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CAN infrastructure components – Repeaters, bridges, gateways

Flexible CAN connectivity for every application

Build better CAN networks

Whether you need to overcome distance limitations, partition large networks, or bridge different communication protocols – we offer the right CAN infrastructure components.

CAN repeaters improve signal quality and system reliability.
CAN bridges interconnect independent segments, enabling selective message forwarding and filtering.
CAN gateways enable seamless integration into higher-level systems and bridging of large distances via Ethernet.

All solutions offer a high galvanic segment isolation for device protection.

Why choose CAN infrastructure components from HMS

Increase reliability

Galvanic isolation and signal conditioning help reduce interference and permanently improve the reliability of your communication.

Optimize topologies

Adapt your CAN networks optimally to the spatial, technical, and functional requirements of your application.

Extend network range

Extend CAN structures over greater distances and implement distributed applications reliably and efficiently, also via Ethernet.

Connect different buses

Easily connect CAN and CAN FD-based systems using simple-to-configure filters and mapping functions.

The right CAN infrastructure components for your application

CAN repeaters

Repeaters improve signal quality and system reliability. They enable longer stub lines and galvanically protect devices.

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CAN bridges

Bridges interconnect independent segments (also CAN with CAN FD), enable selective message forwarding and filtering, and allow system dimensions to be enlarged.

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CAN gateways

Gateways enable seamless integration into higher-layer systems and bridging of large distances via Ethernet. They also provide remote access via Ethernet and cloud data upload using MQTT.

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Ixxat CAN@net Basic

CAN/CAN FD Ethernet gateway, bridge and PC interface

Item number: 1.01.0335.10000

The Ixxat CAN@net Basic with one CAN/CAN FD channel can act as a gateway between CAN FD and Ethernet systems, providing easy and flexible access to the CAN system. As a CAN-Ethernet-CAN bridge it allows the exchange of messages between CAN systems over long distances, with several message processing, filtering and mapping functionalities. For more efficient network management.

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Ixxat CAN/FD Repeater

CAN/CAN FD repeater with push-in connectors and termination resistor

Item number: 1.01.0211.20000

The Ixxat CAN/FD Repeater with two CAN/CAN FD interfaces improves the CAN bus load capacity, establishes a physical coupling of bus systems, and offers galvanic isolation. It provides the flexibility to optimize network structures and liberates them from CAN bus structure constraints for optimized operation.

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Ixxat CANbridge NT 200

Intelligent CAN-to-CAN bridge

Item number: 1.01.0331.20000

The Ixxat CANbridge NT 200 is a configurable CAN to CAN bridge/router to connect different CAN systems. It offers two CAN channels and supports long-distance communication, with several message processing and multiplexing functionalities. Ideal for efficient network management and system expansion.

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Ixxat CAN@net NT 200

CAN Ethernet gateway, bridge and PC interface

Item number: 1.01.0332.20000

The Ixxat CAN@net NT 200 is a multifunctional gateway, bridging CAN networks via Ethernet for remote access and enhanced reliability. It features two CAN channels and supports long-distance communication, with several message processing and cloud connection functionalities. For more efficient network management.

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Ixxat CAN-CR110/FO

CAN/CAN FD repeater with fiber optics and termination resistor

Item number: 1.01.0210.11020

The Ixxat CAN-CR110/FO repeater with two CAN/CAN FD interfaces, one of which is a Fiber Optic interface, enables the conversion of CAN signals from copper wire to fiber optics. It enhances connectivity in high-electromagnetic interference zones and provides the flexibility to optimize network structures. With integrated termination resistors.

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Ixxat CAN-CR100

CAN/CAN FD repeater with screw terminals

Item number: 1.01.0210.20200

The Ixxat CAN-CR100 repeater with two CAN/CAN FD interfaces improves the CAN bus load capacity, establishes a physical coupling of bus systems and offers galvanic isolation. It provides the flexibility to optimize network structures and liberates them from CAN bus structure constraints for optimized operation.

