A Python library that implements the CANopen communication protocol, commonly used in automation and embedded systems.
CANopen for Python

- Python
- Automation, Automotive, Electrical and Electronics, Process Control, Robotics
- Automotive, Control Chart, Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS), Internet of Things (IoT), Robotics, Software, Software Development Kit (SDK), User Interface (UI)
Features:
- CANopen master and slave functionalities, Service Data Object (SDO) client/server, Process Data Object (PDO) producer/consumer, Network Management (NMT) master, Emergency messages (EMCY), Electronic Data Sheet (EDS/DCF/XDD) file support, LSS master
Pricing:
- Free
- Enables Python applications to communicate over CANopen networks, supports key CANopen services, actively maintained, works with various CAN interfaces (python-can).
- Requires understanding of CAN and CANopen protocols, hardware interface for CAN bus is needed separately, can be complex to debug network issues.
Best for:
- Engineers and developers working with CANopen devices in automation, robotics, automotive, or industrial control applications requiring Python integration.