tools. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Network Verification. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Network Certification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Diagnostic error counters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Determining if you have a network failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Quick troubleshooting process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Detailed troubleshooting process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Common symptoms/causes of failures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98

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Chapter 8 Certifying your EtherNet/IP Network

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When to Perform Certification. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
What Should Be Certified . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Tools Required for Network Certification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Electrical Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Certifying Terminated Cable Segments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
100-ohm, twisted-pair transmission performance and field test
requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Test Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Channel test configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Permanent link test configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Physical and electrical lengths . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Insertion loss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Cabling return loss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108

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Preface

About This Manual

Who Should Use This ManualThis manual is intended for use by control engineers responsible fordesigning, implementing, and maintaining industrial control systems using
EtherNet/Industrial Protocol (EtherNet/IP™). It describes the required
media components and how to plan for, install, verify, troubleshoot andcertify your network.

What This Manual Contains
This manual provides:

•
•
•
•
•

A quick start
An overview of Ethernet media in a control application
Guidelines for planning your EtherNet/IP media network
Guidelines for verifying and certifying your EtherNet/IP media network
Procedures for troubleshooting your EtherNet/IP media network

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Related Publications
Refer to the current version of the following publications for additional
information on planning your EtherNet/IP network:• ANSI/TIA/EIA-568 series for generic cabling systems• Draft ANSI/TIA-1005 Industrial Telecommunications InfrastructureStandard for Manufacturing, Process & Refining• IEEE 1100 Wiring and Grounding Specification• ISO/IEC 11801 for generic cabling systems• Draft ISO/IEC 24702 Information Technology - Generic Cabling Industrial premises• Draft IEC 61918 Digital data communication for measurement andcontrol. Profiles covering installation practice for fieldbus
communications media within and between automation islands

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IAONA Industrial Ethernet Planning and Installation GuideODVA EtherNet/IP Specification
CSA C22.1 Canadian Electric Code for Canadian-based systems
IEEE 518 Guide for the Installation of Electrical Equipment to
Minimize Electrical Noise Inputs to Controllers from External Sources• IEEE 802.3 Telecommunications and information exchange between
systems - local and metropolitan networks - Part 3• NFPA 70 (National Electric Code) U.S.-based systems

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EtherNet/IP Media System Quick Start

This chapter provides an overview of considerations for planning yournetwork and selecting appropriate media components. It provides guidance
for installing Control and Information Networks as defined by the Common
Industrial Protocol (CIP)–both inside and outside the automation island. If
your network is to be installed as a Generic Telecommunications
Infrastructure, you should consult BICSI (Building Industry Consulting
Services International) and ISO 61918 for installation guidance.

Understanding Your Environment
Your environment can be categorized by three distinct environmental
classifications for four types of conditions: mechanical, ingress, climatic
chemicals and electromagnetic. These environmental classifications are
addressed in the Mechanical Ingress Climatic and EMC (MICE) table in
Table 1.1 on page 1.2. The MICE table can be used to determine yourenvironment class. The design, installation and component selection foryour network should take your environment class (as defined by the MICE
table) into consideration.
To identify your environment class, determine which classification best
describes your environment for each category (M, I, C, and E). There arethree ways and combinations to build your system to meet the requirementsof your environment:

1. Select components for direct application in your environment. (No extra
protection against the environment is needed.)

2. Select components that do not fully meet the requirements ofyour environment. (Additional protection, isolation and/or
separation will be required.)
3. Select components based on any combination of the above two.
(Only minor protection, isolation and/or separation is required.)

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For example, your environment may have noise levels equivalent to thosedescribed in MICE E3 (EMC 3). If you have selected cabling componentsthat only meet MICE E1, you will need to provide additional isolation and/or
separation in the form of attenuation from the noise sources. In this case,conduit is one means of providing the required isolation and attenuationfrom noise sources. See “MICE Tutorial” on page 9 for further information
on how to apply the MICE concept to your design.

Table 1.1 Environmental Classifications for MICE

M1

M2

M3

40 ms-2

100 ms-2

250 ms-2

Displacement amplitude (2-9Hz)

1,5 mm

7,0 mm15,0 mmAcceleration amplitude(9-500 Hz)

5 ms-220 ms-2

50 ms-2

Mechanical
Shock/bump(1)Peak acceleration

Vibration

Tensile force(2)See Note 2

Crush

45 N
over 25 mm (linear) min.

1100 Nover 150 mm (linear) min.

2200 Nover 150 mm (linear) min.

Impact

1J

10 J

30 J

Bending, flexing and torsion(2)See Note 2
I1

I2

I3

12.5 μm

50 μm

50 μm

None

Intermittent liquid jet<=12,5 l/min>= 6,3 mm jet> 2,5 m distanceIntermittent liquid jet<=12,5 l/min>= 6,3 mm jet> 2,5 m distanceandimmersion(<=1 m for <=30 minutes)

C1

C2

C3

Ambient temperature-10 °C to +60 °C-25 °C to +70 °C-40 °C to +70 °C

Rate of change of temperature

0,1 °C per minute

1,0 °C per minute

3,0 °C per minute

Humidity

5% to 85%(non-condensing)

Ingress
Particulate ingress (dia. max)

Immersion

Climatic Chemicals

Solar radiation

700 Wm-2

Liquid pollution(3) contaminants

1.2

5% to 95%
(condensing)
1120 Wm-2

1120 Wm-2(Concentration X 10-6)

Sodium chloride (salt/sea
water)

0

<0,3

<0,3

Oil (dry-air concentration)(2)0<0.005<00.5

Sodium stearate (soap)None

5 X 10^4 aqueous
non-gelling>5 X 10^4 aqueous gelling

Detergent

None

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Table 1.1 Environmental Classifications for MICE (Continued)

Conductive materials insolution

None

Temporary

Present

Gaseous pollution contaminants

Mean/Peak(Concentration X 10-6)

Mean/Peak(Concentration X 10-6)

Mean/Peak(Concentration X 10-6)

Hydrogen sulphide<0,003/<0,01<0,05/<0,5<10/<50Sulphur dioxide<0,01/<0,03<0,1/<0,3<5/<15Sulphur trioxide (ffs)<0,01/<0,03<0,1/<0,3<5/<15Chlorine wet (>50% humidity)<0,0005/<0,001<0,005/<0,03<0,05/<0,3

Chlorine dry (<50% humidity)<0,002/<0,01<0,02/<0,1<0,2/<1,0

Hydrogen chloride-/<0,06<0,06/<0,3<0,6/3,0Hydrogen fluoride<0,001/<0,005<0,01/<0,05<0,1/<1,0<1/<5<10/<50<50/<250<0,05/<0,1<0,5/<1<5/<10<0,002/<0,005<0,025/<0,05<0,1/<1

E1

E2

E3

Ammonia
Oxides of Nitrogen
Ozone
Electromagnetic
Electrostatic discharge - Contact(0,667 μC)

4 kVElectrostatic discharge - Air(0,132 μC)

8 kV
3 V/m @ 80-1000 MHz
3 V/m @ 1400-2000 MHz
1 V/m @ 2000-2700 MHz

Radiated RF - AM
Conducted RF
EFT/B

3 V @ 150 kHz-80 MHz

10V @ 150 kHz-80 MHz

500 V

1000 V

Surge (transient ground
potential difference) - Signal,line to earth

500 V

1000 V

Magnetic Field (50/60 Hz)

1 Am-1

Magnetic Field (60-20000 Hz)

3 Am-130 Am-1

ffs(1)

Bump: the repetitive nature of the shock experienced by the channel shall be taken into account.

(2)

This aspect of environmental classification is installation-specific and should be considered in association with IEC 61918 and theappropriate component specification.

(3)

A single dimensional characteristic, i.e, concentration x 10-6, was chosen to unify limits from different standards.

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Planning Your Network
The process for planning and laying out your Ethernet network should
consist of the following steps:

1. Determine the type of application:a. Informationb. Control
2. Consider your information system as part of the CIP network:
a. Determine placement of major components such as switches
and devices. A device is any Ethernet-enabled interface
except switches (input/output, HMI, PLC, NIC, etc.)
b. Determine the length of the cabling needed to reach eachdevice. End-to-end cabling is referred to as the “channel,”
which includes equipment cords and patch cords. The
placement of switches may need to be adjusted to meet
Ethernet’s 100 m (328 ft.) segment limit and to accommodate
devices.
c. Determine operating environmental conditions based on theenvironmental classes in the MICE table (Table 1.1 on
page 1.2), including shock and vibration, temperature, ingress
protection requirements, the presence of chemicals andelectrical noise.
d. Select and order materials based on environments.
e. Install the network.
f. Verify the network.
g. Certify the network.
3. Consider your control system:a. Determine placement of major components such as switches
and devices.
b. Determine the length of channel cabling needed to reacheach device. The placement of switches may need to be
adjusted to meet Ethernet’s 100 m (328 ft.) segment limit.
c. Evaluate your grounding system.
d. Determine environmental requirements based on the MICE
table (Table 1.1 on page 1.2), including shock and vibration,
ingress protection requirements, temperature, the presence ofchemicals and electrical noise.
e. Select and order materials based on above requirements.
f. Plan your installation to provide adequate protection fromdamage by machinery.
g. Plan your installation to provide maximum isolation/separationfrom noise-generating devices.
h. Install the network.
i. Verify the network.
j. Certify the network.

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Selecting and Laying Out Network MediaThe following presents an overview of primary considerations for selecting
appropriate media and laying out your network.

Which data rate should be used?
For the best noise immunity, use the lowest data rate at which yourapplication will run (10 Mb/s and 100 Mb/s), keeping in mind that opticalfiber generally provides higher noise immunity than other cabling options.

Channel requirements
Component selection should be based on current and future bandwidth andapplication needs:• 2-pair or 4-pair cabling• CAT 5, 5e, 6• Optical fiber
The minimum cabling performance that will support EtherNet/IP is Category
5 as defined by ANSI/TIA/EIA-568-B.2 Annex N. There are reasons to
select one category of cabling over another. In general, the higher the
category, the better the cabling performance. Another consideration isbalance. Category 5e, 6 and the newest proposed category, known as
augmented 6 or Category 6a, will support current applications such as
1 Gb/s and 10 Gb/s. Generally speaking, the greater the cabling category,the less EMC protection that is needed. Consult your cable supplier for
guidance on EMC protection for the specific cable being used.

Network security
Network security is beyond the scope of this manual. However, the control
network should be properly isolated from the office environment and theInternet. Security is provided through the use of gateways, firewalls, routers
and/or appropriate security software.

Network access
Careful consideration should be given to the placement of access ports toprevent unauthorized connection of devices into control networks. Cabinets
housing control networks should not be accessible to unauthorized
personnel. Cabling components should be protected from damage bymachinery or tampering. (See Chapter 3.)

Hubs
Careful consideration also should be given to the use of hubs. Hubs are
generally discouraged in control applications. They do not provide security
and do not help to control collisions among signals from devices
concurrently accessing the network media. Collisions cause transmission
retries or dropped frames and increase jitter in control systems.

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Switches
Switches provide connections that eliminate collisions. In control
applications where real-time data access is critical, network switches should
always be considered in place of hubs. Selecting switches that have theability to provide full duplex, Internet Group Management Protocol (IGMP)
snooping and port mirroring is beneficial in troubleshooting.

Number of ports needed
While planning your network, you must determine the number of switches
you will need and the number of ports for each switch chassis. Each
network device will require a corresponding switch port for connection to the
network. The number of ports per switch chassis also depends on yourphysical network layout. Provide for growth of at least 20 percent in case of
system expansion. (See Chapter 3.)

Placement of network components (environmentcommensurate with manufacturer’s limits)
Placement of network components should be carefully planned to minimize
cable lengths and the effects of the environment. Network components
should be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications andconsidering the environment as defined in the MICE table (Table 1.1 on
page 1.2).

Bulkhead feed-throughs
Bulkhead feed-throughs should be used whenever connectivity through an
enclosure is required. A bulkhead feed-through provides a cable passage
through an enclosure wall. The most common types of bulkhead
feed-throughs are either connector assemblies or cable glands. The
connector or cable gland should be located within the enclosure wall tominimize liquid and dust ingress and cable abrasion. For performancereasons, consult your manufacturer on the number of bulkhead
feed-throughs allowed within a channel or link.
Plan your mounting location so that the connector is not exposed to damage
from plant activity.

Patch panels
Patch panels should be used to maintain system flexibility in a control
network to accommodate frequent adds, moves and changes. Patch panels
require additional space that may not be available on machines and/or inmachine areas. Patch panels and additional connections within a channel
also may affect the network’s mean time between failures (MTBF).

Selecting cable to suit the environment
Cable should be selected and installed in accordance with the planning andinstallation guide, local and national regulations, manufacturer’s
specifications and considering the environment as defined in the MICE
table (Table 1.1 on page 1.2).

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When selecting cable, the jacket construction must be compatible with thetemperature and contaminants in the environment. Cable jackets andconductor insulation may be easily damaged at extreme temperature
ranges. Chemicals can be absorbed into the cable jacket and wire
insulation, causing plastic deterioration and performance degradation.
Isolation and/or separation may be used to convert a harsh environment to
a compatible environment.
Do not overlook the cable’s electrical specifications over the temperature
range. Commercial, off-the-shelf cables may not meet industry performancerequirements over expanded temperature ranges. Cable jackets andconductor insulation may be easily damaged at extreme temperature
ranges. See the MICE table (Table 1.1 on page 1.2), Chapter 3 (copper
cable) and the Fiber section of Chapter 4 (fiber cable).

When to use shielded, balanced twisted-pair (STP/
ScTP) or unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cable
STP/ScTP cable (Sc = screened) provides an added level of noise
immunity. If your cable is to be installed in a high noise environment, thenshielded cable or an alternative media such as optical fiber should beconsidered. See the MICE table (Table 1.1 on page 1.2) and Chapter 3.

Grounding shielded cables
Single point grounds are very important for reducing or eliminating groundloops in shielded communications cables. See Chapter 3.
Consult the installation data sheet for each device installed for that device’s
grounding requirements. Most hub/switch manufacturers require theirequipment to be grounded. Note that grounding the equipment will groundthe shield when connected via a shielded 8-way modular connector or ashielded M12-4 “D” coded connector. A single-point ground can beachieved by installing a standard unshielded plug at one end of the channel.

Know your segment lengths and limits
The length of your segment is dependent on the cable. See Chapter 2 andChapter 3 for maximum channel/link lengths when using stranded typecables in the channel.

Planning your cable routing
Route your cable as described in Chapter 3 of this manual.

• Ιf your application is in a high noise environment, plan to use STP/
ScTP cabling or alternate media such as optical fiber. “MICE Tutorial”
on page 9 for detailed information.

• Cable segments should be as short as possible. It is not advisable tocoil up excess cable.

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Installing cable
Install the cable per the manufacturer's requirements for bend radius andpull strength. (See Chapter 5) Consult the cable manufacturer when
installing UTP cables in a conduit as metal can affect electricalperformance. Avoid routing near equipment that generates strong electric or
magnetic fields. (See Chapter 3 for more information.) Cables must be
properly supported to prevent damage using hangers and raceways. Cable
support loading requirements also must be observed to prevent cable
crushing.

Terminating cable ends
The performance of your system depends on cable termination. Carefulcable end preparation will help you to install the connector onto the cable.
(See Chapter 5.)

Connecting network devices
Connect devices to your network per the manufacturer's instructions. Be
aware of electrostatic discharge (ESD) build-up on cables. Cables should
be discharged to earth prior to connecting into active ports. Cables may begrounded with a grounding patch cord terminated to earth ground via a low
impedance path-to-ground such as a bonded rack, grounding bus bar orbuilding metal. A grounding patch cord consists of a patch cord with a plug(or jack if needed) on one end of the cable and all conductors terminated
together with a clip or lug to terminate to ground.

IP65/IP67 sealed connectors
Use the appropriate connectors for your environment(s). If cables andconnectors will be exposed to liquids or dust, use IP65/IP67 sealed
connectors (See Chapter 2) and bulkhead feed-through connectors. For
more information on environmental aspects, see the MICE table (Table 1.1
on page 1.2) and the“MICE Tutorial” on page 9.

Verifying and troubleshooting the network
The user is strongly encouraged to verify each cable segment for proper
connection and level of performance. Off-the-shelf cable testers areavailable. (See Chapter 6). Correct all errors/faults before placing cabling
system into service. (See Chapter 7 for more information on
troubleshooting.)

Certifying the network
The user is strongly encouraged to certify each cable segment for proper
connection and level of performance. Off-the-shelf cable testers areavailable. (See Chapter 8.) Correct all errors/faults before placing cabling
system into service. (See Chapter 7 for more information on
troubleshooting.)

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MICE Tutorial
MICE is a relatively new concept in which an installation environment can
be classified in terms of environmental and EMI levels. Table 1.1 on
page 1.2 defines three classifications for Mechanical, Ingress, Climatic andElectromagnetic levels, thus the name MICE. These levels begin at the low
end (M1I1C1E1), which best describes most office spaces, and extend tothe higher levels that best describe typical industrial spaces (M3I3C3E3).

OfficeLt. Industrial

Industrial

M1
I1
C1
E1

M2
I2
C2
E2

M3
I3
C3
E3

Figure 1.1 MICE classifications.

Not all areas fall exclusively into one classification. For example, anautomation island may have mechanical shock at >150 ms, whereby it may
be classified as an M3 environment. The environment may only have light
dust consistent with the levels in I2. Temperature in the areas where thecables and equipment are routed/installed may be 65 degrees C. In whichcase, the climatic classification in the automation island is C2. The
machinery in the automation island may consist of welding robots that
produce EMI levels in the E3 classification. This MICE environment canthen be summarized as M3, I2, C2 and E3.

