• Amphenol Interconnect India Private Limited

Ethernet Switch, Atex Zone 2 For The Process Industries

Developed by Amphenol-Socapex – experts in interconnect solutions for the harshest environments –the new 5-port Ethernet switch innovates as the only sealed ATEX solution, while remaining affordable. It has the further advantage of being available with connectors that are also sealed and ATEX. Using this particularly rugged switch, with full ´plug and play´ functionality, it is easy to set up redundant rings with 30 ms recovery times and 100 Mbps data rates. This IP68 Ethernet switch is ideal for operation in zone 2 and Class I Division 2, with II 3 G Ex nA II T4X protection over a - 40°C to + 75°C temperature range. It has a safety disconnect function to avoid disconnection under load. It is available in non-administrable or RING versions. The RING models can form a redundant ring topology with a particularly short recovery time of 30 ms (+ 5 ms per hop). They are available with functions such as priority management (QoS) and port mirroring. MTBF of 1,000,000 hours makes this one of the most reliable switches on the market. It is the only Ethernet switch usable outside in an explosive environment. The RJ45 connections are from the RJFIELD range, featuring the patented and recognized RJStop® connection system converting easily and quickly any standard RJ45 cable into an IP68 connection protected from shocks, dust and fluids. These connectors are already available in ATEX versions. Main applications: oil and gas, mining, chemical and bulk handling industries.