The Inovance MD500-ECAT is a drive accessory – ethercat communication card.
A fieldbus card plugs into the option slot of the AC drive and connects it to the PLC network, so start/stop, speed reference and status are exchanged over the bus instead of hard-wired I/O.
More Inovance drives and accessories: Inovance range.
The ratings in the table are taken from the official Inovance MD500 / MD290 brochure (inovance.eu).
Technical data
| Model | MD500-ECAT |
|---|---|
| Description | EtherCAT communication card |
| Category | Fieldbus communication card |
| Suitable for | MD290 and MD500 (all frame sizes) |
| Brand | Inovance |
| Condition | New, original |
Typical applications
- Replacement of a damaged accessory
- Spare part for MD290 and MD500 drives
- PLC network connection of a drive
- Replacing hard-wired control signals
Compatibility and replacement
Order with the exact model MD500-ECAT; Inovance option cards with similar codes support different networks or frame sizes.
The ratings in the table are taken from the official Inovance MD500 / MD290 brochure (inovance.eu).
What to check first
- Firmware or software version of the drive
- Network type and connector
- Drive model and frame size
Frequently asked questions
What does it do?
EtherCAT communication card.
Can several cards be fitted?
Check the option slot arrangement of your MD290 or MD500 frame size in the drive manual before ordering more than one card.
Which drives does it fit?
MD290 and MD500 (all frame sizes), according to the Inovance accessories list.
Is configuration needed?
Yes. The drive’s communication parameters (address, baud rate or network name) are set after fitting the card; send us the drive model and we tell you the parameter group.
Can you help me identify the right replacement?
Yes. Send us a photo of the label of the old part, or its full order code, and we will confirm the exact match or the official successor before quoting.
Do you ship to my country, and what is the warranty?
Yes. RendatSP ships worldwide from Yiwu, China, by air in 5 to 7 days once the part is ready, and every part carries a 1-year warranty. Send the order number and quantity on WhatsApp and we will reply with a quotation.
Ordering tips
Send us the full order number from the label of the old part, or a clear photo of the label, together with the quantity you need. We check the number against the current manufacturer data before we quote and tell you if there is a newer replacement.
Every part RendatSP supplies is new and original, carries a 1-year warranty and ships worldwide by air in 5 to 7 days once ready (shipping, payment and warranty). Send us the order number and quantity on WhatsApp or through the inquiry form and we will quote the same working day. Agents in Saudi Arabia, Iraq, the UAE, Egypt, Oman, Libya, Morocco, Mauritania, Yemen, Algeria and Jordan.
