EtherCAT SSC Tool

The tool centralizes EtherCAT SSC configuration by collecting device identity (vendor_id, product_code, revision), serials, and a structured PDO map. It translates this metadata into an SSC-ready artifact set, including a compact object dictionary and process-data layout. It targets embedded firmware engineers and automation integrators who implement an EtherCAT slave and seek repeatable, portable configurations that align with SSC conventions.\n
\nCore interactions model the domain logic: each PDO entry supplies index/subindex, data_type, direction, and size; the tool validates compatibility with SSC-defined data types, computes total process data size, and ensures 4-byte alignment. It then generates mapping tables (pdo_map, sdo handling stubs) and a descriptor structure for sync managers. Optional features like multiple SMs and endianness control are supported to accommodate diverse hardware.\n
\nOutputs include generated C sources and headers, a machine-readable object dictionary, and a self-contained artifact bundle ready for SSC integration. Validation reports highlight invalid indices, type mismatches, or oversized process data. The artifacts are designed to be portable across common MCUs and toolchains, reducing rework and enabling straightforward integration with existing SSC runtimes.\n
\nUse cases span new product development, migration of existing slave implementations to SSC, and multi-device deployments in manufacturing. By separating domain logic from runtime specifics, the tool provides a clear boundary between configuration and code generation, enabling consistent reusability, easier audits, and faster time-to-market for EtherCAT-enabled devices.