Molex Industrial Ethernet Switches
Molex Industrial Ethernet Switches are specifically designed for complex applications and provide a high level of control, offering extensive customization and monitoring options. These switches are rated for IP20 and IP67, making them resilient against extreme temperatures, dust, and moisture. Industrial Ethernet Switches are ideal for industrial automation and monitoring in challenging conditions, finding applications in agricultural systems, semiconductors, and wastewater treatment plants.
Features
Managed Switches:
- Can be used to make simple upgrades to existing networks
- Excellent performance for high-speed and complex industrial networks
- High degree of flexibility for managing traffic priorities
- Ideal for harsh environments and extreme temperatures
- Identifies problems quickly with simplified diagnostics
Unmanaged Switches:
- Easy and fast installation
- Improves system infrastructure upgrades for industrial automation networks
- Prevents network congestion
- Reliable operation in harsh environments, including on-machine installation
- Wide-ranging network management flexibility
PoE Switches:
- Allows for use with voltage as low as 24VDC
- Easier networking for camera and monitoring systems
- High-power
- Reliable performance in harsh and challenging conditions
Applications
- Agricultural systems
- Automotive production lines
- Food and beverage lines
- Machine builders
- Material handling systems
- Mining and metals sites
- Packaging line control systems
- Pulp and paper manufacturing equipment
- Robot cell control systems
- Semiconductors
- Substation control devices
- Water and wastewater treatment plants
Technical Specifications
| Parameters | Values | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Managed Switches | Unmanaged Switches | PoE Switches | |
| Data speed (Mbps) | 10/100/1000 | ||
| Ports | 5 and 8 | ||
| Operating temperature range (°C) | -10 to +60 | -40 to +70 | -10 to +60 |
| Input voltage (VDC) | 20 to 57 | - | 24 to 57 |
| Maximum power consumption (W) | 10 to 12 | - | 13 to 18 |
| Resources | Datasheet | Datasheet | Datasheet |