EtherCAT P is an extension of the EtherCAT-technology facilitating the use of the compact M8-interface not only for data transmission but also for power supply leading to a cost-effective and compact wiring as well as low system budget. The recently developed P-coding averts accidental connection of standard-EtherCAT-slaves. All EtherCAT-P-components from ESCHA dispose of a 360° shielding. They are adapted for a power transmission up to 4A at concurrent Fast-Ethernet-transmission up to 100Mbit/s.