Generic Infrastructure
Wiring

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me ns
p
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qu atil, E unicom m
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Machine Wiring

Factory F
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MICE 1 or
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MICE 3Work Are
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Not all areas fall exclusively into one classification. For example, anautomation island may have mechanical shock at >150 ms, whereby it may
be classified as an M3 environment. The environment may only have light
dust consistent with the levels in I2. Temperature in the areas where thecables and equipment are routed/installed may be 65 degrees C. In whichcase, the climatic classification in the automation island is C2. The
machinery in the automation island may consist of welding robots that
produce EMI levels in the E3 classification. This MICE environment canthen be summarized as M3, I2, C2 and E3.

How to Use the MICE Concept in Your Application
As a network designer, you should be aware of the environment in the areas
where cabling and equipment will be installed. By systematically classifying
the environments in installation areas, decisions can be made oncomponent selections and additional mitigation needs. Cabling systems canbe designed using all enhanced components that require no mitigation. In
some cases, this may restrict flexibility or may present cost or availability
issues. The concept allows the designer to balance component cost (andavailability) with mitigation costs, thereby designing the most robust,
cost-effective cabling system as shown in Figure 1.3. Mitigation can be
broken down into two forms: separation and isolation.

Component
Cost

Enhancements

Most cost
Effective

Technically
FeasableandIsolation

Separation
Installation
Cost andComplexity

Figure 1.3 Enhancement, isolation and separation

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Examples of Mitigation
Mitigation simply converts one MICE environment into another that iscompatible with the cabling components and equipment to be installed.

Example 1
The proposed component and targeted installation area are classified asshown in Table 1.2.
Table 1.2 Example 1 MICE Classifications

Component

Environment

M1

M3

I3

I1

C3

C2

E2

E3

Since the component does not map directly in to the environment, theenvironment must be mitigated. The harsh M3 environment can beconverted to an M1 by shock-mounting the equipment in an enclosure. The
high EMI can be reduced by using a metal EMI shock-mounted enclosure,thereby solving both the M3 and E3 problems as shown in Figure 1.4.

Component

Environment

M1

M3

I3

I1

C2
E2

C2
E3

Shock Mount
Shock Mounted
Metal Enclosure
Metal Enclosure

Figure 1.4 Mitigation for example 1.

Example 2
Here, cable rated for an E2 environment is to be installed in an environment
with E3 EMI levels as shown in Table 1.3.
Table 1.3 Example 2 MICE Classifications

Cable

Environment

M1

M1

I3

I1

C2

C2

E2

E3

Since the selected cable does not meet the EMI requirements, somemitigation is required. Mitigation can be solved with separation and/or
isolation. Figure 1.5 shows how this can be done in a raceway.

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Component

Environment

M1
I3

M1
I1

C2

C2

E2

E3

Ethernet
Comms Cables

High Voltage/
Noise

Figure 1.5 Mitigation for example 2.

By providing physical separation between the high EMI conductors and thecommunications cabling, the noise coupling will be reduced. An additional
reduction in noise coupling can be achieved by adding a metallic wall
between the conductors, thus providing isolation. Either or both of these two
methods may be independently sufficient to reduce the noise coupling or
may be required to together.

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Overview of the EtherNet/IP Media System

Industrial Control System Applications
Ethernet is widely used in the business world for information applications.
The technology has widespread availability, familiarity, and cost benefits,
making it attractive for use in industrial control systems as well. However,industrial information and control applications have some inherent
differences, resulting in the requirements described in the following
sections.

Information applications
Typically, industrial information applications are used to download
programmable logic controller (PLC) programs, monitor processes, gather
statistics, process data, and report diagnostics. Performance for these types
of applications is not as critical as it is in a control application where speed,
throughput, response time, and downtime are critical to a manufacturing
process.

Control applications
Industrial control applications require fast response times and maximum
network availability. These two attributes are of the highest importance.
Intrusion into the network must be limited by the use of firewalls or wirelessbridges. The installation of the network must be robust enough to prevent
mechanical damage and noise ingress that could cause degradation of the
network's performance, resulting in manufacturing process downtime.
Some commercial, off-the-shelf Ethernet products are not compatible withindustrial environments such as those found in industrial manufacturing
plants. Among the problems encountered with some off-the-shelfcommercial products:• Poor cabling balance, including active interfaces,• Performance degradation caused by temperature and/or humidity,• Impedance tolerance in excess of +/-5%, resulting in high system
reflections,

•
•
•
•

Chemical incompatibility,
Susceptibility to electrical noise,
Vibration-related failures, and/or
Damage due to bending and flexing.

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These types of hostile environments require components designed forindustrial use. Otherwise, careful planning, the added expense of additional
separation and/or isolation and/or other circuits may be needed. As an
example, cabling not rated for IP65/IP67 may need to be placed in
enclosures. Cables not designed for high noise environments may need to
be isolated by installing them in conduit or otherwise separating them fromhigh noise generating and conducting devices.
An example of an EtherNet/IP control system is shown in Figure 2.1.

Figure 2.1 System diagram.

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Basic Media Components of an EtherNet/IP Industrial
Control System
Ethernet backbone
The Ethernet backbone is the part of the network that handles the major
network traffic. It employs the highest speed transmission paths in the
network and may also run the longest distance. A backbone can span alarge geographic area or be small enough to be contained in a single
cabinet. Smaller networks (or subnets) are attached to the overall network's
Ethernet backbone.
Note: If your network traffic is information and control, the backbone
cabling should be 4-pair copper, and/or optical fiber. If the network traffic is
control only, then any ODVA-recognized media is acceptable (such as 2-pairand 4-pair copper cabling or optical fiber.)Routers
Routers are used to segment LANs in order to balance traffic within
workgroups and are used as “firewalls” to filter traffic for security purposes
and policy management. Routers are also used at the edge of the network
to connect remote locations.
A typical architecture connects several routers together via a high-speed
LAN topology such as Fast Ethernet or Gigabit Ethernet. Routers areconnected to the backbone, allowing all networks in an enterprise to work
together.
Routers operate at the Network Layer of the OSI Model and up. They can
only route a message that is transmitted by a routable protocol such as
Internet Protocol (IP). Because routers have to inspect the network addressin the protocol, they do more processing and add more latency than abridge or switch (see the following sections), which both work at the Data
Link Layer (Layer 2). Because of the processing overhead, I/O data cannot
be passed through a router in real time.

Hubs
A hub is a central connecting device in a network. It joins communicationslines together in a star configuration. Also sometimes called “multiport
repeaters,” hubs regenerate the data bits in order to maintain a strong
signal.
When designing your control system, it is important to understand that all
devices connected to a hub compete for the network media, resulting incollisions and decreased network bandwidth. As a result, hubs are moresuitable for use in information networks than in control networks.
Important: Hubs are not recommended for control applications due tocollisions that can occur on high traffic systems.

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Bridges
Bridges are devices that connect two network segments together. Thesesegments may be of similar or dissimilar types. A bridge is inserted into a
network to “segment it” so that traffic can be contained within each segment
to improve performance.

Ethernet switches
Over the last decade, hub technology has been supplanted by a new,high-speed switch technology that allows traffic between any two ports on
the switch to pass through without contention. Switches are basicallymulti-port bridges that can simultaneously move frames between pairs ofports at full wire speed.
For example, a 16-port 10BaseT hub shares a 10 Mbps bandwidth with all
16 attached nodes. By replacing the hub with a switch, each sender/
receiver pair has the full 10 Mbps capacity, so a 16-port full-duplex 10BaseT
switch would effectively have an 160 Mbps bandwidth, supporting 8 virtualconnections, supporting 8 pairs as shown in Figure 2.2. A switch segments
a network into many parallel dedicated lines to produce a contention-freearchitecture.

Figure 2.2 Hub versus switch system.

Switches are available for both standard 10/100 Mbps Ethernet and 1 Gbps
gigabit Ethernet. In a control application in which real-time data access iscritical, network switches are required in place of hubs.

Gateways
The term “gateway” can have different meanings. It may refer to a device
that performs protocol conversion between different types of networks orapplications. Such gateways function at the Transport Layer of the OSI
Model and above. They perform complete conversions from one protocol toanother, rather than simply supporting one protocol from within another.
Sometimes routers can implement such gateway functions.

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A gateway can also mean a device that acts as a go-between, connecting
two or more networks that use the same protocols. In this case, the gateway
functions as an entry/exit point to the network. Transport protocol
conversion may not be required, but some form of processing is typically
performed.

Network segments
A network segment is a group of functionally associated devices connected
together and isolated by bridges, routers or switches. Networks maybe
divided into multiple segments for security and to improve traffic flow byfiltering out packets that are not destined for the network segment.

Direct connections
Direct connections from one device to another via a single Ethernet cable
are possible as shown in Figure 2.3. No hubs, switches, or other connective
devices are used. The appropriate crossover cable will be required unless
your device supports auto MDIX function. See Chapter 3 for the appropriate
connector wiring.

Figure 2.3 Example of an application with no switch.

Connectors
EtherNet/IP offers two connector types: encapsulated 8-way modular
connectors and 4-Pole M12 “D” coded connectors. The connectors aredefined in an international standard IEC 61076-3-106 (Variant 1) and IEC
61076-2-101 respectively. Both connector designs provide sealing toIP65/67 in accordance with IEC60529 (International Protection Class).
Both connector designs are available with external housing construction
made of either plastic or metal. The material of the connector external
housing construction is application dependent. See the MICE table(Table–5.1 on page 5.72) for further details.

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Standard 8-way modular connectors (RJ45)
Unprotected 8-way modular connectors are not designed to meet the IP65/
IP67 specification for EtherNet/IP. In addition, their balance can be low, andthe amount of crosstalk can be too high for industrial applications. Further,some 8-way modular connectors may be susceptible to vibration-related
problems.

EtherNet/IP sealed 8-way modular connector
housings
Sealed 8-way modular connectors play an important role in providing a
reliable connection in harsh environments. EtherNet/IP supports Variant 1 in
IEC 61076-3-106. This connector is suitable for use in information andcontrol applications.
Table 2.1 contains the connector parameters for 8-way modular connectors(sealed and unsealed) for industrial EtherNet/IP systems.
Table 2.1 Industrial EtherNet/IP 8-Way Modular Connector Parameters

Specification
Parameter

Type
Shielded 8-Way
Modular Connector

8-Way Modular
Connector

Conductors

8+1 Shielded

8

Contact LLCR over life

< 20 mΩ< 20 mΩInitial< 2.5 mΩ< 2.5 mΩContact life

750 insertions andextractions min.

750 insertions andextractions min.

Sealed 8-way modular connectors shall meet the EtherNet/IP specification
and utilize the encapsulation method selected by ODVA.
Important: Not all 8-way modular connectors are suitable for harshenvironments. Carefully select 8-way modular connectors forthe intended environment. Only consider connectors
recognized by the ODVA Industrial EtherNet/IP specification.

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Figure 2.4 The 8-way modular sealed jack and plug in a plastic housing.

Figure 2.5 The 8-way modular sealed jack and plug in a metal housing.

There are two 8-way modular wiring methods in use today. Pairs 2 and 3 areswapped depending on whether you are using T568A or T568B. It is notrecommended to mix the two wiring methods in the same channel as thismay impair the channel's performance. The two pin/pair assignments for the
8-way modular connector are as shown in Figure 2.6.

Pair 2

Pair 3

1

2
G

W/G

Pair 3

Pair 1

3

4

5

BL
W/O

W/BL

6

Pair 4

Pair 2

7

1

O

8
BR

W/BR

2

Pair 1

3

O
W/O

4

5

BL
W/G

Pair 4

6

W/BL

Latch

Latch

T568A

T568B

7

G

8
BR

W/BR

Figure 2.6 Pin/pair wiring assignments.

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TIA T568A should be used in generic applications where support of 2-pairphone systems is needed. If 2-pair phone system support is not needed,
then either wiring system (T568A or T568B) is acceptable. The selected
wiring scheme is applied throughout the entire link or channel.

4-pole M12 D coded connectors
4-pole M12 “D” coded connectors are sealed to meet the IP65/IP67
specification for EtherNet/IP and are designed to operate in harshenvironments in accordance with IEC 61076-2-101.
4-pole M12 “D” coded connectors are to be used only with 2-pair cables. If
support of all generic applications such as voice, video and data (1 G/b and
10 G/b Ethernet) is required, 4-pair cables, the 8-way modular connector
and compatible components shall be used. See Chapter 4 for rules on
2- and 4-pair cabling within a channel.

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Table 2.2 delineates the connector parameters for Industrial EtherNet/IP
systems.
Table 2.2 Industrial EtherNet/IP 4-pole M12 Connector
Parameters

Specification

Type

M12 Shielded

Parameter

M12 Unshielded

Conductors

4+1 Shield

Contact LLCR over life

Maximum: 5 mOhms over life

Initial contact LLCR

Nominal: < 1 mOhm

Contact rating

3 amps minimum

Contact plating

30 micro inches gold(1) over 50 micro inches nickel or 5
micro inches gold minimum over 20 micro inches
palladium nickel over 50 nickel

Contact life

750 insertions-extractions(1)

4

Gold shall be 24 karat minimum.

Figure 2.8 M12-4 connectors.

4-pole, M12 circular connectors shall meet the EtherNet/IP specification.
Important: Follow manufacturer's assembly instructions to avoid possible
degradation or compromise of performance.

Note:“D” Coding Keyways

2
3

2
1

3

1

4

4

M12-4 “D” Coded
Plug

M12-4 “D” Coded
Jack

Figure 2.9 M12-4 connector keying.

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Cord Sets
Cordsets can be built on-site using cable and field-attachable connectors or
can be purchased as factory-made, over-molded cord sets. There are aminimum of four possible types of plug-to-plug configurations:

•
•
•
•

Non-sealed 8-way plug to 8-way plug
Sealed 8-way plug to sealed 8-way plug
M12-4 “D” coded plug to M12-4 “D” coded plug
8-way modular plug to M12-4 “D” coded plug

Each may come as shielded or unshielded. In addition, connector housingsfor the shielded types can be obtained as metal shell variants. All of theabove may also be purchased as crossover cables. Chapter 5 provides
details on the pin/signal and pair assignments for each of the four cables
plus the crossover cables.

Rules for mixing 2-pair and 4-pair cabling in thesame channel
When utilizing 4-pole M12 “D” coded connectors, use 2-pair cables(shielded or unshielded).
Due to interference between the pairs of a cable, do not use 4-pair cablewith 4-pole M12 D coding connectors. Two-pair cables may be used with
8-way modular connectors unless full application support is needed or
future system expansion requires all 4-pair cables. If full support is needed,
then only connectors supporting all 4-pair should be considered (i.e., 1 G/b,
10 G/b Ethernet, power-over-Ethernet, etc.).

Cord sets providing connectivity between
connectors of the same family
8-way modular connector cord sets
Construct straight-through 8-way modular cords sets as detailed in thissection. Pay particular attention to the cable pairing and color codes.
Correct pairing of the connector pins is extremely important. In addition,note that pair 2 (T568A) or pair 3 (T568B) is split across pair 1.
8-way modular cords sets should be constructed with plugs at both ends.
Extension cables may be constructed from one plug and one jack. Bothconnectors shall be cable-type connectors. See Chapter 3 for the maximum
length of cord sets in a channel.

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Figure 2.10 8-way modular connector sealed cord set.

M12-4 “D” coded connector cord sets
M12-4 “D” coded cord sets should be constructed of plugs. In some cases,
extension cables may be required, in which case they will be constructed ofa plug and a jack. Pay particular attention to the color pin assignment.
Correct pairing of the connector pins is extremely important. Bothconnectors shall be cable-type connectors. Cord sets can be factory madeand field assembled. See section Chapter 3 for the maximum length forcords sets in a channel. It is not recommended to use a 4-pair cable for theconstruction of a 2-pair channel. Do not mix 2- and 4-pair cables in achannel.

Figure 2.11 M12-4 sealed field constructed cord set.

Figure 2.12 M12-4 over-molded cord sets.

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Cord sets providing connectivity between twoconnector families
Cord sets (field assembled or factory over-molded) can provide connectivity
between one connector family and another. EtherNet/IP supports
connectivity between the 8-way modular connector and the M12-4 “D”
coded connector families. It is strongly recommended that 2-pair cabling beused for the construction of this cable.

Cord sets providing crossover function
The 8-way modular crossover cable provides full functionality for
10 Mb/s/100 Mb/s/1 Gb/s and 10 Gb/s data rates. M12 crossover cables
only support 10Mb/s/100Mb/s data rates (as in all 2-pair systems). If yourcrossover cable only needs to support 10 Mb/s and 100 Mb/s, only pairs 2
and 3 need to be crossed. Pairs 1 and 4 can be configured asstraight-through. Only one crossover cable should be used within a channel.
All other connections shall be straight-through.

Modular Network Construction
A modular systems design may be desirable. Modular design allows
pre-testing, proof-of-concept at one location, and easy disassembly andreconstruction at the final location. In addition, failed systems can becorrected quickly by replacing subassemblies. Systems utilizing connectors
instead of wire glands or conduit allow for easy replacement of the entire
enclosure, thus reducing the mean time to repair (MTTR) and downtime fora failed communications network. Bulkhead feed-throughs provide
modularity.

Bulkhead feed-throughs
Bulkhead feed-throughs and/or cable glands should be used wherevercables must pass through an enclosure wall.