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Ixxat CAN@net NT 420

CAN/CAN FD Ethernet gateway, bridge and PC interface

Item number: 1.01.0332.42000

The Ixxat CAN@net NT 420 is a multifunctional gateway, bridging CAN networks via Ethernet for remote access and enhanced reliability. It features four CAN channels, thereof two CAN FD capable, and supports long-distance communication, with several message processing and cloud connection functionalities. For more efficient network management.

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Ixxat CANbridge NT 420

Intelligent CAN-to-CAN bridge with CAN FD support

Item number: 1.01.0331.42000

The Ixxat CANbridge NT 420 is a configurable CAN to CAN bridge/router to connect different CAN/CAN FD systems. It offers four CAN channels, thereof two CAN FD capable, and supports long-distance communication, with several message processing and multiplexing functionalities. Ideal for efficient network management and system expansion.

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Ixxat CAN@net NT 100

CAN Ethernet gateway, bridge and PC interface

Item number: 1.01.0332.10000

The Ixxat CAN@net NT 100 is a multifunctional gateway, bridging CAN networks via Ethernet for remote access and enhanced reliability. It features one CAN channel and supports long-distance communication, with several message processing and cloud connection functionalities. For more efficient network management.

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Ixxat CAN-CR300

CAN/CAN FD repeater with four channels and termination resistor

Item number: 1.01.0210.40000

The Ixxat CAN-CR300 repeater with four CAN/CAN FD interfaces improves the CAN bus load capacity, establishes a physical coupling of bus systems and offers galvanic isolation. It provides the flexibility to optimize network structures and liberates them from CAN bus structure constraints for optimized operation. With integrated termination resistors.

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Ixxat CAN-CR300

CAN/CAN FD repeater with four channels

Item number: 1.01.0210.40200

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Ixxat CAN-CR120/HV

CAN/CAN FD repeater with 3 kV galvanic isolation

Item number: 1.01.0210.20210

The Ixxat CAN-CR120/HV repeater with two CAN/CAN FD interfaces provides a galvanic isolation up to 3 kV for enhanced protection of network segments. It improves the CAN bus load capacity, establishes a physical coupling of bus systems and provides the flexibility to optimize network structures.

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Ixxat CAN-CR210/FO

CAN repeater with fiber optics (ST) and backbone bus

Item number: 1.01.0068.46010

The Ixxat CAN-CR210/FO repeater with two CAN interfaces, one of which is a Fiber Optic interface (ST plug), enables the conversion of CAN signals from copper wire to fiber optics. It enhances connectivity in high-electromagnetic interference zones and provides the flexibility to optimize network structures. With integrated CAN backbone interface.

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Ixxat CAN-CR210/FO

CAN repeater with fiber optics (F-SMA) and backbone bus

Item number: 1.01.0068.45010

The Ixxat CAN-CR210/FO repeater with two CAN interfaces, one of which is a Fiber Optic interface (FSMA plug), enables the conversion of CAN signals from copper wire to fiber optics. It enhances connectivity in high-electromagnetic interference zones and provides the flexibility to optimize network structures. With integrated CAN backbone interface.

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Ixxat CAN-CR220

CAN repeater with 4 kV DC/3.5 kV AC galvanic isolation

Item number: 1.01.0067.44400

The Ixxat CAN-CR220 repeater with two CAN interfaces provides a galvanic isolation up to 4 kV DC/3.5 kV AC for 1 second, enhancing the protection of network segments. It improves the CAN bus load capacity, establishes a physical coupling of bus systems and provides the flexibility to optimize network structures. The CAN-CR220 meets DIN/EN 50178 standards.

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Ixxat CAN-CR100

CAN/CAN FD repeater with screw terminals and termination resistor

Item number: 1.01.0210.20000

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Ixxat CAN-CR200

CAN repeater with backbone bus

Item number: 1.01.0067.44010

The Ixxat CAN-CR200 repeater with two CAN interfaces and one CAN backbone interface improves the CAN bus load capacity, establishes a physical coupling of bus systems and offers galvanic isolation. Multiple repeaters can be lined up and connected easily via the integrated DINrail bus to create various topologies and optimize network structures.

