HMS Networks N-Tron NT100 industrial Ethernet switches

HMS Networks has launched the N-Tron NT110-FX2, NT111-FX3 and NT112- FX4 unmanaged industrial Ethernet switches, designed for applications needing dependable performance for mission-critical applications under harsh conditions. The rugged, plug-and-play switches offer good performance for data acquisition, Ethernet I/O and process control.

Compact in size with eight high-performance copper ports (10/100BaseTX RJ45) and two (NT110), three (NT111) or four (NT112) 100BaseFX fibre ports, the switches are housed in rugged industrial metal enclosures and offer high shock and vibration tolerance. The RJ45 ports have built in ESD and surge protection. Fibre ports are available with SC or ST connectors in multimode or single-mode configurations. Users benefit from a 1.2m hour MTBF rating, in slim, space-saving designs that operate in temperatures from -40 to 85°C.

For robust network support, the unmanaged switches support full wire speed communication. Each model employs store-and-forward technology with support for full- and half-duplex operation. Two 10–49 VDC power inputs are provided for redundancy. The switches carry UL Ordinary and Hazardous locations as well as ATEX and IECEx certification in addition to IEEE 802.3 compliance and marine, railway and rolling stock certifications.

The switches are designed to make critical performance data easier to gather. Their rugged and hardened designs provide the durability needed to withstand the extreme conditions found on factory floor control networks and in oil and gas, utilities, water/wastewater treatment, alternative energy, rail, intelligent traffic control and transportation applications.