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Murrelektronik Is Now Offering a Hybrid Safety Module for EtherNet/IP

Murrelektronik Is Now Offering a Hybrid Safety Module for EtherNet/IP MVK Fusion

May 5, 2025

Murrelektronik’s MVK Fusion Hybrid Fieldbus Modules Expansion: Safely a Good Choice

Murrelektronik’s MVK Fusion hybrid fieldbus modules unite three elementary functions of installation technology: discrete I/O, safety I/O, and IO-Link. This clever 3-in-1 solution is increasingly in demand worldwide, which is why Murrelektronik now also offers a hybrid module for EtherNet/IP applications, utilizing the Common Industrial Protocol Safety (CIP Safety): the new MVK Fusion CIP Safety.

Simplifying Industrial Automation with Smart, Seamless & Cost-Effective Solutions

– that’s the DNA of Murrelektronik.

The MVK fusion fieldbus modules are a good example of this. These hybrid modules unite three elementary functions of installation technology: discrete I/O, safety I/O, and IO-Link. The combination of standard and safety communication into one device streamlines system architecture and makes installation significantly easier and faster – typical Murrelektronik.

This innovative approach means that machine builders and system integrators need fewer fieldbus modules per modular unit, ideally only one – which greatly reduces installation effort and saves valuable space.

3-In-1 Module Now Also Available for Ethernet/IP

Now Murrelektronik adds a new member to the MVK Fusion family: MVK Fusion CIP Safety. As the name suggests, it utilizes the “Common Industrial Protocol Safety” – or CIP Safety for short. This means that machine builders and system integrators can now also use this popular 3-in-1 approach and its many advantages for EtherNet/IP applications.

CIP Safety is a certified extension of the widely used CIP protocol (IEC 61508) that enables the safe transmission of data in real time – without the need for separate safety networks. The new MVK Fusion CIP Safety device supports this functionality, helping engineers easily integrate safety into both new and existing Ethernet/IP systems. The device features robust M12 L-coded power connectors, making it ideal for space-constrained installations. In addition to their compact form factor, these connectors offer high current capacity, reliability and proven coding.

The new hybrid safety modules for EtherNet/IP also simplify the configuration of safety-related sensors and actuators. Configuration is handled directly through the controller’s engineering software. This means that no external tools are needed to transfer the Safety Network Number (SNN) or device settings, minimizing setup time and reducing errors. The safety output on Port X3 provides unmatched flexibility. It can be configured as two sourcing outputs, one bipolar output, or a combination of both.

Important to know: Each port offers channel-specific customization to suit a variety of application needs, improving overall system flexibility and performance.

Thus, the new MVK Fusion CIP Safety is another smart solution that fits perfectly into Murrelektronik’s DNA. It joins the expanding EtherNet/IP product family, which includes the MVK Pro IO-Link Master and high-performance managed switches.

Robust Design for Maximum Flexibility

The MVK Fusion CIP Safety modules are designed in detail for installation close to the process and use in harsh environments: They are IP67-rated and feature a robust, fully encapsulated metal housing, making them resistant to shock, vibration and temperatures from -22°F to +140°F (-30°C to +60°C).

The extensive diagnostic options are also typical of Murrelektronik: the device continuously monitors each channel for conditions such as overload, short circuits, and cable breaks. This proactive approach allows for faster fault detection and resolution, minimizing unplanned downtime.

May 5, 2025 - Murrelektronik Is Now Offering a Hybrid Safety Module for EtherNet_IP MVK Fusion

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