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Ixxat CAN-CR120/HV

CAN/CAN FD repeater with 3 kV galvanic isolation and termination resistor

Item number: 1.01.0210.20010

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Case studies

Reliable galvanic isolation with CAN repeaters

Gateways & protocol converters (Industrial) Ixxat

High galvanic isolation for safe kinetic coupling of railcars

The Ixxat CAN/FD Repeater Standard stabilizes CAN signals in train coupling systems, providing galvanic isolation and protection against voltage peaks, ensuring reliable communication and reducing downtime and maintenance costs.

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Gateways & protocol converters (Industrial) Ixxat

Secure CAN data communication for lifting equipment on rail vehicles

Palfinger AG uses CAN communication solutions from HMS Networks to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable lifting equipment for rail vehicles. The CANbridge NT 200 filters and stabilizes communication, preventing overload and errors.

CAN range extension in battery test systems using a CAN repeater and CAN bridge

Gateways & protocol converters (Industrial) Ixxat

CAN repeater and bridge for range extension in battery test systems

A leading technology company solved EM interference in battery test systems using fiber-optic CAN repeaters and a CAN bridge, ensuring reliable and precise data communication over long distances.

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Talk to an expert about CAN infrastructure components

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The new standard in the CAN FD repeater market.

Learn more about the different areas of application and product benefits for your needs.

Improvement of CAN system reliability

This whitepaper provides strategies to reduce electromagnetic interference, optimizing wiring, and effectively using CAN infrastructure products like repeaters and bridges for enhanced signal quality and network segmentation.

The CAN topology

From the bus topology to the tree topology and beyond – Learn more about the CAN infrastructure in our blog post.

Galvanic isolation of CAN components

This whitepaper focuses on making Controller Area Network (CAN) systems work better by using galvanic isolation and it explains how galvanic isolation reduces interference from other devices.

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Build better CAN networks

Why choose CAN infrastructure components from HMS

Increase reliability

Optimize topologies

Extend network range

Connect different buses

The right CAN infrastructure components for your application

CAN repeaters

CAN bridges

CAN gateways

Products

Ixxat CAN@net Basic

Item number: 1.01.0335.10000

Ixxat CAN/FD Repeater

Item number: 1.01.0211.20000

Ixxat CANbridge NT 200

Item number: 1.01.0331.20000

Ixxat CAN@net NT 200

Item number: 1.01.0332.20000

Ixxat CAN-CR110/FO

Item number: 1.01.0210.11020

Ixxat CAN-CR100

Item number: 1.01.0210.20200

Ixxat CAN@net NT 420

Item number: 1.01.0332.42000

Ixxat CANbridge NT 420

Item number: 1.01.0331.42000

Ixxat CAN@net NT 100

Item number: 1.01.0332.10000

Ixxat CAN-CR300

Item number: 1.01.0210.40000

Ixxat CAN-CR300

Item number: 1.01.0210.40200

Ixxat CAN-CR120/HV

Item number: 1.01.0210.20210

Ixxat CAN-CR210/FO

Item number: 1.01.0068.46010

Ixxat CAN-CR210/FO

Item number: 1.01.0068.45010

Ixxat CAN-CR220

Item number: 1.01.0067.44400

Ixxat CAN-CR100

Item number: 1.01.0210.20000

Ixxat CAN-CR200

Item number: 1.01.0067.44010

Ixxat CAN-CR120/HV

Item number: 1.01.0210.20010

Case studies

High galvanic isolation for safe kinetic coupling of railcars

Secure CAN data communication for lifting equipment on rail vehicles

CAN repeater and bridge for range extension in battery test systems

Talk to an expert about CAN infrastructure components

The new standard in the CAN FD repeater market.

Improvement of CAN system reliability

The CAN topology

Galvanic isolation of CAN components