Patch panels
A patch panel is a group of sockets that function as a manual switching
center between incoming and outgoing lines in communications systems. In
an industrial control system, patch panels may be used to interface I/O
devices and switches. Patch panels are not required in industrial control
areas but can be utilized if additional flexibility is required.

Wiring examples
Patch panels provide flexibility and ease of network reconfiguration. In many
control applications, flexibility and reconfiguring is not necessary. Patchpanels require additional space. They add cost and present potential pointsof failure. The following wiring examples range from a complex system to asimple patch cord.

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Note that patch panels are not specifically required for industrial control.
Controllers and I/O devices may be directly connected in a configuration orconnected via hubs or switches, as shown in Figure 2.13 throughFigure 2.16.

Bulkhead
Figure 2.13 Wiring without patch panels.

Bulkhead

Figure 2.14 Direct connection using a crossover (null) cable.

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Bulkhead

Figure 2.15 Star topology using a patch panel.

Bulkhead

Figure 2.16 Hierarchal star using patch panels.

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Enclosures
In an industrial environment, the controller and switch are often mounted
inside a protective enclosure (i.e. IP- or NEMA-rated enclosure) to protect
sensitive equipment from harsh environments. Connectivity is facilitated via
bulkhead connectors, wire glands or conduit.

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Planning Your EtherNet/IP Copper Cabling

After reading this chapter, you may wish to consult the engineeringdrawings of your facility for specific information concerning the best location
for installing your network. Chapter 2 details the connectors for EtherNet/IP.
Here you'll find the wiring and pin-out for copper connectors and cord sets.
In addition, this chapter provides the pin-out to convert from one copper
connector to another using patch cords.

Planning Your System
Determining connectivity to the backbone
The following sections describe some of the variables you should consider
when designing and securing your network.

Backbone cabling

Workstation
FirewallSwitchBackbone cabling

Backbone cabling

SwitchSwitch
PLC

PLC

Workcell 1

Workcell 2

Figure 3.1 Backbone connectivity.

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Network security
Control applications may require access to the control network 100% of thetime. Intrusions by other users into the control network could cause
processing delays and loss of control. For this reason, the control network
must be isolated from the office environment and the Internet. The designer
is strongly encouraged to provide appropriate security through the use offiltering devices, gateways, firewalls, routers, and/or appropriate security
software. The designer and maintenance personnel are cautioned about
installing devices on the control network that could bypass network security,
such as telephone modems.
Network support personnel, in particular, must be made aware that
inadvertent intrusions, resulting from system maintenance andhousekeeping, network upgrades, or broadcast storms may disrupt thecontrol system. Details of network security are beyond the scope of thismanual and the designer is advised to consult appropriate standards.

Determining the number of ports and/or device
ports
The number of ports required depends on the number of devices to beconnected to the network. A port is required for each node in your system. If
you plan to add nodes at a later date, you should consider ordering andinstalling the cable and connectors for these additional nodes when you
install the initial network. This will minimize disruption to the network during
operation. As a rule of thumb, the designer may wish to design the systemwith 20% or more excess switch and patch panel ports for future expansion.
Consider the number and locations of the following when determining how
many ports you will need on your network:

•
•
•
•
•
•

Workstations
I/O racks and modules
HMIs
PLCs
Sensors/actuators (EtherNet/IP-based)
Future expansion

Excess ports should be marked as control ports for future expansion to alert
maintenance personnel.

Terms to Know
Channel: The end-to-end transmission path between two points at whichapplication-specific equipment is connected (TIA/EIA 862). For example, asegment of cabling between two plugs is a channel.
Link: A transmission path between two points, not including terminal
equipment, work area cables, and equipment cables (TIA/EIA 862). For
example, a segment of cabling between two jacks is a link.

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Copper Connectors
There are two styles of 8-way modular connectors for EtherNet/IP. They are
the standard, non-protected 8-way modular connector and the sealed 8-way
modular connector. The two have the same pin wire assignment. They canbe used in 2- and 4-pair cabling systems. EtherNet/IP also supports theM12-4 “D” coded connector. These can be used in 2-pair cabling systems. It
is not recommended to use a 4-pair cable with the M12-4 “D” coded
connector unless you provide proper termination of the unused pairs (1 and
4). See Chapter 2 for details on the types of EtherNet/IP connectors.

8-way connector pin out
The 8-way modular pin assignment in Figure 3.2 applies to the IP20 andsealed variant.

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Pin/pair assignments for the 8-way modular connector are as shown in
Figure 3.3.

Pair 2

Pair 3

1

Pair 1

2
G

W/G

Pair 3

3

4

5

BL
W/O

W/BL

6

Pair 4

Pair 2

7

1

O

8
BR

W/BR

2

Pair 1

3

O
W/O

4

5

BL
W/G

Pair 4

6

W/BL

Latch

Latch

T568A

T568B

7

G

8
BR

W/BR

Figure 3.3 8-way modular pin assignments.

Note: Do not mix T568A and T568B wiring in a channel. See Table 3.1 on
page 3.32 for both T568A and T568B pin/pair assignments.

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4-pole M12 “D” coded connectors
Note:“D” Coding Keyways

2
3

2
1

3

1

4

4

M12-4 “D” Coded
Plug

M12-4 “D” Coded
Jack

Figure 3.4 M12-4 “D” coded pin out.
Table 3.1 M12 Pin and Signal Assignment

M12 Pole

Wire Color

Name

Signal1

White-orange

Transmit data +TX+

2White-green

Receive data +RX+

3OrangeTransmit data –

TX–

4

Green

Receive data –RX–

Constructing Cord Sets
This section details the pin/pair assignments for plug-to-plug cord sets.
Cord sets can either be factory or field assembled. The following tables andschematics are provided to help in the construction and verification of cord
sets. All cord sets shall conform to the channel de-rating based on the cable
type and environmental conditions.
Figure 3.5 illustrates the pin/pair cable assignments for 8-way sealed andunsealed straight-through cord sets.

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8-way Modular Crossover Cable

O
BL

Latch

Latch

G

W/G
W/O
W/BL W/BR
1
2
3 4 5 6 7 8

BR

W/BR
W/BL
W/O
W/G

1

2
G

3

4
BL

5

6
O

7

8
BR

Cord set wiring for 8-way modular connectors

Figure 3.5 Cord set wiring for 8-way modular connectors.

Table 3.2 8-Way Modular Connector Pin/pair Assignment

PIN

Signal Name

Pin T568A

1

TXD+

White Green

2

TXD–

Green

3

RXD+

White Orange

4

NA(1)

Blue

5

NA(1)

White Blue

6

RXD–

Orange7

NA(1)White Brown

NA(1)

Brown

8

Pair 3
Pair 2

Pin T568B

Pair Assignment

White Orange

Pair 2

OrangeWhite Green

Pair 3Blue
Pair 1

Pair 1White Blue

Pair 2

Green

Pair 3

White Brown
Pair 4

Pair 4
Brown

W/BR

T568A

Latch

W/BL
W/O

8

BR

7
6
2

3

BL

5

O
W/G

8

BR

4

7

Pair 4

G

6

W/BR

1

Pai r 2

5

Pai r 1

4

O

Pair 1

3

W/BL

BL

W/O

Latch

T568A

Pair 3

2

G

Pai r 3

1

W/G

Pair 4

Not used for 10 Mb/s and 100 Mb/s networks.

Pair 2(1)

Pair Assignment

Figure 3.6 8-way modular full crossover cable.

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Table 3.3 8-Way Modular Crossover Pin/pair Assignment

T568A
PIN

Signal
Name

Pin

1

TXD+

White Green

2

TXD–

Green

3

RXD+

White Orange

4

NA(1)

Blue

5

NA(1)

White Blue

6

RXD–

Orange7

NA(1)White Brown

NA(1)

Brown

8
(1)

T568B

Pair
Assignment

Routeto PIN

Pin

Pair 3
Pair 2

3

White Orange

6

Orange1

White Green

7

Blue

Pair 1

Pair
Assignment

Route toPIN
3

Pair 2

6

Pair 3

1
7

Pair 1

Pair 2

8

White Blue

2

Green

4

White Brown

Pair 48
Pair 3

2
4

Pair 4
5

Brown

5

Cross over of these wires is not needed for 10 Mb/s and 100 Mb/s channels.

Cord set wiring for M12-4 “D” coded connectors

3

2

3

2

4

1

4

1

M12-4 "D"Coded

M12-4 "D"
Coded

Figure 3.7 M12-4 “D” straight-through cord set.

Table 3.4 M12-4 “D” Coded Pin/pair Assignment

PIN

3.34

Signal Name

Pin T568A

1

TXD+

White Orange

3

RXD+

Orange2

TXD–

White Green

4

RXD–

Green

Pair Assignment
Pair 2

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Cord set wiring for M12-4 “D” coded crossover cable

3

2

3

2

4

1

4

1

M12-4 "D"Coded

M12-4 "D"
Coded
Figure 3.8 M12-4 crossover cable.

Table 3.5 M12-to-M12 Crossover Pin/pair Assignment

M12 Pin M12 Pin

Wire Color

Name

Signal2

1

White Orange

Transmit data +

TX+

1

2

White Green

Receive data +

RX+

4

3

OrangeTransmit data –

TX–

3

4

Green

Receive data –RX–

Conversion from One Connector Family to Another
Straight-through conversion
Below is the pin-out information for a cord set (plug-to-plug) providing
cross-connectivity between an 8-way modular connector and a 4-pole M12“D” coded connector. Figure 3.9 shows the wiring for a straight-throughconversion cable using an M12-4 “D” coded connector and an 8-way
modular connector.

2

G

Pair 3

1

W/G

2
Pair 2

O

6
BR

7

W/BR

4

5

W/BL

3 4
8
BL

W/O

Latch

T568A

1

3

Figure 3.9 Conversion from M12-4 to 8-way modular connector.

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Table 3.6 Connectivity Pin Assignments

8-Way
ModularConnector

M12 Pin

Wire Color

Name

Signal1

1

White Orange

Transmit data +

TX+

3

2

White Green

Receive data +

RX+

2

3

OrangeTransmit data –

TX–

6

4

Green

Receive data –RX–

Crossover conversion
Figure 3.10 shows the wiring for a crossover conversion cable using an
M12-4 “D” coded connector and an 8-way modular connector.

2

2

G

3

W/O

5

Pair 2

4

W/BL

BL

6

O

7
8

BR

W/BR

4

Pair 3

1

W/G

Latch

T568A

1

3

Figure 3.10 M12-4 to 8-way modular connector crossover cable.

Table 3.7 M12 to 8-way Modular Crossover Pin/pair Assignment

8-Way
ModularConnector

M12 Pin

Wire Color

Name

Signal3

1

White Orange

Transmit data +

TX+

1

2

White Green

Receive data +

RX+

6

3

OrangeTransmit data –

TX–

2

4

Green

Receive data –RX–

Channel and Link Lengths and Limits for Copper
Patch cords
EtherNet/IP specifications limit each segment of horizontal wiring to 100
meters or up to 90 meters horizontal wiring with two, 5-meter patch cords.
Some applications will require longer patch cords. In these applications, thetotal length of horizontal wiring must be adjusted to compensate for theadded loss of each connector pair and additional patch cord length beyond
10 meters.

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Where:
C = the maximum combined length (m) of the work area cable, equipment
cable and patch cord.
H = the length (m) of the horizontal cable (H + C </= 100 m).
D = a de-rating factor for the patch cord type (0.2 for 24 AWG UTP/24 AWG
ScTP and 0.5 for 26 AWG ScTP).
W = the maximum length (m) of the work area cable.
T = the total length of horizontal, patch and equipment cords.
The maximum stranded cable length is limited to 85 meters for the channel.
Table 3.8 Stranded Copper Cable De-rating

Patch
Cable
Gauge

D

H

W

C

T

Patch De-rating

Horizontal Length,(H+C<=100 m)

Patch Length with
5 Meters ofEquipment Cable

Total Length Patchand Equipment

Total Length ofPatch, Equipment
and Horizontal

#24

0.2

100

0

0

100

#24

0.2

0

80

85

85

#24

0.2

25

59

64

89

#24

0.2

50

38

43

93

#26

0.5

0

63

68

68

#26

0.5

25

46

51

76

#26

0.5

50

30

35

85

#26

0.5

100

0

0

100

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Elevated temperatures cause higher signal loss in copper cables due toincreased resistance. This added loss must be considered in addition to thetype of copper cable (solid conductor horizontal or stranded conductor
patch) to determine the maximum channel length. Shielded (STP) copper
cable typically exhibits 0.2% attenuation increase for every 1 °C
temperature rise above 20 °C to 60 °C. Unshielded (UTP), Category 5ecables typically exhibit 0.4% attenuation increase for every 1 °C
temperature rise from 20 °C to 60 °C. Unshielded (UTP) Category 6 cable
exhibit 0.4% attenuation increase for every 1 °C temperature rise from 20°C to 40 °C, and a 0.6% attenuation increase for every 1 °C temperaturerise from 40 °C to 60 °C, due to more copper and plastic content. Thechange in attenuation with temperatures beyond 60 °C is product specific.
Consult your supplier for more information.
The channel length and attenuation are linearly related: a 12% increase inattenuation reduces the channel length 12%. The following examples show
how to calculate the maximum channel length for a given configuration andtemperature.
AElev.Temp.=AIncrease Coefficient * Δ T
LElev.Temp.=AIncrease Coefficient * Δ T
Where:

AElev.Temp = elevated temperature attenuation
AIncrease Coefficient = attenuation temperature coefficient
Δ T = change in temperature
LElev.Temp = elevated temperature maximum length

Note: The entire length should be treated as if the temperature is theworst-case temperature to ensure a conservative, simplified calculation.
Assume you want to use solid conductor, Category 5e, horizontal cable at
60 °C. You are limited to 100 meters based on the cable type. This distancemust be de-rated to accommodate the elevated temperature. Since 60 °C is
40 °C above 20 °C, then 40 °C times 0.4% equals a 16% length reduction.
The length reduction is calculated by taking the percent reduction times thecable type length limit: 16% x 100 meters = 16 meters.
The maximum channel length is calculated by subtracting the elevatedtemperature length reduction from the cable type channel limit:
100 meters – 16 meters = 84 meters. The maximum channel length for all
solid, horizontal Cat 5e cable at 60 °C is 84 meters.
For all stranded conductor patch Cat 5e at 60 °C we have the following:

•
•
•
•
•

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Cable-type channel limit= 85 meters
Temperature change = 40 °C
Temperature coefficient = 0.4%
Total change = 16%
Length reduction = 13.6 meters

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Maximum channel length for all stranded, patch Cat 5 at 60 °C is 68.7
meters.
For 25 meters solid, horizontal Cat 5e cable with some length of #24 AWG,
stranded conductor, Cat 5e patch at 40 °C we have the following:
Twenty-five meters of solid, horizontal cable at 40 °C has the loss of 8%
more length of cable:• 25 x 1.08 = 27 meters effective length• Based on 27 meters, an effective length of patch = (102-27)/(1+0.2) =62.5• Total effective maximum stranded, patch length = 62.5 meters• 62.5 meters of stranded, Cat 5e patch has 8% more loss then theactual length at 20 °C = 62.5/1.08 = 57.9 meters actual length
The actual maximum stranded length = 57.9 meters.
The total channel length limit is the sum of the actual solid, horizontal cablemaximum length limit plus the actual stranded, patch cable maximum length
limit: 25 + 57.9 = 82.9 meters.
The maximum channel length limit for 25 meters of solid conductor,
horizontal Cat 5e cable is 82.9 meters at 40 °C with a maximum of 57.9
meters of stranded conductor, Cat 5e patch cable.

Use of EtherNet/IP Components
A higher data rate will provide a greater throughput. Error rate performanceof 1X10^-9 Bit Error Rate (BER) per IEEE 802.3 in elevated noise as
described by MICE is highly desired.
As errors increase in the system, network traffic will increase. When traffic
increases, so does response time. If your application depends on short
response times, safeguards must be taken to minimize errors due to noiseand other causes of increased traffic. Using full-duplex communications canfurther increase throughput by eliminating the collision domain. Errors in thesystem can be reduced by proper selection of network components and/or
installation techniques.
For Fast Ethernet, the use of low-noise, high-performance cables andconnectors is highly recommended. Any degradation in noise rejection will
degrade an entire channel between a switching device and the peripheral
equipment. If you are using an EtherNet/IP device, it has been speciallydesigned for high-noise rejection. Introducing non-EtherNet/IP devices,
cables or connector components into the network may degrade the noise
rejection of the system and disrupt an otherwise properly functioning
network. Low-noise cable designs usually have a greater transverse
conversion loss (TCL) value.
For example, standard cables have a TCL of about 60-20xlog(f). The
shaded area in Figure 3.11 shows performance of UTP cables.

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TCL_E1

TCL for UTP Cables

TCL (dB)

TCL_E2
0
-10
-20
-30
-40
-50
-60
-70

TCL_E3

0.7

10

20

30

40

50

60

70

80

90

100

Frequency (MHzFigure 3.11 TCL for UTP balanced cables.

