Configurable switches

Six-port edge switches from GarrettCom provide more flexibility in factory floor and utility substation ethernet deployments as intelligence spreads further out into the industrial network environment.

The Magnum ES42 switches are suitable for locations where a small number of PLCs or other industrial devices need to be connected upstream over a fibre cable, or where multiple devices need to be aggregated and connected over copper cable. As device intelligence spreads in industrial applications out to the very edge of networks where the network meets the tool, these small footprint ethernet switches can provide seamless connectivity from the most remote device to the IT department, eliminating the need for multiple network protocols within industrial applications.

There are three basic models: two 100 Mb fibre and four 10/100 copper ports, one fibre and five copper ports, and six copper ports. Fibre port configurations include all multi- and single-mode connector types. Power supply options for all models include AC or DC with 12 V, 24 V, or 48 VDC terminal blocks, as well as an AC/DC model. Internal power sense monitoring is available for switches that will be installed in hostile environments.

The metal packaging uses passive cooling techniques (no fans) so that the switch can resist dust, dirt, moisture, smoke and other contaminants. Mounting options include standalone panel-mounting, DIN-rail, and rack-mount tray. Premium products use premium-grade extended temperature components and the same thermal techniques and mounting options as hardened products.