CIP Safety stands for “Common Industrial Protocol Safety” and is a protocol that was specially developed for safe data transmission in industry. It is part of the CIP (Common Industrial Protocol) framework developed by the Open DeviceNet Vendor Association (ODVA).
CIP Safety enables the transmission of safety-relevant data in real time to ensure the safety of machines and plants. It can be used in various network topologies, such as DeviceNet, EtherNet/IP or ControlNet.
The protocol uses OSI layers 5 to 7 and is based on a master-slave system. The master communicates with all slaves on the network and regularly requests status information from them. In the event of a hazardous situation, the master sends an “emergency stop” request to all slaves, which then immediately initiate the appropriate measures.
CIP Safety offers high reliability and robustness because it is based on redundant networks and communication paths. It is also very flexible and can be adapted to different requirements. However, implementing CIP Safety requires thorough planning and configuration to ensure that it works correctly.
The use of CIP Safety offers many benefits for the safety of machinery and equipment in industry. However, it is important to ensure that all devices on the network are properly configured and compatible to ensure smooth and safe communication.
Overall, CIP Safety is an important protocol for safety in industrial automation and is supported by many leading automation manufacturers.