Use of Shielded Cables
Screened and shielded twisted pair
Depending on where cable is to be routed, you must select the correct cablefor the environment per the MICE table (Table–5.1 on page 5.72). Shieldedcables may perform better in high-EMI, noisy environments thannon-shielded cable. However, shields cause ground loops that can be very
disruptive to industrial networks. Therefore, use shielded cables in MICE E3
environments where the building ground is at equal potential. If shieldedcables must be used, then grounding of the shields must be performed insuch a way as to eliminate ground loops. This can be done by providing thea grounding system as detailed in “Building Wiring and Ground Methods” onpage 45 and/or through cable construction as detailed in Chapter 5,
Network Installation. In particular, if your application is in a high noise, MICE
E3 environment or your cable must be run in close proximity to noiseradiating sources, plan to use shielded cables.
Consider shielded cables or separation between the network cabling andthe noise-generating sources (including wiring) as defined in the section
under Categorize Conductors (below) if your application includes one ormore of the following:

•
•
•
•

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Induction welding processes
Proximity to high-power RF radiation
Electrostatic processes
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General Wiring Guidelines
Follow these guidelines for wiring all EtherNet/IP cables:• If a cable must cross power lines, it should do so at right angles.
• Route at least 1.5 m (5 ft.) from high-voltage enclosures or sources of
RF/microwave radiation, induction-heating equipment.

• If the conductor is in a metal pathway or conduit, each section of thepathway or conduit must be bonded to each adjacent section so that it
has electrical continuity along its entire length.

• Equipotential is desired to reduce ground loops and noise ingress.
• Consult your cable supplier to be sure the electrical performance will
not be affected when placing UTP cables in conduit or metallic
pathways.

• Use the correct cabling components for the environment. (See the
MICE table, Table–5.1 on page 5.72.)• Protect the cables and connectors from accidental and/or intentional
damage.
For more information on general wiring guidelines, see IEEE publication
IEEE 1100 Wiring and Grounding Guidelines and the ANSI-J-STD-607-A,
Grounding and Bonding Requirements.

Planning Your Cable Routing
Refer to the Telecommunications Industry Association publication, ANSI/TIA 569-B, Telecommunications Pathways and Spaces, for additional
information.
Plan your cable routing very carefully and avoid routing cables nearequipment that generates electromagnetic interference. Group your cables
into like circuits as shown in Table 3.9 and Table 3.10.
In particular, you should be concerned with routing near and around:

•
•
•
•
•
•
•

LightsMotorsDrive controllers
Arc welders
Induction heaters
RF fields (transmitters)
Conductors providing power to any of the above

The following guidelines coincide with the guidelines for The Installation ofElectrical Equipment to Minimize Electrical Noise Inputs to Controllers from
External Sources in IEEE Standard 518-1982. When planning your cablesystem, there are specific installation considerations, depending on yourapplication.

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There are three categories of conductors defined in IEEE 1100. Based on
the ENC category of conductor in Table 3.9, additional spacing may berequired for the communications cables from the high-voltage conductors.
(See Table 3.10.)

Categorize conductors
Segregate all wires and cables into the three EMC categories shown in
Table 3.9.

Table 3.9 Grouping of Circuits With Respect to NoiseGroup conductor cables fitting thisdescription

Into thiscategory

Control & AC Power: high-power conductors thatare more tolerant of electrical noise than Category
2 conductors and may also cause more noise tobe picked up by adjacent conductors.
• Corresponds to IEEE levels 3 (lowsusceptibility) & 4 (power)

EMC1

Examples:••••AC power lines and I/O circuits
High-power digital I/O
High-power digital DC I/OPower connections (connectors) from motion
drives to motors• Analog I/O lines and DC power lines for analog
Signal & Communications - low-power conductorsthat are less tolerant of electrical noise thancategory-1 conductors and should also cause lessnoise to be picked up by adjacent conductors.
(They connect to sensors and actuators relatively
close to the I/O modules).
• Corresponds to IEEE levels 1 (highsusceptibility) & 2 (medium susceptibility)

Intra-enclosure: interconnect the systemcomponents within an enclosure• Corresponds to IEEE levels 1 (highsusceptibility) & 2 (medium susceptibility)

circuits

EMC2• Low-power digital AC/DC I/O lines• Low-power digital I/O lines• Communications cable (EtherNet/IP,
DeviceNet™ and ControlNet™) to connect
between processors or I/O adapters modules,
programming terminals, computers and data
terminals

EMC3• Low-voltage DC power lines• Communications cables to connect between
system components within the sameenclosure

Routing conductors inside or outside enclosures
To guard against coupling noise from one conductor to another, follow thegeneral guidelines in Table 3.10 when routing wires and cables inside oroutside an enclosure. Use the spacing given in these general guidelines
with the following exceptions:• Connection points (for conductors of different EMC categories) on a
device are closer together than the specified spacing.

• Application-specific configurations for which the spacing is describedin a publication for that specific application.
Note: These guidelines are for noise immunity only. Follow all local codesfor safety requirements.

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Table 3.10 Routing Cables to Guard Against Noise

Route this categoryof conductor cables

According to these guidelines
These conductors can be routed in the same cable tray
or raceway with machine power conductors of up to600 Vac (feeding up to 100 HP devices).

EMC1• If it must cross power feed lines, it should do so
at right angles.

• Route at least 1.5 m (5 ft.) from high-voltage
enclosures, or sources of RF/microwave
radiation.

• If the conductor is in a metal wire-way or
conduit, 1) each segment of that wire-way or
conduit must be bonded to each adjacentsegment so that it has electrical continuity along
its entire length, and 2) must be bonded to theenclosure at the entry point.

• Properly shield (where applicable) and route in a

EMC2

raceway separate from EMC-1 conductors.

• If in a contiguous metallic wire-way or conduit,route at least 0.08 m (3 in.) from EMC-1
conductors of less than 20 A; 0.15 m (6 in.) fromAC power lines of 20 A or more, but only up to
100 kVA; 0.3 m (1 ft.) from AC power lines ofgreater than 100 kVA.

• If not in a contiguous metallic wire-way or
conduit, route at least 0.15 m (6 in.) from EMC-1
conductors of less than 20 A; 0.3 m (1 ft.) fromAC power lines of 20 A or more, but only up to
100 kVA; 0.6 m (2 ft.) from AC power lines ofgreater than 100 kVA.
Route conductors external to all raceways in theenclosure or in a raceway separate from any EMC-1
conductors with the same spacing listed for EMC-2
conductors, where possible.

EMC3

Wiring external to enclosures
Cables that run outside protective enclosures are relatively long. To
minimize cross-talk from nearby cables, it is good practice to maintainmaximum separation between the Ethernet cable and other potential noise
carrying conductors. You should route your cable following the guidelines inTable 3.12.
Table 3.11 Spacing Relative to High-voltage Conductors

Voltage Level

Minimum Distance

0-100 V

8 cm (3")

101-200 V

11 cm (4")

201-300 V

13 cm (5")

301-400 V

16 cm (6")

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Raceway layout considerations
The following guidelines coincide with the guidelines for “the installation ofelectrical equipment to minimize electrical noise inputs to controllers fromexternal sources” in IEEE 518-1982. When planning your cable system
there are specific installation considerations, depending on your application.

Pathways
Consult your local, state, and national codes regarding the grouping ofcables. Never run Ethernet cables any closer than the limits in Table 3.12.
Table 3.12 Routing Communications Cabling in Contiguous Metallic
Pathways

Route your Cable atLeast this Distance

From Noise Sources ofthis Strength

From Cables
containing these
Voltages

8.3 cm (3.25")

EMC 1 conductors of lessthan 20 amps

24 to100

15 cm (6")

AC power lines of 20
amps or more, up to 100
kVA

101 to 200

30 cm (12")

AC power lines greaterthan 100 kVA

201 to 400

Wiring inside enclosures
Cable sections that run inside protective equipment enclosures are
relatively short. As with wiring external to enclosures, you should maintainmaximum separation between your Ethernet cable and Category-1
conductors.
When running cable inside an enclosure:• Route conductors external to all raceways in the same enclosure or ina raceway separate from Category 1 conductors.

• Maintain raceways with like conductors (i.e., communications, power
and I/O).
Table 3.13 Conductor Spacing Within Enclosures

Route Cable at Least this Distance

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From Noise Sources of thisStrength0.08 m (3")

EMC 1 conductors of less than 20
amps

0.15 m (8")

AC power lines of 20 amps or more,
up to 100 kVA

0.6 m (24")

AC power lines greater than 100
kVA

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Building Wiring and Ground Methods
There are two building wiring methods used: TN-C and TN-S. The method
in use can have a direct effect on the noise performance of yourcommunications system.

TN-C wiring and ground scheme
This wiring scheme is not recommended for installations that employ
communications circuits. Figure 3.12 shows how protective earth (PE) and
Neutral are combined into one conductor. As a result, the noise generated
by the loads (devices) is normally returned on Neutral. Devices that have
PE connections are connected to this conductor. When PE and Neutral are
one conductor, then the ground or PE also has the noise. Each device has
its own noise contribution to this PEN conductor, causing additional noise
currents and offsets between devices. The noise voltage offset currents willthen flow between devices. Where communications cabling is part of thesystem, and in particular shielded cabling, some portion of the noise
currents will be found in the communications cabling. This will have lesser
effect on UTP-type cabling as the currents will be in the form of common
mode.

L1
L2
L3
PEN

I Noise I NoiseI NoisePower
SupplyDevice with Communications
Din Rail/Bus -Bar
N L1

I NoiseCommunications
Cabling
I NoiseFigure 3.12 TN-C wiring and ground scheme.

TN-S wiring scheme
The TN-S wiring scheme (Figure 3.13) reduces the noise on the PE byseparating the Neutral and PE into two circuits. This requires an additional
conductor but also provides an additional layer of safety. The only noise
currents on the PE are from devices that have coupling mechanisms to the
local ground connections, such as motors and drive controllers. It is
recommended that this system be used. However, either system mustcomply with local and national codes.

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L1
L2
L3
N
PE

I NoiseI Nois e

I NoisePower
SupplyDevice with Communications
Din Rail/Bus -Bar
N L1

I NoiseCommunications
Cabling

Figure 3.13 TN-S wiring and ground scheme.

Grounding and Bonding for Performance
There are two primary methods for grounding and bonding of equipment.
This section covers how the ground distribution within the communications
coverage area should be designed. EtherNet/IP is designed to work on both
systems. However, if the condition of your building wiring and grounding
system is not known, then it is recommended that you use the star/multi-starsystem. If either of these systems are not used, then the planner should use
alternate transmission medium not providing earth continuity (such as fiber
optic cable).
The two most popular systems are:••Star/multi-starHighly mesh (equipotential)

Star/multi-star earthed bonding system
Noise currents in ground paths generated by high currents can becontrolled by a star earthing system and by isolating the signal ground fromthe equipment ground. This is accomplished by providing two star grounds,
one for the equipment and a second for the communications equipment.
Shields for the communications equipment shall be referenced only to thesignal ground, and no equipment shall be referenced to the signal ground.
The star grounds of the two systems shall converge to one point within thebuilding as shown in Figure 3.14. Avoid daisy chaining of earths from one
cabinet to another.
If there is no equal potential or the building earth system is not of low
impedance or has excessive noise, then only one end of the cable shieldshould be terminated. Preferably the device's end should be open at theconnector. The shield should be continuous up to the connector at thedevice.

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Conductive path for noise

Enclosure #1

Enclosure #2

Shielded Communications Cable

Communications
CommonPE
CommonFigure 3.14 Wiring of the earths in a star-earth configuration.

Equipotential bonding system (highly meshed)
Equipment is normally arranged as a grounded system, whereby theground of the power feed is connected to the functional ground over a large
area using the TN-S system (Figure 3.13) as shown in Figure 3.15. The
shield of the bus cable is connected to the potential equalization systemover a large area where it enters the control cabinet. The potential
equalization rail is grounded in each control cabinet and connected to thepotential equalization rails of the other control cabinets.

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Control Cabinet 1
SwitchControl Cabinet 2

Potential Equializing
Conductor

Communications Cable
Figure 3.15 EMC-compliant installation of a plant with grounded reference voltage.

Buildings with information-related systems are to be fitted with a common
bonding network (CBN) consisting of the closest-knit structure of conductive
elements. This spreads the flow of interference over many paths. The
equipotential bonding system always is earthed as shown in Figure 3.16
and Figure 3.18.

Plant
Equipotential bonding of plant

Equipotential bonding of building

Figure 3.16 Equipotential bonding of a building.

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Plant segment
f
i
e
l
d
b
u
s

Plant segment

Figure 3.17 Equipotential bonding between buildings.

The shielding of metallic communication cables forms conductor loops
together with the earth leads of the electrical installations or possibly withother electrically conductive building sections. Currents flowing in theenvironment (e.g., caused by electrical consumers or lightning strikes),
induce interference voltage in these conductor loops. The resulting current
flow shall be controlled by an equipotential bonding system, reducing thepotential for interference or damage.

fieldbus station

Plant
Equipotential bonding

Plant earthing

Figure 3.18 Equipotential bonding and earthing.

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Grounding shielded cable
There are specific grounding requirements for shielded cable. Eliminating
ground loops is extremely important in reducing noise interference causedby ground offsets or local ground transients. Ground offsets occur when
there is a potential difference between two earth ground points in a system.
This potential difference can be DC or AC or transients. A cable thatconnects the two points provides a secondary path for current to travel. The
current through the communication cable's shield will couple noise into thecommunication system conductors. This noise will have a direct impact on
the signal-to-noise performance of the system. There can be as much as a
45-volt, high-frequency offset (transient) in ground potential between thetwo ends of a 100-meter cable. This offset can cause noise currents in theshields. Consequently, to eliminate ground loops, the EtherNet/IP cableshield should be grounded at the switch end only.

Controlling earth currents
Earth offsets between cabling end points will induce noise in the cabling
system. This is especially true in screened and shielded cabling systems.
Earthing is important in reducing the effects of radiated and conductedinterference. Controlling earth currents is extremely important in reducing
interference caused by earth offsets.
The communications network designer should provide advice to themachine tool builder regarding the earthing scheme in the facility, so thatmachines are earthed according to the facility's earthing scheme.
The communications designer should specify how to achieve the required
level of earthing that is defined as follows:• The resistive earth impedance should be less than 0,6 ohm and lessthen 1 ohm. The resistive earth is measured between any two points
at which communication devices are earthed or cable shields areearthed. This may require that a suitable wire gauge be used that isdependant on distance.

• Connection resistance of any grounding cable to equipment or bus
bar shall be less that 0,005 ohm (5 milli Ohms).
As shown in Figure 3.19, the communications network designer should
require:• Any paint from earth surface shall be cleaned before affixing the earth
wire.

• Star washers between the bolt and earth lug and earth lug and earth
plate shall be used.

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Figure 3.19 Mounting details.

Equipment is normally arranged as an earthed system, whereby the earthof the power feed is connected to the functional earth over a large area.
(See Figure 3.15.) The shield of the bus cable is connected to the potential
equalization system over a large area where it enters the control cabinet.
The potential equalization rail is earthed in each control cabinet andconnected to the potential equalization rails of the other control cabinets.

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Fieldbus device

M L+

L+

M

M

L+

Figure 3.20 Schematic diagram of a plant with grounded reference voltage.

Situations where interference can present a problem include:• Plant that extends over a large area
• Power is fed to the plant from different power sources• Networking extends over several buildings
If one of these situations applies, the following should be observed by theplanner and specified for the installer in order to provide an EMC-favorable
earthing and equipotential bonding system:• A common bonding network (CBN) with low impedance and highcurrent carrying capacity is to be formed from all metallic
constructional components of a building.

• Appropriate measures should be undertaken to protect equalization
cables against corrosion to ensure long-term reliability.

• The cross-section of the potential equalization cable should bechosen with regard to the maximum potential equalization currents
that can flow.

• For safety considerations, there may be national standards to befollowed as well.
Note: Safety always takes precedence over EMC.

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Connecting shielding with equipotential bonding
Shields shall be bonded in accordance with local and national standards.
Where this conflicts with performance, other media should be selected.

Designing an installation with non-earthedreference voltage
In exceptional circumstances, equipment can be arranged as a non-earthedsystem. This can be necessary if high, short-circuit currents can occur (withinduction furnaces, for instance). The term “non-earthed” also is used if aparallel resistor and capacitor (R/C) circuit is fitted between thecommunications shield and earth. (See Figure 3.21.)
Many devices are fitted with an R/C circuit of this type to improve
interference immunity. In addition, the non-earthed arrangement ensuresthat uncontrolled equalization currents do not destroy devices on the
network. The relevant safety regulations shall be observed. Most
EtherNet/IP devices are designed with the R/C circuit between the jackshield and earth ground on the device.

L1
L2
L3
N
PE

Device with Communications
Power
Xformer

Din Rail/Bus -Bar
N L1

Communications
Cabling

R/C incommunications
deviceFigure 3.21 Schematic diagram of a plant with non-earthed reference voltage.

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Earthing and Bonding
Shielded Cabling

Noise Loop

VNois eFigure 3.22 Ground noise loop in shielded cables.

If your device is other than a switch (or hub) and provides a low resistance(<500 k ohms) ground at the jack, do not connect the shield at the device
end of the cable. Simply cutting back the shield and insulating it from theconnector plug's shell can accomplish breaking the ground. (SeeFigure 3.23 and Figure 3.24.)

Figure 3.23 Grounding of a cable shield.

BR

W/BR

O
Latch

Latch

W/BL
W/O

G
W/G

Shield Connection

Figure 3.24 Open shield example.

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BL

7
6
O
4 5
BL
3
2
G
1

Open Shield Connection

W/G
W/O
W/BL W/BR
1
2
3 4 5 6 7 8

Switch8BRDevicePlanning Your EtherNet/IP Copper Cabling
For information regarding grounding and bonding requirements for yournetwork, refer to IEEE 1100 Wiring and Grounding Specification, and to
NFPA-70, the National Electric Code, CSA C22.1, the Canadian ElectricalCode, and/or other applicable local, national, or international codes.
From a noise perspective, the grounding method you use is critical.
Grounding and bonding techniques, as required by local, national and/orinternational code, may be contrary to recommended installation practices
designed to reduce and/or eliminate EM noise. In these cases, the local,
national and international codes shall be followed and alternate cabling
solutions, such as UTP or fiber, should be considered.

