Support Required for EtherNet/IP Communication Between LMC402C and Keyence KV-8000 PLCs

[Kar2025]

We are currently working on an integration project involving two machines, both supplied by different OEMs. One machine uses a Schneider Electric LMC402C PLC, and the other uses a Keyence KV-8000 PLC with a KV-XLE02 EtherNet/IP communication module.

We would like to establish communication between these two PLCs using EtherNet/IP. Our intention is to configure the LMC402C as the master (scanner) and the Keyence KV-8000 as the slave (adapter).

Could you please advise on the following:

1. Is it possible to connect the LMC402C to the Keyence KV-8000 via EtherNet/IP in this configuration?
2. What are the required configuration steps or settings on the LMC402C side to enable this communication?
3. Are there any specific documentation, EDS files, or tools required for this integration?

We would greatly appreciate your assistance in helping us move forward with this integration.

[FernandoRodrigues · Accepted solution]

Hello @Kar2025 
Mainly, the Keyence EDS file needs to be added to the Device Library on Machine Expert. After that, you can add under the Ethernet/IP scanner.
You can find a How to add EDS file example here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MqWXSPK1dME

I downloaded the eds file from: https://marketplace.odva.org/products/1896-kv-xle02
After adding it to the Device Library, it can be attached to the Ethernet/IP scanner on LMC:

Of course, this is only the initial step. Further device-related configuration must be done.

[Kar2025]

Hi FernandoRodrigues,

Thank you for your response. I’ll give it a try and will update here if I run into any issues.