The Optris EtherNet/IP interface board can be easily installed inside the electronic box of any CT, CTlaser or CTratio. The EtherNet/IP interface connector is a 4-pin M12 connector, D-coded, installed on the left side of the CT electronic box. It is suited for industrial EtherNet with an IP67 protection rate and a screw retention feature. An extra implemented software stack guarantees the EtherNet/IP communication functionality.

The EtherNet/IP settings are stored on the board and the board communicates with the Optris CT via serial interface. The EtherNet/IP settings remain on the board in case of interchanging the Optris CT electronic box.