Selecting Copper Cable
When selecting cable, the cable construction must be compatible with theenvironment as described by the MICE table (Table–5.1 on page 5.72). Do
not overlook the cable's electrical performance specifications acrosstemperature ranges, as many off-the-shelf cables may not meet TIA/EIA
standards at temperatures commonly seen in industrial installations. Cable
jackets may be easily damaged at low temperature ranges. Either selectcables suitable for the environment or convert the environment to meet the
cabling specifications through environmental conditioning, isolation, and/or
separation techniques. See the formulas and tables for cable lengthde-rating provided earlier in this chapter.
Chemicals can be absorbed into the jackets and wire insulation, causing
plastic deterioration and performance degradation. Therefore, special cable
constructions or other protection methods may be required (such as
separation and/or isolation) in certain chemical environments.
For cable specifications, refer to the EtherNet/IP specification. Only cables
meeting this specification should be considered for Industrial EtherNet/IP
networks.
Note: Insulated conductors outside the ranges of .8 mm (0.032 in.) to 1.0
mm (0.039 in.) and/or cable with sheath diameters larger than 6.35 mm(0.25 in.) may not be compatible with some connectors. Consult yourconnector and/or cable manufacturer for cable compatibility.
M12-4 “D” coded and EtherNet/IP sealed 8-way modular connector cableentry point diameters vary. Check with the connector and/or cablemanufacturer to ensure cable-connector compatibility.

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Two-pair versus four-pair cables
Two-pair cables offer some advantages over 4-pair cables. Two-pair cables
are easier to terminate and have less chance of crosstalk. The
disadvantage is that they may not be generic in nature and, therefore, may
not support all of the applications (1 Gb/s, 10 Gb/s and POE). As a result,2-pair cables may not support future expansion and/or other services. If
your installation needs to be flexible in that generic cables are installed tosupport multi-services, such as voice, video and data, then you should
consider 4-pair cables. Careful long-range planning should be done before
selecting a cable pair count. If your plans are to migrate to higher data rates
in the future, you should select cables and components that will support
future requirements. For example, backbone cables and materials should
be selected to support greater data rates.
The connector circuit count should always be matched with the cableconductor count. The only exception to this rule is for the 8-way modular
connectors. It is acceptable to terminate a 2-pair cable into an 8-way
modular connector. Four-pair cables shall not be used with a 2-pairconnector, such as the M12-4 “D” coded connector as there is no means toterminate the unused 2-pair, possibly creating EMC problems.

Oil- and chemical-resistant jackets
If your application requires control of equipment that uses cutting oils or
lubricating chemicals, cable jackets should be oil resistant. Further, allchemicals in your application should be considered. See the MICE table(Table–5.1 on page 5.72) for common industrial chemicals and theirconcentrations.

Plenum-rated cables
Plenum installations require special material compounds in the makeup of
the cables. If your application requires cables to be run in plenums, use
plenum-rated cables. Consult your local authority for specific requirements.

Riser-rated cables
Riser installations require special material compounds in the makeup of thecables. If your application requires cables to be run in risers, use riser-rated
cables. Consult your local authority for specific requirements.

Weld splatter-resistant cables
If your application requires control of welding equipment, you shouldcarefully route your cables to reduce damage from weld splatter and noise
ingress. All cables should be routed to cross the welding and motor control
cables at right angles and should never run parallel to control andhigh-current welding cables. The cables should be protected from the weld
splatter either by an added protective sheath or by selecting cables with theproper jacket insulation.

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High-flex cables
Typically, Ethernet cables are constructed of #22 to #26 gauge solid copper
conductors. High-flex applications require cables with stranded conductors.
Note: Weld splatter and high-flex applications are commonly foundtogether.

Patch cords, jumpers, equipment cords, and work area
cords
Patch cords, jumpers, equipment cords and work area cords generally areused for short distance connections. However, in industrial installations, thelength may be extended. Basic construction of cords is of a male/plug
connector on both ends of the cable since almost all active and passive
devices come equipped with a female/receptacle jack.
Note: To prevent shorting in a powered system, all cables should end in afemale/jack.

Figure 3.25 Sealed 8-way modular cord set.

Figure 3.26 Sealed M12-4 “D” coded cord set.

Extension cords
In some cases, it may be necessary to extend a cable. In this case, an
extension cord can be used. An extension cord shall be constructed as aplug at one end and a jack at the opposite end.

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Number of Connections in a Channel
The number of mated connections allowed in a channel is determined by
the desired channel performance (category) and the performance level ofthe components selected. A mated connection is defined as an electricallyconductive communications path comprised of a mated jack and plug. A
plug-to-jack bulkhead may be counted as one connection.
Back-to-back-jack bulkheads may be counted as one connection, provided
the jacks are less than or equal to 10 cm electrically apart (as defined in the
ODVA standard). Jack-to-jack cable assemblies, whereby the electricaldistance is greater than 10 cm, must be counted as two mated connections.
Consult your manufacturer for specific performance capabilities. Cable
lengths between connecting hardware greater than 10 cm must be counted
in the total channel/link appropriate cable length budget. Alternate
configurations should be field tested to ensure adequate performance.
Table 3.14 Number of Connections in a Channel

DesiredChannelPerformance

Number of
Mated
Connections

Category
Connector
RequiredCategory Cable
Required

5E

4

5E

5E

5E

6

6A

5E

IP65/IP67 sealed connectors
If your application exposes cable and connectors to liquid, dust or airborne
contaminants as described in the MICE table (Table–5.1 on page 5.72), use
the appropriately rated connector. IP65/IP67 sealed connectors andbulkhead feed-throughs should be utilized. See Chapter 2.
Important: Not all connectors are suitable for harsh environments.
Carefully select connectors for the intended environment. Only
consider connectors recognized by the ODVA Industrial
EtherNet/IP specification.

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Placement of Active Network Components
You must consider the environment when specifying, selecting anddetermining placement of active network components. Unless they areindustrially hardened, active network components should be installed insuitable enclosures to protect them from the harsh environment per the
MICE table (Table–5.1 on page 5.72). The temperature and vibration inside
the enclosures (closets) should also be considered since the enclosures
may not be temperature controlled or shock mounted.
Note: Active network components should be grounded per the
manufacturer's recommendations.

Selecting and locating I/O
Consider the environment when selecting I/O devices and deciding where
to locate them. Review the manufacturer's specifications with respect to:

•
•
•
•

Vibration
Temperature
Humidity
Electrical noise

In harsh environments, you may have to provide suitable enclosures for I/O
devices.

Use of bulkhead feed-throughs and cable glands
Communication enclosures may sometimes be placed close to the work
area and in harsh conditions. Entry into and exit out of these cabinets(either through openings in the side, back, bottom, top or door) may require
an adapter to transition from the dry, clean interior of the cabinet, to thepossible wet or dirty exterior, i.e., from one MICE environment to another.
The connector should be located in such a way to minimize exposure toliquids, dusts, mechanical damage and vibration. Bulkhead connectors orcable glands should be used where cables enter or exit the cabinet tomaintain enclosure seal integrity. The sealed IP65/IP67 connectors
specified in the ODVA Industrial EtherNet/IP specification are available asbulkhead feed-throughs.
The designer must be aware of metallic bulkhead feed-throughs thatconnect the cabling at the enclosure wall. This may form a ground loop that
could disrupt communications. Where a ground loop may be formed, aseparate grounding conductor should be installed to provide an equal
potential between the two points. An alternative method would be to isolate
the bulkhead feed-through using an insulator between the bulkhead
feed-through and the enclosure wall.
Bulkhead cable glands provide entry/exit passages for permanently
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Bulkhead feed-through connectors allow systems to be designed and built
in modular configurations. This method should be considered based onuser design and service preferences. Modularity provides quick deployment
and ease of serviceability.
When bulkhead connectors are used, they need to be counted in thenumber of connections within a channel as shown in Table 3.14 on
page 3.58.
An example of approved EtherNet/IP bulkhead feed-throughs is shown in
Figure 3.27.

Figure 3.27 M12-4 to 8-way modular bulkhead adapter for transitioning from IP20 toIP67 environments.

See the manufacturer's data sheet for mounting hole cutout dimensions.
You must consider the panel wall thickness minimum and maximum for yourenclosure when selecting a bulkhead connector.

Ambient Temperature
The ambient temperature of the environment should be considered in
specifying the cables and connectors to be installed in accordance with
MICE. Some off-the-shelf Ethernet cables may not be compatible withtemperatures common in industrial environments. Attenuation tends toincrease as temperature increases, limiting the maximum channel length.
Cable jackets may be damaged in temperatures outside the ranges
provided above.
Enhanced components, isolated pathways and/or separation from heat and/or cold sources are all techniques used to mitigate the effects oftemperature.

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Surge Suppression
Transient EMI can be generated whenever inductive loads (such as relays,solenoids, motor starters, or motors) are operated by “hard contacts,” suchas pushbutton or selector switches. This manual assumes that users will
guard their systems against the effects of transient EMI by using
surge-suppressors to suppress transient EMI at its source and not on thecommunications lines.
Inductive loads switched by solid-state output devices alone do not require
surge suppression. However, inductive loads of AC output modules that are
in series with hard contacts require surge suppression to protect the I/O
module and communications system from noise.

Use of Ferrite Beads and Cores
Ferrites can provide additional suppression of transient EMI and can beinstalled over Category 2 and Category 3 conductors (as defined in
Planning Your Cable Routing above). The ferrite bead material can have aneffect on the noise attenuation and frequency range. Select the correctmaterial and core size to fit your application. These can be secured with
heat-shrink tubing or tie-wraps. A cable-transient EMI induced on the cable
can be suppressed by a ferrite bead located near the end of the cable. The
ferrite bead suppresses the EMI before it enters the equipment connectedto the end of the cable.
Note: When ferrite beads are used with UTP, the signal attenuation
increases. Ensure the channel still complies with its channel requirements.

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Planning Your EtherNet/IP Fiber Optic
Cabling

Types of Fiber Optic Connectors
The Ethernet/IP specification identifies three different fiber optic connectors:
the ST, SC, and LC.

ST connector
The ST is a bayonet-style connector with a 2.5 mm ferrule diameter. Most
ferrules are ceramic, but some are metal or plastic. The ST is an externallyspring-loaded connector; consequently, pulling on the fiber cable may
cause optical disconnect. ST connectors are available for both single-mode(SM) and multi-mode (MM) optical fiber cables, hard-clad silica, and plastic
optical fibers (POF). An ST connector is shown in Figure 4.1.

Figure 4.1 ST fiber optic connector.

SC connector
The SC connector is a push-pull style connector with a plastic housing and2.5 mm diameter plastic or ceramic ferrule. SC-style connectors also areavailable for both SM and MM optical fiber cable, hard-clad silica, and POF.
They are used in both simplex and duplex configurations. Figure 4.2 andFigure 4.3 show an SC simplex and an SC duplex connector, respectively.

Figure 4.2 SC simplex connector

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Figure 4.3 SC duplex connector

LC connector
LC is a small-form factor connector that uses a plastic or ceramic 1.25 mm
diameter ferrule. It is available in simplex or duplex configurations. The LC
connector is available in a sealed housing compliant with Variant 1 of IEC
61076-3-106 and the Ethernet/IP specification. Examples of the simplex,
duplex, and sealed versions are shown in Figure 4.4 through Figure 4.6.

Figure 4.4 LC simplex connector.

Figure 4.5 LC duplex connector.

Figure 4.6 IP65/IP67 LC sealed duplex connector.

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Table 4.1 Connector Support by Fiber TypeFiber Type
Connector TypePOF 1 mm

Hard-Clad Silica
200/230

50/125 μm

62.5/125 μm

9/125 μm

SC

X

X

X

X

X

ST

X

X

X

X

X

LC

—

—

X

X

X

Table 4.2 Connector Insertion Loss

Connector TypeInsertion Loss

Return Loss

SC, ST, LC

0.75 dB max.

Single-Mode: 26 dB min.
Multi-mode 20 dB min.

Many fiber connectors are manufacturer-specific and require the
manufacturer's specific tools for installation. Please consult yourmanufacturer for installation tools and methods for installing connectors.

Fiber Optic Cables
Fiber optic “cable” refers to the complete assembly of one or more fibers,
strength members, and a jacket. Fiber optic cables come in multiple
configurations. Careful consideration should be given when selecting thecable, so that it is compatible with your network's environment as defined by
the MICE table (Table–5.1 on page 5.72.)
For future network expansion and maintenance/failure replacements, thedesigner is encouraged to consider specifying additional or spare fibers forbackbone cabling.

Figure 4.7 Single-mode fiber example.

Figure 4.8 Multi-mode fiber example.

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Operating wavelengths by fiber type
Table 4.3 Operating Wavelengths by Fiber Type

Mode

Size

Wave LengthGI, MM

1 mm POF and 200 μm
Hard-Clad Silica

650 nmMulti-mode

50/125 μm & 62.5/125 μm

850 nm1300 nm

Single-mode

9/125 μm

1310 nm
1550 nm

Bandwidths by fiber type
Table 4.4 Bandwidths by Fiber TypeFiber TypeMax. Attenuation
650 nm (dB)Max. Attenuation
850 nm/1300 nm(dB)

Typical Attenuation Min. Bandwidth 850
850 nm/1300 nm
nm/1300 nm (MHz)(dB)

50/125 μm—

4.0/2.0

3.5/1.0500/500

62.5/125 μm—

5.0/3.0

4.0/2.0100/300

62.5/125 μm (FDDI)—

4.0/2.0

3.5/1.0

160/500

100/140 μm—

5.0/2.0

4.5/3.5

100/100

9/125 μm

—

—

—

—

1 mm POF

—

—

—

—

200/230 μm Hard-Clad
Silica—12@6.50 nm—

125Core and cladding diameters by fiber type
Table 4.5 Fiber Sizes by TypeFiber TypeCore Diameter (µm)

Cladding Diameter
(µm)

N.A

50/125 μm

50 ± 3.0

125 ± 3.0.200 ± .015

62.5/125 μm

62.5 ± 3.0

125 ± 3.0.275 ± .015

62.5/125 μm (FDDI)

62.5 ± 3.0

125 ± 3.0.275 ± .015

100/140 μm

100 ± 4.0

140 ± 6.0.290 ± .015

9/125 μm———

1 mm POF———

200/230 μm Hard-Clad
Silica200 ± 4.0

230 ± 10.0

—

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Types of Fiber Optic Cable
Simplex and zipcord
Simplex cables are one fiber that is tight-buffered (coated with a 900-micron
buffer over the primary buffer coating) with Kevlar™ (aramid fiber) strength
members and jacketed for indoor use. The jacket can be from 1.6 mm to 3
mm in diameter. Zipcord is simply two of these joined with a thin web. It's
used mostly for patch cord and backplane applications, but zipcord also canbe used for desktop and equipment connections.

Distribution cables
Distribution cables contain several 900 μm, tight-buffered fibers bundled
under the same jacket with strength members and sometimes include a
glass-reinforced plastic (GRP) rod to stiffen the cable and prevent kinking.
These cables are small in size and used for short, dry conduit runs, andriser and plenum applications. The fibers are contained within a 900 μm
buffer and can be directly terminated but, because their fibers are notindividually reinforced, these cables need to be terminated within a
distribution box, patch panel or junction box.

Breakout cables
Breakout cables are made of several simplex cables bundled together. Thisis a strong, rugged approach, but is larger and more expensive than using
distribution cables. It is suitable for conduit runs, and riser and plenum
applications. Because each fiber is individually reinforced, this design
allows for quick termination to connectors and does not require patch
panels or junction boxes. Breakout cable can be more economical where
fiber count is small and distances are short.

Loose-tube cables
Loose-tube cables are comprised of several fibers, which are wound arounda central strength member inside a small plastic tube and jacketed,providing a small, high-fiber count cable. This type of cable is ideal foroutside plant applications, as it can be made with the loose tubes filled with
gel or water-absorbent powder to prevent harm to the fibers from water.
Loose-tube cables are typically installed in conduits, innerduct, overhead or
direct buried.
Since the fibers have only a thin protective coating, they must be handled
carefully and protected to prevent damage.

Armored cable
Armored cable is generally used for outside plant environments. It can beplaced in conduit systems, direct buried, aerial spans and anywhere
additional mechanical protection is required. Proper grounding techniquesmust be followed. Most cable types (simplex, zipcord, distribution, breakout
cables and loose-tube cables) are available with armor. If armored cable isused for inside plant environments, the jacket material must have the proper
safety ratings for indoor use.

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Aerial cable
There are several types of aerial cables available with different mechanicalsupport members. Aerial cables are for installation on poles or buildingcolumns.

Figure 4.9 Types of fiber optic cables (left to right): zipcord, distribution,loose-tube, and breakout.

Choosing a Cable
Consult the manufacturer for the correct cable for your application andenvironment as defined by the MICE table (Table–5.1 on page 5.72).

Planning and Installing Fiber Optic Cables
Optical fiber cables may be routed in a variety of pathway types. Pathways
shall meet the requirements as specified in ANSI/TIA-569-B. Types ofpathways include:

•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•

Under-floor systems, such as trench duct or cellular
Access floors
Cable trays/wire ways
Non-continuous paths, such as J-hooks, bridle rings, slings, etc.
Conduit systems
Power poles
Modular furniture
Wall cavities
Raceways (nonmetallic or metallic)

Pathways must be suitable for the environment in which they are routed.
Plenum or non-plenum areas must also meet local and national codes.

