SPE and the Future of Industrial Networking

As application areas transition to Ethernet protocols and field devices continue to require increased transmission capacities, single pair Ethernet (SPE) is becoming an attractive option. It delivers Fast and Gigabit Ethernet combined with power over a simple two-wire interface. In addition, SPE can be used with standard industrial grade housings designed for the harshest environments. Standards now exist for Ethernet transmission, SPE transmission channels, and application-specific Ethernet trans-mission and cabling. Before transitioning existing systems to SPE, system integrators and component manufacturers must learn about the connectors, network cables, and switches available for use.

Guadalupe Chalas discusses the benefits of single pair Ethernet and Phoenix Contact's portfolio of SPE products.