Industrial Ethernet Switches

We offer a broad portfolio of managed and unmanaged switches for your application. From simple to complex realtime networks.

Networking of automation components in a simple and effective way

Switches are the basic coupling elements in Ethernet networks. They connect the Ethernet participants together and enable communication.

Unmanaged switches are the simplest active network component. They do not need to be configured and are therefore very flexible. They use the basic standard protocols like auto-negotiation, auto-crossing, and flow-control and can automatically adjust to the different transmission speeds or connector wiring.

Weidmüller's managed switches offer extensive control mechanisms for data distribution and bandwidth management to coordinate and cope with the different requirements of communication participants in an industrial network. Configuration is web-based using a simple and intuitive user interface.

Weidmüller’s Industrial Ethernet components meet your requirements

Reliability

Reliable (redundant) power supply for uninterrupted network operation

Easy integration

Conformity with various certification standards such as PROFINET Class B and Ethernet/IP

Resistant

Resistance to extreme temperatures and immune to electromagnetically caused malfunctions

Shock resistant

Insensitive to vibration, shock, and corrosive environments

Longevity

Through best materials and intensive testing in our own laboratory we can deliver you long-lasting components

Our Industrial ethernet switches product range

Unmanaged Switches

The simplest active network components. They require no configuration, are adaptable and therefore the ideal plug-and-play devices for fast networking.

Plug-and-play switches in a rugged IP30 aluminium housing
Compact design switches for an economical entry solution
Fast Ethernet and Gigabit versions with 5 to 16 ports
Models with copper or fibre-optic interface for multi-mode and single-mode
Redundant power input
Broad variety of approvals such as CE, FCC, cULus, Class 1 Div. 2 or ATEX Zone 2, DNV-GL etc.

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Managed Switches

Extensive control mechanisms for data distribution and bandwidth management. The configuration is web-based via a simple and intuitive user interface. Ideal for managing complex networks or creating redundancy.

High-quality metal housing in IP30
Value Line switches for configurable entry networks and Premium Line switches for demanding networks
Premium Line switches for demanding network requirements
Fast redundancy mechanisms such as ring, chain, trunking, etc.
Configurable with an intuitive web interface
Fieldbus protocol supports PROFINET conformity class B and Ethernet IP
Broad variety of approvals such as CE, FCC, cULus, Class 1 Div. 2 or ATEX Zone 2, DNV-GL etc.

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Industrial Ethernet cable configurator

The industrial-Ethernet cable configurator allows you to custom-create assembled copper and fibre-optic IE cables according to your requirements and specifications. The cable configurator can also automatically create technical data sheets for all of your customised cable variants.

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Power over Ethernet (PoE) Switch

Reduce wiring effort and operate Ethernet devices in hard-to-reach locations—without a separate supply cable. Ideal for uninterruptible power supply.

Up to 30 W with PoE+
Integrated DC/DC converter for supplying 48 V PoE devices over the entire input voltage range from 12 to 57 VDC
Intelligent power consumption detection and classification
Variants with copper and fibre-optic interface for multi-mode and single-mode applications

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The perfect complements

Remote access and matching connectors for your application

u-link Remote Access Service

Quick remote access for simplified maintenance and increased availability of machines and systems

Industrial Ethernet connectors

Field-attachable and pre-assembled connectors for copper and fiber optic cables ensure reliable data transmission in your Ethernet networks

Benefit from Weidmüller services and market experience

Simple planning through software support

Use the Weidmüller Configurator to quickly and easily configure and request our components. The tool supports continuous engineering workflows, from planning with E-CAD systems through to documentation.

Orange Selection

Products of the Orange Selection are available at any time. If your order is received by 3 p.m., your items will already be on their way the following day.

Time-saving data provision

CAD 3D models in various formats and CAE data are available for download in our product catalogue.

Electronic product data for distribution partners

Electronic catalogue in BMECat and other formats. Fast access to article data thanks to proven standards.

Market and industry experience

We speak the language of our customers. With expertise and passion for various industries.

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Applications

Our industrial ethernet components in practice

The key factor – functional reliability

For its system solutions in the rail and local traffic industries, HANNING & KAHL relies on technology that the company believes will stand the test of time – such as electronic solutions from Weidmüller

Photovoltaics make water treatment "greener"

Covering an area the size of five football fields, the 3 MW system on the roof of the Aquiris water treatment plant is the largest of its kind in Belgium. Combiner boxes from Weidmüller help ensure that the 10,000 installed photovoltaic modules generate top-notch output exceeding 3.2 MW.

Supply and communication in the ship’s control system

GL certified power supply units and Ethernet switches from Weidmüller are used for S-two’s reliable supply and transmission systems in the harsh maritime environment.