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To prevent damage, such as crushing or bends, fiber cable should be
separated from copper cables when possible. The use of multi-channel
raceway/material, innerduct, or physical separation helps protect fiber
cables.

Fiber

CopperFigure 4.10 Separation of fiber and copper cables in wire ways.

In under-floor systems (cellular/trench) or conduit systems, install a pull-box
when runs exceed 30 m (100 ft.) or when there are more than two
90-degree bends. Center-pull and/or back-feeding methods arerecommended to reduce cable loading as shown in Figure 4.11.

Pull Box

Cable Bundle

Bend 2
Bend 1
Cable Bundle
Pull Box

Figure 4.11 Cable loading.

Conduit and innerduct
Building cables can be installed unprotected or placed inside appropriately
rated innerduct. This innerduct may be bright orange or yellow to provide
easy identification of fiber optic cable.

Cable plant hardware
Various enclosures, cabinets, racks and panels are used to protect andorganize splice and termination points. The network designer should know
the type of network, support systems and cable routes to be taken. Thenthe connection/splice locations can be determined and the hardware
planned.

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Figure 4.12 Rack and wall-mounted fiber enclosures and breakout kits.

Breakout kits
Breakout kits are use for loose tube fiber optic cables to protect andseparate for individual termination or splicing.

Splice enclosures
Splice enclosures are used to protect fiber optic splice points.

Splice panels
Splice panels are used to connect individual fibers from cables to pigtails.

Patch panels
Patch panels provide a centralized location for interconnecting, testing andmonitoring.

Racks and cabinets
Racks and cabinets are used to house patch panels, splice panels andprovide cable-management facilities.

Fiber Optic Installation Guidance
Water protection
Cables designed for outside plant and wet locations typically contain wateror moisture-blocking material. There may be special handling requirements
for these types of cables. The designer and installer are strongly
encouraged to consult the manufacturer for handling and termination
requirements.

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Local and national fire codes
The designer and installer are strongly encouraged to consult local andnational fire codes for material, and installation and cable-marking
requirements. Some cable constructions may not be suitable for indoor,
unprotected installations. There are several cable constructions available,
such as riser, plenum, LS0H and PMSHA. Consult local and national codes
for marking requirements to help you identify the correct cable for the
installation environment. For U.S. and Canadian installations, cables without
markings should not be installed indoors as they may not pass inspections.

Pulling Fiber Optic Cable
Pulling tension
All fiber cables have two tensile strength limits: long-term (unloaded) andshort-term (loaded). Short-term is the maximum tension placed on thecable during installation, and long-term is the maximum tension placed on
the cable during service. These limits must not be exceeded. The designer
and installer are strongly encouraged to consult the manufacturer's data
sheet for tensile ratings.
The installation methods and rules for both copper and optical fiber are
similar. The following recommendations should be considered during
installation process:• Do not pull on the fibers; pull on the strength members only. Somemanufacturers provide a pulling grip for cables.

• If lubricants are used, make sure they are compatible with the cablebeing installed.

• For long runs, pull boxes should be installed to reduce the pulling
tension on the cable. (See Table 4.6 below.)• Consider using an automated puller with tension control.
• Do not exceed the cable bend radius during installation or for fixedinstallation. Consult the manufacturer's data sheet for these limits. If
the bend radius is not available, see Table 4.6 for guidance.

• Do not twist the cables during installation. Cables should be spooled
out as they are pulled to prevent twisting. Break-away swivels can beused to eliminate twisting during pulling.

• Check the length. Make sure the cable is long enough for theintended installation. Splices should be minimized.

• Many fiber connectors are manufacturer-specific and require the
manufacturer's specific tools for installation. Consult yourmanufacturer for installation tools and methods for installing
connectors.

• Secure vertical cable every 91 cm (36 in.). Secure horizontal cableevery 120 to150 cm (48 to 60 in.).

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Table 4.6 Fiber Optic Bend Radius and Pull Force

Service

Bend RadiusMax. Pull Force

LoadedNo-LoadHorizontal/Centralized• 2 & 4 fibers intended tobe pulled throughhorizontal pathways

50 mm (2 in.)

25 mm (1 in.)

222 N (50 lbf)

All other inside plant cables

15X diameter

10X diameter

222 N (50 lbf)

Outside Plant

20X diameter

10X diameter

2670 N (600 lbf)

Inside Plant

Fiber Backbone
Copper UTP/ScTP
Other Network

Fiber Switch
Fiber Backbone

Fiber Backbone

SwitchSwitchSwitchSwitchFigure 4.13 Configuration of fiber cable within a building.

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Network Installation

This chapter provides guidance for installing copper and fiber cabling. Fiber
optic connectors require installation tools specified by the respective
connector manufacturer. For installation assistance, either consult the
manufacturer of the fiber optic connector system you plan to use or contact
a fiber specialist.
Important: Read Chapter 3 and Chapter 4 before installing your network.

Installing the Horizontal Cabling
Install your point-to-point horizontal cable, observing your cable supplier's
installation instructions and the following guidelines.

Bend radius
Cable bend radius should not exceed those listed in Table 5.1.
Table 5.1 Permissible Cabling Bend Radius

Cable Type

Cable bend radius
No loadLoaded during install

UTP

4X diameter

4X diameter

ScTP

8X diameter

8X diameter

Hybrid bundled or
multi-pair cable

10X diameter

See mfg. data sheet

Fiber up to 4 strand

1 inch (25.4 mm)

2 inch (50.8 mm)

Fiber greater than 4
strandSee mfg. data sheet; if
not available, 10X
diameterSee mfg. data sheet; if
not available, 15X
diameter

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Pull strength
Refer to manufacturer's guidelines and data sheets for maximum pulltension. If the manufacturer's guidelines are not available, the pull strength
should not exceed 25 lbs. for copper cabling, and 50 lbs. for fiber cables of 2
and 4 fibers or the manufacturer's recommendation.

Terminating the Fixed Horizontal Cable
Your installation may require the use of punch-down blocks for terminating
the fixed cabling. The proper tools are required for this operation.
Punch-down tools come in different styles and quality. Some are simple,
plastic throwaway tools with a short life. Others are long-life and will
punch-down the wire and cut/trim at the same time. Read and understandthe tool manufacturer's users' manual on its use. In addition, consult thepunch-down block data sheet for recommendations on the process andwhich tools are allowed.
Care should be taken on routing the cable pairs into the block so as not todegrade the performance of the cabling. Do not untwist the pairs or the
conductors within the pairs any more than necessary.

Types of cables
EtherNet/IP supports un-terminated cables and pre-terminated orover-molded cord sets. Un-terminated cables are discussed below for
M12-4 “D” coded cord sets and 8-way modular connector cord sets.

Field-terminating cable ends
The performance of your system depends on the cable termination. Carefulcable end preparation is essential for proper connector installation andsignal integrity. Pay particular attention to the amount of untwisting of the
conductor pairs. (See Figure 5.3.) Maintain twist as close as possible to thetermination point. Cross over wire 6 as shown in Figure 5.2. Trimconductors as short as possible before installing them into the connector
body. The length of the jacket must be long enough to fit inside theconnector back end. The length of the conductors beyond the end of thejacket should not be longer than 12.7 mm (0.5 in.). Refer to the procedures
described in the following sections.
Important: Proper preparation of the conductors prior to installation into
the connector back end is critical to performance.

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Terminating 8-way modular plugs
You will need the following tools to terminate the ends of your UTP or STP
Ethernet cable to the connector:

•
•
•
•

ODVA-approved modular 8-Way plug (sealed or unsealed)
Cable cutting and preparation tool
Cable jacket stripper
Crimp tool

Terminating UTP cable
Terminate UTP cable as follows:

1. Using a stripping tool similar to the one in Figure 5.1, strip back 1 inchof jacket. Be careful not to cut the insulation of the wire. If you damage
the wire insulation, cut off the end of the cable and start over.

Figure 5.1 Stripping the cable jacket.

2. Separate the individual wire pairs. Untwist only back to the jacket
edge. (See Figure 5.3.) Use the T568A or T568B color code andpairing chart in Table 5.2 to identify correct placement ofconductors into the connector.

When to use T568A or T568B
EtherNet/IP recognizes both T568A and T568B pin/pair assignments. It is
recommended that the T568A wiring scheme be used; although T568B may
be used if needed. T568A scheme exists for backwards compatibility with

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telephone systems. Neither offers any performance gains over the other.
Some government agencies require T568A wiring. Do not mix T568A and
T568B in your system except with cross-over cords.
Table 5.2 Color codes for 4-pair horizontal cables

Conductor
Identification

Color Code

Abbreviation

Pair 1White-Blue
Blue(W-BL)(BL)

Pair 2White-Orange
Orange(W-O)(O)

Pair 3

White-Green
Green

(W-G)
(G)

Pair 4White-Brown
Brown(W-BR)(BR)

3. Align the wires into color groups as shown in Figure 5.2.
Important: If you are wiring to T568A, then the white/orange and orange
pair is split across blue and white/blue pair.
If you are wiring to T568B, then green/white and green pair issplit across blue and white/blue pair.

Pair 2

Pair 3

1
W/G

2
G

Pair 3

Pair 1

3

4 5
BL

W/O

W/BL

6
O

Pair 4

Pair 2

7

1

W/BR

8
BR

W/O

2
O

Pair 1

Pair 4

3

4 5 6
BL
G

7

W/G

W/BL

W/BR

Latch

Latch

T568A

T568B

Figure 5.2 Pin/pair wiring.

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Pair 3

T568A
ExamplePair 1

Pair 2

Pair 4

Figure 5.3 Example of T568A cable preparation.

4. Prepare the conductors for trimming, heeding the important
directions and warnings in the bulleted list below.
Important: The performance of your channel will depend on this step.

•Extend the pair twists out as far as possible.
•Make sure pair 2 (T568A) is evenly split across pair 1.
•The conductor lengths must be trimmed evenly.
•Conductor trim length is dependent on the connector
manufacturer's instructions.

5. Hold the conductors in the proper orientation and trim off excess
length using a pair of sharp cutters. The finished length beyond
the jacket should be less than 0.5 inches. See the connector
manufacturer's instructions.
6. Confirm the correct orientation of the conductors as shown in
Figure 5.4, then insert the conductors into the connector body.
Note that each wire has its own slot in the connector body.

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Figure 5.4 Orientation of the conductors.

7. Push the cable into the connector body until all the wires touchthe end of the connector body. The jacket should be inserted far
enough into the connector body that the cable clamp will engage
and hold the jacket.
8. Insert the connector into the crimp tool as shown in Figure 5.5 andcrimp the connector. Be sure that the connector is fully seatedinto the crimp dies.

Figure 5.5 Crimp tool.

9. Check the crimp by pulling gently on the connector. If the jacket
or conductors slide out, cut the connector off and start over.
10. Electrically test the connection using an appropriate tester, suchas a commercially available Ethernet test tool as defined in
Chapter 6.

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Terminating an M12-4-pin connector
M-12 connectors generally do not require the use of terminating tools.
Consult the appropriate connector manufacturer for instructions and any
required tools.
Note: Some field-attachable M12-4 “D” coded connectors utilize insulation
displacement contact (IDC) technology and do not require crimp tools. Onlya sharp cutting tool is necessary to strip away the cable outer jacket. Other
M12-4 “D” coded connector types include over-molded cord sets (noassembly required) in screw or solder types. Follow the manufacturer's
assembly instructions for correct installation.
The typical M12 4-pin IDC termination technique consists of the following
steps:

1. Strip back the jacket by approximately 15 to 20 mm (½ to ¾ in.).
2. Assemble the connector parts as directed by the manufacturer's
data sheet.
3. Arrange the wires according to the orientation of the connector
and the manufacturer's data sheet.
4. Trim off the excess length of the conductors.
5. Assemble the housing and tighten the cable gland to engage the
IDC contacts and strain relief.
6. Test the channel.

Figure 5.6 Example of M12-4 “D” coded connector assembly.

Table 5.3 M12-4 “D” coded connector pin assignment for non-crossover cable

Pair (T568A)
Pair 3

Pair 2Pin

Signal

1

TX+

3

TX–

2

RX+

4

RX–

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Terminating ScTP cabling
There are several variants of shielded twisted pair cables available, offering
different levels of shielding effectiveness. In general, they are all terminatedthe same way. This manual refers to all these variants as ScTP cables.
Depending on the type of shielding used on the cable, the process of
preparing and terminating the cable may be different. Refer to cable and/or
connector manufacturer's recommendations for proper termination
methods.
ScTP cable is typically terminated as follows:

1. Preparing the shield to provide 360 degrees of coverage over the
conductors and being careful not to cut the shield, drain or insulation of
the wires, strip back 1 inch of jacket using the jacket strip tool as shownin Figure 5.7. If you damage the shield, drain or insulation, cut off theend of the cable and start over.

Figure 5.7 Stripping ScTP cables.

2. Separate the individual wire pairs. Untwist only back to the jacket
edge as shown in Figure 5.8.
3. Fold the drain wire and/or shields back in line with the cable asshown in Figure 5.8.
4. Align the wires into color groups as shown in Figure 5.8.
Important: If you are wiring to T568A, then the white/orange and orange
pair is split across blue and white/blue.
If you are wiring to T568B, then green/white and green is split
across blue and white/blue pair.

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Figure 5.8 Wire preparation.

5. Hold the conductors in the proper orientation and trim off theexcess length using a pair of sharp cutters. The finished length
beyond the jacket should be less than 0.5 inch.
6. Confirm the correct orientation of the conductors and insert the
conductors into the connector body. Note that each wire has its
own slot. Follow T 568A or T568B wiring convention as shown in
Figure 5.3.

Figure 5.9 Inserting the wires into the connector body.

7. Push the cable into the shielded connector body until all the wires
touch the end of the connector body. The jacket should be
inserted far enough into the connector body that the cable clamp
will engage and hold.
8. Insert the connector into the crimp tool as shown in Figure 5.10. If
the shield is not to be connected, make sure it is cut off orinsulated from the connector shell. Crimp the connector, making
sure that the metal tabs on the connector are crimped around the
wire.

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Figure 5.10 Crimping the connector.

9. Check the crimp by pulling gently on the connector. If the jacket
or conductors slide out, cut the connector off and start over.
10. Electrically test the connection using an appropriate test tool,such as a commercially available Ethernet test tool.

Cable Routing
See Chapter 3 (copper) and Chapter 4 (fiber) for details on cable routing.

Installing Switches
If you are using off-the-shelf, commercial switches, consult the
manufacturer's data sheets for installation requirements in yourenvironment. Switches may need enclosures, shock mounting andtemperature controls to convert a MICE 2 or 3 environment to a MICE 1
environment. The placement of the switch is important from an accessperspective. Switches should be located to minimize the cable lengths tothe devices. This may conflict with the environmental specifications of theswitch. Consider using an industrially-rated switch for harsh applications.

Installing Bulkhead Feed-Throughs
There are two reasons to use bulkhead feed-throughs: modularity andserviceability. When cables need to exit an enclosure, it is necessary toprotect the internal environment. Therefore, wire glands and feed-throughs
rated for the external environment must be used. It is advisable to always
place these devices on the bottom or top of the enclosure or on sides not
exposed to other machinery where they can be damaged.

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Installing the Cable• Refer to the guidelines in Chapter 3, Chapter 4, and Chapter 5 whenrouting your cable.

• Plan your location in such a way that the connector cannot bedamaged.

• Sealed connectors can be located outside enclosures in areas thatare subject to dust, liquids and vibration.

• Install the cable per the manufacturer's requirements for bend radiusand pull strength. Refer to Table 5.1 on page 5.73 and Table 4.6 on
page 4.72 for additional information.

Connection of Verification and Maintenance Equipment
Observe the following precautions when using diagnostic and maintenanceequipment. See Chapter 6 for network verification and troubleshooting.

Optical fiber cabling
The bend radius for intra-building 2- and 4-fiber horizontal optical fiber cableshall not be less than 25 mm (1 in.) under no-load conditions. When under amaximum tensile load of 222 N (50 lbf), the bend radius shall not be lessthan 50 mm (2 in). Cable bend radius should not exceed those listed inTable 5.1 on page 5.73.
The bend radius for intra building optical fiber backbone cable shall not beless than that recommended by the manufacturer. If the bend radius is notavailable, then the applied bend radius shall not be less than 10 times thecable outside diameter under no-load conditions, and not less than 15 times
the cable outside diameter when the cable is under load.
The bend radius for inter-campus optical fiber backbone cable shall not beless than that recommended by the manufacturer. If no recommendation isprovided or known, then the bend radius shall not be less than 10 times thecable outside diameter under no-load conditions, and not less than 20 times
the cable outside diameter when the cable is under a tensile load up to therating of the cable, usually 2670 N (600 lbf).
Install each cabling segment so that odd numbered fibers are Position A at
one end and Position B at the other end, while even numbered fibers are
Position B at one end and Position A at the other end. See Figure 5.11.

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Figure 5.11 Specified optical fiber cabling for proper polarity.

