Industrial Ethernet Switches
Networking of automation components in a simple and effective way
Switches are the basic coupling elements in Ethernet networks. They connect the Ethernet participants together and enable communication. Unmanaged switches are the simplest active network component. They do not need to be configured and are therefore very flexible. They use the basic standard protocols like auto-negotiation, auto-crossing, and flow-control and can automatically adjust to the different transmission speeds or connector wiring.
Weidmüller’s managed switches offer extensive control mechanisms for data distribution and bandwidth management to coordinate and cope with the different requirements of communication participants in an industrial network. Configuration is web-based using a simple and intuitive user interface.
Resistant
to extreme temperatures and immune to electromagnetically caused malfunctions
Reliability
redundant power supplies offer uninterrupted network operation
Easy integration
conformity with various certification standards such as PROFINET Class B and Ethernet/IP
Longevity
through best materials and intensive testing in Weidmüller’s own laboratory switches deliver you long-lasting components
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Unmanaged Switches
- Eco Line Switch – cost-effective network integration
- Plug-and-play switches in a rugged IP30 aluminium housing
- Compact design switches for an economical entry solution
- Fast Ethernet and Gigabit versions with 5 to 16 ports
- Models with copper or fibre-optic interface for multi-mode and single-mode
- Redundant power input
- Broad variety of approvals such as CE, FCC, cULus, Class 1 Div. 2 or ATEX Zone 2, DNV-GL etc.
Managed Switches
- High-quality metal housing in IP30
- Advanced Line switches for demanding network requirements
- Fast redundancy mechanisms such as ring, chain, trunking, etc.
- Configurable with an intuitive web interface
- Fieldbus protocol supports PROFINET conformity class B and Ethernet IP
- Broad variety of approvals such as CE, FCC, cULus, Class 1 Div. 2 or ATEX Zone 2, DNV-GL etc.
Power over Ethernet (PoE) Switches
- Up to 30 W with PoE+
- Integrated DC/DC converter for supplying 48 V PoE devices over the entire input voltage range from 12 to 57 VDC
- Intelligent power consumption detection and classification
- Variants with copper and fibre-optic interface for multi-mode and single-mode applications