CAN vs. RS485

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CAN (Controller Area Network) and RS485 are popular standards in fieldbus systems. As RS485 only addresses layer 1 (the physical layer) and CAN also adds layer 2 (the data link layer) in the OSI model, it is difficult to compare the two standards. Nevertheless, this paper will compare the two standards in an attempt to assist users in deciding whether or not to employ CAN in their systems…

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