Achieve the Duplex SC implementation using consecutive fiber numbering(i.e., 1,2,3,4...) on both ends of an optical fiber link but with the Duplex SC
adapters installed in opposite manners on each end (i.e., A-B, A-B... on one
end, and B-A, B-A... on the other end).
For other duplex connector styles, polarity may be achieved either by using
the above method for the Duplex SC or by using reverse-pair positioning.
Reverse-pair positioning is achieved by installing fibers in consecutive fiber
numbering (i.e., 1,2,3,4…) on one end of an optical fiber link andreverse-pair numbering (i.e., 2,1,4,3…) on the other end of the optical fiber
link.
Figure 5.12 illustrates the proper orientation of the Duplex SC adapter at
the main cross-connect, intermediate cross-connect, horizontal
cross-connect, and telecommunications outlet/connector to ensure proper
polarity of an optical fiber system from the cross-connect to thetelecommunications outlet/connector. Install optical fiber links not shown in
Figure 5.13 to ensure that on one end, the Duplex SC adapter is installed in
the A-B orientation, and on the other end, it is installed in the B-Aorientation.

Patch cords, equipment cords and work area
cords
The optical fiber patch cords shall consist of 2-fiber cables of the same fiber
type as the optical fiber channel, terminated with connectors at both ends.
Patch cords are also used for equipment cords and work area cords. Opticalfiber patch cords shall be configured so that A connects to B, and B
connects to A. (See Figure 5.13.)

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Figure 5.12 Optical cabling plan for premises cabling.

Figure 5.13 568SC optical fiber patchcord.

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Verification of your EtherNet/IP Network

Follow the guidelines in this chapter as you verify your EtherNet/IP cabling
system. Verification testing is primarily limited to simple tests to confirm thatthe system has been installed and wired correctly. It is usually performed by
the installer as a final check of the link cabling. If needed and available, theverification testing may include equipment and work area cordage. In thiscase, the tests become channel tests. The text describes the use of an
appropriate diagnostic tool, such as the commercially available Ethernet
cable tester. It is recommended that the network be certified following
successful verification. See Chapter 8 for information on certification.

Verifying Terminated Cable Segments
Each cable segment on your network should be verified for proper
connection as the segment is installed and connectorized. A variety of test
tools are available to perform verification and diagnostics on your network.

List of recommended specialized equipment• Multi-meter (DVM)• Verification test tool that provides wire map, cable length, and cabletracer functions (for troubleshooting)Note: When testing 2-pair systems, some testers perform the “wire map”
function first. If the tester is not programmed or programmable to ignore
pairs 1 and 4 in a 2-pair system, the test may terminate with a fault. This
may prevent measurement of the remainder of cable pair parameters. It is
important to select the proper test equipment.

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Channel test configuration
The channel test configuration is to be used by system designers and users
of data communications systems to verify the performance of the overall
channel. The channel includes up to 90 m (295 ft.) of horizontal cable, awork area equipment cord, a telecommunications outlet/connector, an
optional transition/consolidation connector, and two connections in thetelecommunications room. The total length, including equipment cords, is
100 m (328 ft.). The connections to the test equipment at each end of thechannel are not included in the channel electrical definition. The channel
definition does not apply to those cases where the horizontal cabling iscross-connected to the backbone cabling and is beyond the scope of thismanual. See Figure 6.1 for a schematic representation of a channel.

Begin Channel
Optional transition/
consolidation point connector

A
B

Field Test
Instrument

Telecommunications/
Automation outlet

C

D

E

Field Test
Instrument

Horizontal Crossconnector or interconnect
LegendWork area cord ---------------------------------------------------A
Optional transistion cabling ------------------------------------B
Horizontal cabling ------------------------------------------------C
Patch cord or Jumper cable -----------------------------------D
Telecommunications Room Equipment cord -------------E

End Channel

Maximum length
B+C --------------------------------------------90meters (295 ft)
A+D+E ----------------------------------------------10 m (32.8ft)

Figure 6.1 Schematic representation for a channel test configuration.

Permanent link test configuration
The permanent link test configuration is to be used by installers and users
of data telecommunications systems to verify the performance of
permanently installed cabling. A schematic representation of the permanent
link is illustrated in Figure 6.2. The permanent link consists of up to 90 m
(295 ft.) of horizontal cabling and one connection at each end and may also
include an optional transition/consolidation point connection. The
permanent link excludes both the cable portion of the field test instrument
cord and the connection to the field test instrument.

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Begin permanent link
Optional transition/
consolidation point connector

F
G

Field Test
Instrument

Telecommunications/
Automation outlet

H
Horizontal Crossconnector or interconnect

LegendTest equipment cord -----------------------F
Optional transistion cabling --------------G
Horizontal cabling --------------------------H
Maximum length
G+H ------------------------90meters (295 ft)

F

Field Test
Instrument

End permanent link

Figure 6.2 Schematic representation of a permanent link test configuration.

Note: If cross-connections are used, then channel testing is
recommended.

What should be verified?
Primary verification parameters include:• Wire map• Jacketed length• Shields floating or not floating (Note: The shield may intentionally be
open at one end. See Figure 3.22 on page 3-54.)

•
•
•
•
•
•
•

Kinks in cable
Breaks in the jacket, abraded or burned
Bend radius
Dust caps for connectorized cabling
Cable end seals for un-terminated cables
Labeling per design documentation (outlets and cables)
Routing of cables with respect to other EMC 1, 2 and 3 circuits

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Wire map test
The wire map test is intended to verify pin-to-pin termination at each end
and check for installation connectivity errors. For each of the 8 or 4
conductors in the cable, the wire map indicates:

•
•
•
•
•
•

Continuity to the remote end
Shorts between any two or more conductors
Reversed pairs
Split pairs
Transposed pairs
Any other miss-wiring

Wire map for straight-through cables
Correct pairing

1
2
3
6
4
5
7
8

Correct pairing

1
2
3
6
4
5
7
8
8-Way Modular

1
1
2
3
3
2
6
4
4
5
7
8 8-Way -- M12-4

Correct pairing

1
3
2
4

1
3
2
4

M12-4 "D" Coded"D" coded

Figure 6.3 Wire mapping for 8-way modular and 8-way modular to M12-4
non-crossover cabling.

Wire map for crossover cables
Correct pairing

1
2
3
6
4
5
7
8

CrossoverCorrect pairing

3
6
1
2
7
8
4
5

1
2
2
4
3
1
6
3
4
Crossover5
7
8 8-Way -- M12-4"D" coded

Correct pairing

1
3
2
4

2
4
1
3
CrossoverM12-4 "D" Coded

Figure 6.4 Wire mapping for crossover cables.

Reversed pairs
A reversed pair occurs when the polarity of one wire pair is reversed at one
end of the link (also called a “tip/ring reversal”). It is not recommended toleave these cables reversed.

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Transposed or crossed pairs
A transposed pair occurs when the two conductors in a wire pair areconnected to the position for a different pair at the remote connection. Pairtranspositions are sometimes referred to as “crossed pairs.” Refer toFigure 6.5 for an illustration of transposed pairs.

Split pairs
Split pairs occur when pin-to-pin continuity is maintained, but physical pairs
are separated. Refer to Figure 6.5 for an illustration of split pairs.
If your verification test indicates a split-pair error condition, the cable must
be re-terminated to correct the error before placing the cable in service.
Split pairs are caused by using one conductor from two pairs for one signal
pair function. For example, orange wire and green/white for TX+ and TXwould cause a split pair. Split pair errors always produce two error
conditions in the tester.
Correct connectivity of telecommunications outlets/connectors is defined in
ANSI/TIA/EIA 568 B.2 and is illustrated in Figure 6.3.

Examples of incorrect wire mapping
Transposed pairing

1
2
3
6
4
5
7
8

Split pairing

1
2
3
6
4
5
7
8

1
2
3
6
4
5
7
8

1
2
3
6
4
5
7
8

Incorrect contact
1 assignment

2
3
4
5
6
7
8

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8

Figure 6.5 Examples of miss-wiring.

Physical Length vs. Electrical Length
LengthThe physical length of the permanent link/channel is the sum of the physicallengths of the cables between the two end points. Physical length of thepermanent link/channel may be determined by physically measuring thelength(s) of the cable(s), determined from the length markings on thecable(s), when present.

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Length limits for permanent links and channels
The physical length of the permanent link shall not be greater than 90 m
(295 ft.). Test equipment cords are excluded from the permanent link model.
The physical length of the channel shall not be greater than100 m (328 ft.),including equipment cords and patch cords. If the channel or permanent linkhas been de-rated because of temperature cable attenuation, then the totalchannel length is less than 100 m (328 ft.), and the permanent link will beless than 90 m (295 ft.). See the de-rating table, Table 3.8 on page 3.37.

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Troubleshooting Your EtherNet/IP Network

This chapter provides information on test tools that are available and asystematic method for quickly testing, localizing and repairing an
EtherNet/IP network It describes the use of appropriate diagnostic tools,
such as the commercially available Ethernet cable tester to aid in localizing
faults in the network.

Tools for Determining Network Failures
Test tools
There are many off-the-shelf test tools available to help diagnose yournetwork. The tools can be divided into two categories: passive and active.

Passive testers
Passive testers are designed to test the cabling system and components.
They require full access to a network. Devices have to be disconnected and,in some tests, require special terminators to be installed at one end of thechannel/permanent link. Passive testers are available for verification andcertification.
Verification testers are usually less expensive and only provide basic
information, such as wire map and length. A verification type tester is morethan sufficient for locating an open or shorted cable in a channel orpermanent link. More complex testers are available that will perform swept
frequency tests and provide permanent link/channel performance testing,such as return loss (impedance), attenuation, near-end cross talk (NEXT),and far-end cross talk (FEXT) to name just a few. Most, if not all, performthe functions of verification. This type of tester can certify the channel orpermanent link for a specific application need. For example, if yourapplication is EtherNet/IP requiring Category 5e performance level, thecertifying tester will perform go/no-go testing to this level. These types oftesters come in varying levels of accuracies and bandwidth support.
Currently, the most accurate tester is a Level IV. This tester is capable ofproviding precision measurements. You should purchase an appropriate(verification or certification) tester(s) based on your needs.

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Active test tools
Active test tools typically communicate on the network and areapplication-specific. For example, EtherNet/IP is an application using IEEE
802.3 signaling and, therefore, requires IEEE 802.3-compliant tools. Active
diagnostic tools will report errors to the application layer using the cabling
and active physical layer devices, such as switches and routers. Some ofthese tools are capable of producing alarms to the operator when eventsoccur.

Network Verification
Network verification has limited usefulness in troubleshooting a network as
verification is only a basic check done at the time of installation. With little
training, these tools are effective in quickly determining if the cabling system
has been wired properly or if there has been damage causing an open or ashort.

Network Certification
Network certification includes electrical performance testing of eachchannel and is useful in the diagnostic process. If certification was
performed initially, post-failure results can be compared to the initialcertification. These types of testers are generally more expensive and more
complex to use.
Note: There are many off-the-shelf active testers available that can help
determine if communications to the switch is functioning. Some testers willcommunicate with the switch and/or router and attempt to get an IP address
through DHCP, which must be enabled in your server. If successful, one canassume that the channel is functioning. These devices have a MAC addressand can be assigned a fixed IP address. They then can be used to ping a
specific address for diagnostic purposes.

Diagnostic error counters
Communications error counters are extremely useful in predicting future
failures. Alarms can be set at error counter thresholds to warn operatorsthat a failure is imminent. A network that exhibits slowly increasing error
rates over time is an indication of a degrading network. This can be caused
by failing connectors, moisture ingress or even rising temperatures. Error
counters that burst counts can be an indication of noise. This can be thefault of a poorly designed network, cables that are too close to noise
generating machinery, or a failing ground.

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Determining if you have a network failure
In some cases, it may be obvious that a network failure has occurred. Whatis usually clear is that the machine has stopped for some reason. Thissection is provided for those cases where the fault is not clear. Examples ofthis may be intermittent failures or noise-related failures. In many cases,
these are related. Most control networks have error reporting capabilities
within the devices. The communications management software has theability to collect and report the errors to the operator. The error reporting
can be used for an early warning system and as a diagnostic tool to help
determine the source of a pending failure or a failure that has occurred.
Error counter histograms are particularly useful in correlating errors toevents, such as a drive coming online.

Quick troubleshooting process
A systematic approach should be used for troubleshooting. Figure 7.1 is an
example of a basic troubleshooting process.

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Start Failure has
Occurred

Visual inspectionof the network

Observe Device
LEDs,
Communications
errorsPerform
Verification/
Certification

Localized fault

Replace Defective
component/
ModuleObserve Device
LEDs,
Communications
errors (Cleared?)

Activity OK ?

No

Verfy and/or
Certify

Verfication/
Certification
OK?

No

Operational

Figure 7.1 Basic troubleshooting flow chart.

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Detailed troubleshooting processThis process can be used to find the majority of cabling faults.
Visually inspect the network (channel/permanent link):

1. Observe cabling.
a. Correct cut or damaged cable.
b. Correct damaged connectors.
2. Observe device indicators, including the switch.
a. An activity indicator at one end and not the other may indicate acabling fault in one pair and or a device fault.

b. An activity indicator out at both ends may indicate a device fault at
one end and or a total cable fault.
c. All indicators out at a device may indicate a device fault or power
fault.

3. If the cabling is suspected, disconnect the active devices and test
the channel. Localize and correct the cabling failure.
a. If a verification tool is used in the previous step and no problem isreported, perform a certification-level test on the channel/permanent
link.
b. If a problem is reported, localize and replace the component(s).

c. If no problem is reported by the test equipment, proceed totroubleshooting the active devices per the manufacturer's directions.

4. After correcting faults in the cabling system, perform a channel/
permanent link certification test and update the applicable
network documentation.

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Common symptoms/causes of failures
Table 7.1 provides common symptoms and causes of failures to help withthe troubleshooting process.

Table 7.1 Network Failures and Possible Causes

Symptom

Possible Cause

Suggested Action• Perform certification

High error rate

• Damaged cable• Electrical noise near by• Wrong cabling used

No communications• Severed cable• Disconnected node
• Incorrect wire map• Check for power to switch and device• Correct wiring and connection• Check wire map• Severed cable• Disconnected connector• Device/switch powered down

• Correct cut or disconnected cable/• Noise-generating device• Poor cabling• Grounded shield• Correlate burst noise to burst errors.

• Incorrect cabling for application or• Use proper cabling to support

No link indication

Burst error indicationnoise level
Continuous error condition(some data getting through)• Ground loop in cabling• Incorrect wire map

connector• Replace defective switch/device• Correct power
Provide additional separation. Checkfor improper grounding.

• Check for low noise cabling.
application.

• Locate shorted shield and remove orprovide additional path for noise
current.

• Correct wire map.
Continuous error condition (nodata getting through)7.98• Severed cable• Check Link indicator• Disconnected node

• Check for power to switch and device.
• Replace defective switch/device• Correct wiring and connection.

Chapter 8

Certifying your EtherNet/IP Network

The following chapter contains guidelines for certifying your EtherNet/IP
network. It is important to certify a new network for the following reasons:• A baseline can be established for future maintenance purposes, suchas troubleshooting and/or preventive maintenance.

• It reduces start-up time by confirming that the installation can support
the application requirements. For example, if your application requires
10/100 Mb/s, then the certification will confirm that the network meetsthe minimum Category 5e channel and permanent link limits as
defined by TIA and the ODVA standard.

• Some cabling providers will provide a warranty for the network only
upon successful passing of certification tests.

When to Perform Certification
In general, this process is performed after the installer has verified that the
network components have been installed properly. The process ofconformance is usually carried out by specialists trained in network
certification. This process should also include a report detailing any of thefollowing:• Areas that do not meet the requirements of the design documentation• Channel/permanent link performance requirements• Successful pass of all aspects
Network certification should be performed on:• Newly installed networks• Networks that have had substantial repairs or changes• On a cyclic basis (for preventative maintenance)
A plan should be established detailing when network certification should be
performed based on the requirements of the owner and provider. The planshould include report requirements, and the limits and steps to be taken in
the event the network fails certification.

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What Should Be Certified
Certification should include the following aspects of the network:• Physical installation attributes that may affect life of installation, suchas–

Location of cabling with respect to electrical noise andenvironmental conditions

–
–
–
–
–
–
–

Grounding of devices and equipment where specified
Wire ways
Bend radii
Cable supports (hangers)
Cable loading and crushing
Terminations
Proper media commensurate with the environment• Electrical performance commensurate with the needs of theapplication––

Electrical and physical lengths of channels and permanent links
Swept frequency measurements (as detailed later in thischapter)Tools Required for Network Certification
The network test tools required for certification are usually more complex
than the go/no-go tools used in verification. These tools are required toperform both DC and swept frequency at both the local and remote ends ofa channel or permanent link. There are several off-the-shelf test tools thatprovide different levels of accuracy. Field test tools must be Level II or
higher, and it is highly recommended that you use either a Level III or IV
tester for network certification. Additionally, the test time and frequency
range is a variable. For example, testers may take anywhere from 5 to 20
seconds per channel or permanent link and may only test to Category 5echannels/permanent links. The test tool usually requires separate test
heads for testing channels, permanent links and patch cords. It is importantto have a tester that is capable of testing all components and parts of achannel.
Additional tools that are beneficial for the certification process include:• Digital camera• Digital multi-meter with milliohm scale• Hand tools and software for generating reports
It is assumed that the certifier has access to a computer and the design
documentation.

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Electrical Tests
The following list of electrical tests should be performed on a network
according to the design documentation. At a minimum, the electricalmeasurements should be performed after the initial installation to ensurethat the cabling system will support the intended application(s).

