Industrial Ethernet solutions to power smart factories

Ethernet is being deployed across more and more areas of industry and is the connecting element for both IT and OT (Operational Technology). To enable customers to implement robust networks for industrial use, HARTING is constantly developing and refining its range of reliable Industrial Ethernet connectivity.

The miniaturised ix Industrial® connector offers users a compact and industry-compatible interface for demanding applications in the PROFINET environment. It delivers Cat. 6A performance for 1/10Gbit/s Ethernet at the control level, whilst its high current-carrying capacity supports both existing and future Power over Ethernet (PoE) applications.

HARTING have slashed the PCB jack size by a substantial 70%, enabling manufacturers to use it in much smaller devices. In addition, it combines both data transmission and power supply into a single interface, further reducing the area required for connectors within devices.

As well as significant space savings, the ix Industrial® has been specifically designed and built to withstand the rigours of industrial environments. This resolves the issues associated with the RJ45, whose plastic locking tabs are easily broken in busy manufacturing environments, which can lead to contact problems as the connection works loose.

For awkward areas with restricted space conditions, easy installation is crucial. The M12 PushPull is the solution, offering handling, time saving and reliability benefits. M12 PushPull uses a tool-free connection technique that ensures absolute dependency and means the assembly density can be significantly increased, helping to save valuable space.

To make SPE technology accessible to further application areas, HARTING has developed a PCB terminal. Terminals simplify the connection of SPE, helping to bring Ethernet to the field level and simplify handling. This is particularly interesting within the context of SPE and IIoT, with low data rates from 10 Mbit/s and transmission lengths of up to 1km in industry, building and process automation.

There are also new variants of the T1 Industrial interface for Single Pair Ethernet. There are M12 and M8 housings, standardised according to IEC 631716, and new hybrid concepts for SPE plus Power, standardised to IEC 63171-7. These have been developed to meet power requirements beyond the possible 50W of Power over Data Line.

To learn more about the HARTING Industrial Ethernet portfolio, please visit www.harting.com/UK/en-gb/industrial-ethernet or email salesuk@harting.com.