Type büS

Introduction

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INTRODUCTION

2.1

Preface

The aim of this Design Guideline is to provide you with practical information on how to plan your automation

plant using Bürkert devices based on the Bürkert system bus (büS). The various aspects involved in the

planning, assembly and operation processes are all considered. The structure of the Design Guideline helps

you build knowledge and apply it through different steps based on examples.

2.2

What is the Bürkert system bus (büS/EDIP)?

The Bürkert system bus, also referred to as büS, is based on the widely spread CANopen standard and is

fully downwards compatible to this standard. The büS concept does not require a master. Field devices can

easily interchange process data and detailed diagnostic data. A gateway allows access to this information

from a higher-level system. The Bürkert digital device platform EDIP (Efficient Device Integration Platform)

opens the door to endless possibilities for a digital future.

2.3

For whom is this Design Guideline intended?

The Design Guideline is intended for engineers or plant builders who are familiar with the planning and en-

gineering of automation plants containing fieldbuses, especially CAN-based protocols like CANopen and

DeviceNet. The Design Guideline summarises the additional knowledge required to plan büS/EDIP net-

works. The most important steps for planning, creating and commissioning büS devices are outlined herein.

2.4

What is the purpose of the Design Guideline?

The Design Guideline aids the planning of a büS/EDIP system. In a comprehensive approach based on illus-

trative and practical examples, the Design Guideline walks you through the Do’s & Don’ts to ensure a fully

functional system.

This Design Guideline explains in detailed individual steps how to plan a büS network.

2.5

Bürkert quality standard

All devices with a büS/EDIP interface have to obtain an internal certification which consists of a software

and hardware measurement. Therefore, we can ensure that all Bürkert devices have attained the same

quality standard. Currently, there are two approved CAN transceivers that meet these requirements.