•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•

LengthInsertion loss
Near end crosstalk (NEXT)
Power sum near end crosstalk (PSNEXT)
Equal level far end crosstalk (ELFEXT)Power sum equal level far end crosstalk (PSELFEXT)
Return loss (impedance)
Propagation delay
Delay skew
Resistance (optional)

Certifying Terminated Cable Segments
Transmission performance depends on cable characteristics, connecting
hardware, patch cords and cross-connect wiring, the total number ofconnections, and the care with which they are installed and maintained.
This section addresses field test specifications for post-installation
performance measurements of cabling designed in accordance with the
ODVA specification.
The information contained in this guide is related to the channel and to thepermanent link test configurations as specified in the following sections.
This section provides additional information, including specifications for fieldtest instruments, test methods and interpretations of test results, leading toa practical solution to the issues related to field testing.

100-ohm, twisted-pair transmission performanceand field test requirements
This section specifies the electrical characteristics of field test instruments,
test methods, and minimum transmission requirements for 100-ohm,
twisted pair cabling. It specifies transmission performance requirements for
100-ohm twisted pair cabling links that are consistent with the twocategories of 100-ohm twisted pair cable and connecting hardware
specified herein. The requirements are targeted towards field testing of
installed 100-ohm, twisted pair cabling links using field test instruments.
Field test instrument characteristics needed for swept/stepped frequency
measurements up to 100 MHz for Category 5e are described to ensure
consistent and reasonably accurate measurements. Other methods using
frequency domain or time domain measurement techniques that
demonstrate equivalency also are acceptable.

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Field test methods and interpretation of test data leading to pass/fail criteria
are described to verify the installed cabling. Users of this section are
advised to consult applications standards, equipment manufacturers andsystem integrators to determine the suitability of these requirements for
specific networking applications.
These additional specifications for verification of installed cabling are notintended to replace or supersede the basic requirements of this guide.

Test Configurations
The transmission requirements specified herein are applicable tounshielded twisted pair (UTP) and screened twisted pair (ScTP) cabling
links, consisting of cables and connecting hardware specified in this guide.
It relates to performance with respect to 100-ohm, 4-pair UTP and ScTP
cabling only. Compliance with this guide does not imply compatibility withcables having nominal impedance values other than 100-ohm.
Channel and permanent link test configurations are defined in the following
paragraphs. Other compliant test configurations shall be tested using limits
computed according to the ODVA specification.

Channel test configuration
The channel test configuration is for use by system designers and users ofdata communications systems to verify the performance of the overall
channel. The channel includes up to 90 m (295 ft.) of horizontal cable, awork area equipment cord, a telecommunications outlet/connector, an
optional transition/consolidation connector, and two connections in thetelecommunications room. The connections to the test equipment at eachend of the channel are not included in the channel electrical definition. The
channel definition does not apply to those cases where the horizontal
cabling is cross-connected to the backbone cabling. Those cases arebeyond the scope of this manual. See Figure 8.1 for a schematic
representation of a channel.

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Begin Channel
Optional transition/
consolidation point connector

A
B

Field Test
Instrument

Telecommunications/
Automation outlet

C

D

E

Field Test
Instrument

Horizontal Crossconnector or interconnect
LegendWork area cord ---------------------------------------------------A
Optional transistion cabling ------------------------------------B
Horizontal cabling ------------------------------------------------C
Patch cord or Jumper cable -----------------------------------D
Telecommunications Room Equipment cord -------------E

End Channel

Maximum length
B+C --------------------------------------------90meters (295 ft)
A+D+E ----------------------------------------------10 m (32.8ft)

Figure 8.1 Channel test configuration.

Permanent link test configuration
The permanent link test configuration is for use by the certifying technician
to certify the performance of installed cabling. A schematic representationof the permanent link is illustrated in Figure 8.2. The permanent linkconsists of up to 90 m (295 ft.) of horizontal cabling and one connection ateach end. It may also include an optional transition/consolidation pointconnection. The permanent link excludes both the cable portion of the fieldtest instrument cord and the connection to the field test instrument.

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Begin permanent link
Optional transition/
consolidation point connector

F
G

Field Test
Instrument

Telecommunications/
Automation outlet

H
Horizontal Crossconnector or interconnect

LegendTest equipment cord -----------------------F
Optional transistion cabling --------------G
Horizontal cabling --------------------------H
Maximum length
G+H ------------------------90meters (295 ft)

F

Field Test
Instrument

End permanent link

Figure 8.2 Permanent link test configuration.

Note:

1. If cross-connections are used, then channel testing is recommended.
2. Other parameters such as longitudinal balance and longitudinal
impedance, which may be of importance to specific networking
applications, are under study.
3. When testing 2-pair systems, some testers perform the wire mapfunction first. If the tester is not programmed or programmable toignore pairs 1 and 4 in a 2-pair system, the test may terminate
with a fault. This may prevent measurement of the balance ofcable pair parameters. It is important to select the proper test
equipment.
Insertion loss, near-end crosstalk loss, equal level far-end crosstalk, andreturn loss are derived from swept/stepped frequency measurements orequivalent measurement methods.

Physical and electrical lengths
The physical length of the permanent link/channel is the sum of the physicallengths of the cables between the two end points. Physical length of thepermanent link/channel may be determined by physically measuring thelength(s) of the cable(s), determined from the length markings on thecable(s), when present, or estimated from the electrical length
measurement. The electrical length is derived from the propagation delay ofsignals and depends on the construction and material properties of thecable. (See ANSI/TIA/EIA 568 B.2.)

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When physical length is determined from electrical length, the physicallength of the link calculated using the pair with the longest electrical delay
shall be reported and used for making the pass or fail decision. The pass or
fail criteria is based on the maximum length allowed for the channel orpermanent link given in Chapter 3, plus the nominal velocity of propagation(NVP).
Note: Calibration of NVP is critical to the accuracy of length
measurements. (See ANSI/TIA/EIA 568 B.2.)

Insertion loss
Insertion loss is a measure of signal loss in the permanent link or channel.
Worst case insertion loss relative to the maximum insertion loss allowed
shall be reported.
The channel insertion loss is derived as the sum of the following:• Insertion loss of four connectors• Insertion loss of 10 m (33 ft.) of 24 AWG UTP/24 AWG ScTP patch,work area, and equipment cords or 8 m (26 ft.) of 26 AWG ScTP
patch, work area, and equipment cords at 20 °C• Insertion loss of 90 m (295 ft.) cable segment at 20 °C
The permanent link insertion loss is derived as the sum of the following:• Insertion loss of three connectors,• Insertion loss of 90 m (295 ft.) cable segment at 20 °C.
Insertion loss requirements are derived from the following equations:insertion losschannel = insertion loss4 connections + insertion losscable , 90 m + insertion losscords ,10 m(3)

insertion loss permanent link = insertion loss3connections + insertion losscable, 90 m
The maximum insertion loss contribution allowed for equipment cords andpatch cords is 20 percent higher than for the horizontal cabling as specified
in ANSI/TIA/EIA 568 B.2. The maximum insertion loss contribution allowed
for ScTP equipment cords and patch cords is 50 percent higher than for thehorizontal cabling as specified in ANSI/TIA/EIA 568 B.2. If 50 percent
de-rating is used, the maximum total length of patch cables, equipment
cords, and work area cords shall be 8 m (26 ft.), so that the overall insertion
loss limits for the channel are not exceeded.

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Examples of the worst-case insertion loss at selected frequencies for thechannel and permanent link are shown in Table 8.1 and Table 8.2
respectively.
Table 8.1 Channel Insertion Loss

Frequency(MHz)

Category 5e
(dB)

1.0

2.2

4.0

4.5

8.0

6.3

10.0

7.1

16.0

9.1

20.0

10.2

25.0

11.4

31.25

12.9

62.5

18.6

100.0

24.0

Insertion loss is determined at 20 °C for channel test configuration.
Length of horizontal cabling is 90 m (295 ft.).
Length of equipment cords, patch cords and jumpers is 10 m (33 ft.).

Channel Insertion Loss
30
25

dB's

20
15
10
5
0
0

20

40

60

80

Freq (MHz)Figure 8.3 Channel insertion loss limit.

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Table 8.2 Permanent Link Insertion Loss

Frequency(MHz)

Category 5e
(dB)

1.0

2.1

4.0

3.9

8.0

5.5

10.0

6.2

16.0

7.9

20.0

8.9

25.0

10.0

31.25

11.2

62.5

16.2

100.0

21.0

Link Insertion Loss
25
20

dB's

15
10
5
0
0

20

40

60

80

100

120

Freq (MHz)Figure 8.4 Permanent link insertion loss.

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Length of horizontal cable is 90 m (295 ft.). Insertion loss increases withtemperature. The user can estimate the insertion loss of cable segments at
temperatures other than 20 °C using a 0.4% per degree Celsius factor for
category 5e cable. The temperature coefficient and the maximum
temperatures are specified in ANSI/TIA/EIA 568 B.2.
Note:

1. When using percent variations in quantities normally expressed in dB,
this procedure uses percent variations in the dB values.

2. Although the terms attenuation and insertion loss are often usedinterchangeably, attenuation implies that the terminating
impedance at the device under test is the same as thecharacteristic impedance of the cable.

Cabling return loss
Return loss is a measure of the reflected energy caused by impedance
variations in the cabling system. For all frequencies from 1 to 100 MHz, thecategory 5e minimum return loss of the cabling shall be measured inaccordance with annex E of ANSI/TIA/EIA 568 B.2 and shall meet or
exceed the values shown.
Table 8.3 Category 5e Channel Return Loss(1)

Frequency(MHz)

Category 5e(dB)

1≤f<20(1)1720≤f≤100

17 –10log (f/20)

f is the frequency in MHz.

Table 8.4 Category 5e Channel Return Loss

Frequency(MHz)

Category 5e
(dB)

1.0
4.0
8.0
10.0

17.0

16.0
20.0

8.108

25.0

16.0

31.25

15.1

62.5

12.1

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Channel Return Loss
18
16
14

dB's

12
10
8
6
4
2
0
0

20

40

60

80

100

120

Freq (MHz)Figure 8.5 Channel return loss.

Table 8.5 Category 5e Permanent Link Return Loss(1)

Frequency(MHz)

Category 5e(dB)

1≤f<20(1)1920≤f≤100

19 –10log (f/20)

f is the frequency in MHz

Table 8.6 Category 5e Permanent Link Return Loss

Frequency(MHz)

Category 5e
(dB)

1.0
4.0
8.0
10.0

19.0

16.0
20.0
25.0

18.0

31.25

17.1

62.5

14.1

100.0

12.0

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Permanent Link Return Loss
20
18
16
14
dB's

12
10
8
6
4
2
0
0

20

40

60

80

Freq (MHz)Figure 8.6 Permanent link return loss.

8.110

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120

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Index

Numerics
100-ohm, twisted-pair performance
101
2-pair and 4-pair rules 22
4-pole M12 D coded connectors 20
8-way modular
connector cord set 22
plug termination 75

A
Access, network 5
Active network components 59
Active test tools 94
Ambient temperature 60
Application
control 13
information 13
MICE concept 10

B
Bandwidth, fiber optic 66
Bend radius 73
Bonding 54
equipotential 47
Star/multi-star 46
Star/multistar 46
Breakout kits 70
Bridges 16
Building wiring 45
Bulkhead feed-through installation 82
Bulkhead feed-throughs 6, 24, 59

C
Cabinet, fiber optic 70
Cable
2-pair and 4-pair rules 22
certifying 101
fiber optic 65
field-terminating ends 74
glands 59
grounding shielded 7
high-flex 57
install 83
install horizontal 73

installing 8
plan routing 41
plant hardware 69
plenum-rated 56
pull strength 74
pulling fiber optic 71
radius 73
riser-rated 56
screened 40
segment verification 87
shielded twisted pair 40
shielded use 7
terminate 75
terminate horizontal 74
terminate ScTP 80
termination 8
types 74
unshielded 7
weld splatter 56
Cabling return loss 108
Categorize conductors 42
Certification tools 100
Certification, network 94
Certifying
electrical tests 101
terminated cable segments 101
what to certify 100
when to perform 99
Channel connections 58
Channel requirements 5
Channel test configuration 88, 102
Communication error 94
Component placement 6
Conductors
categorize 42
routing 42
Conduit, install fiber 69
Connecting devices 8
Connections in a channel 58
Connectivity between families 24
Connector 17
4-pole M12D coded 20
Ethernet/IP sealed 8-way modular
18

9.111

Indexfiber optic 63
LC 64
RJ45 18
SC 63
ST 63
terminate M12-4-pin 79
Control applications 13
Controlling earth currents 50
Copperbulkhead 59
cable glands 59
cable selection 55
equipment cords 57
extension cords 57
four-pair 56
high-flex 57
jumpers 57
patch cords 57
plenum-rated 56
resistant jackets 56
riser-rated 56
selecting I/O 59
two-pair 56
weld splatter-resistant 56
work area cords 57
Cord set 22
8-way modular 22
connectivity 22
crossover function 24
M12-4 "D" coded 23
two connector family 24
Core diameter, fiber optic 66
Cores 61
Crossover cord set 24

D
Design, non-earthed 53
Diagnostic error counters 94
Direct connections 17

E
Earth current, controlling 50
Earthing 54
Electrical length 91, 104
Electrical tests 101
Enclosure, modular network 27
Environment
MICE classifications 2
overview 1
selecting cable 6
Equipment cord 57
Equipment cords 84
Equipotential
bonding connection 53
bonding system 47
Ethernet
backbone, industrial 15
bridges 16
connectors 17

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direct connection 17
gateways 16
hubs 15
network segment 17
RJ45 connector 18
routers 15
switches 16
EtherNet/IP sealed 8-way modular 18
Extension cords 57

F
Failure symptoms and causes 98
Ferrite beads 61
Fiber optic
bandwidth 66
breakout kits 70
cable plant hardware 69
cables 65
conduit and innerduct 69
connectors 63
core and cladding diameter 66
fire codes 71
install guide 70
LC connector 64
patch panels 70
plan and install 68
pull tension 71
pulling cable 71
racks and cabinets 70
SC connector 63
splice enclosures 70
splice panels 70
ST connector 63
verification equipment 83
water protection 70
wavelengths 66
Field-terminating cable ends 74
Fire codes, fiber optic 71

G
Gateways 16
Ground methods 45
Groundingshielded cable 50
shielded cable overview 7HHigh-flex cables 57
Horizontal cable termination 74
Horizontal cable types 74
Horizontal installation 73
Hubs 5, 15

IIndustrial
backbone 15
control applications 13
control components 15
Information applications 13

Index
Innerduct, install fiber optic 69
Insertion loss 105
Install fiber optic cable 68
Installing bulkhead feed-throughs 82
Installing cable 8
Installing switches 82
Installing the cable 83
IP65/IP67 sealed connectors 8, 58

J
Jackets, oil and chemical resistant 56

L
LC connector 64
Lengthchannel limits 92
electrical 91
permanent limits 92
physical 91

M
M12-4 "D" coded connector cord set
23
M12-4-pin connector 79
Maintenance equipment connection
83
MICE
apply concept 10classifications 2
tutorial 9
Mitigation examples 11
Modular network construction 24

N
Network
access 5
certification 94
channel requirement 5
component placement 6
components, active 59
diagnostic error counters 94
failure determination 95
hubs 5lay out 5
media 5planning 4
ports 6security 5
segment 17
switches 6
verification 94
Network failures
active test tools 94
passive tester 93
test tools 93
tools for determining 93
Non-earthed reference voltage design
53

P
Passive testers 93
Patch cords 57, 84
Patch panel
fiber optic 70
modular construction 24
overview 6
Pathways 44
Permanent link test configuration 88,
103
Physical length 91, 104
Plan fiber optic cable 68
Planning network 4
Plenum-rated cables 56
Ports 6
Pull strength, cable 74
Pulling tension, fiber optic 71

R
Raceway considerations 44
Racks and cabinets 70
Reversed pairs 90
Riser-rated cables 56
Routers 15
Routing conductors 42
Routing, planning 41

S
SC connector 63
ScTP cable, terminate 80
Security, network 5
Selecting I/O 59
Shielded
cable grounding 50
cable use 7
cables 40
Shielding with equipotential bonding
53
Splice enclosures 70
Splice panels 70
Split pairs 91
ST connector 63
Standard 8-way modular connectors(RJ45) 18
Star/multi-star 46
Surge suppression 61
Switches
Ethernet 16
install 82
overview 6

T
T568A or T568B use 75
Temperature, ambient 60
Terminate
8-way modular plugs 75
field-terminating 74

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Indexhorizontal cable 74
M12-4-pin connector 79
ScTP cable 80
UTP cable 75
Terminating cable ends 8
Test configuration
channel 102
permanent link test 103
Test configurations 102
Test tools 93
TN-C wiring 45
TN-S wiring 45
Tools for certification 100
Transmission performance 101
Transposed or crossed pairs 91
Troubleshooting process 95–97
Troubleshooting table 98
Tutorial, MICE 9UUnshielded cable use 7

V
Verification
fiber optic 83
Verification equipment connection 83
Verification, network 94
Verifychannel test 88
crossover cable 90
incorrect wire map example 91
link test 88
parameters 89
recommended equipment 87
reversed pairs 90
straight pairs 91
straight-through cable 90
terminated cable segments 87
transposed or crossed pairs 91
wire map test 90

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W
Water protection, fiber optic 70
Wavelength, fiber optic 66
Weld splatter-resistant cables 56
Wire mapcrossover cables 90
incorrect example 91
straight-through cables 90
test 90
Wiringbuilding 45
external to enclosures 43
guidelines, general 41
inside enclosure 44
modular network example 24
TN-C methods 45
TN-S scheme 45
Work area cords 57, 84