Description

PROFIBUS repeater hub ‘ProfiSwitch X5’

Many network designs have a fixed transfer rate, which causes issues down the line when different PROFIBUS segments have their own transmission speeds. This is the case when there are specific design requirements or when repairing network failures, for example.

The advanced technology of ProfiSwitch X5 sets the main channel to other transfer rates and functions as a transparent proxy without disrupting the head system (comparable to DP/PA links). The X5 further saves cost through reduction of traditional PROFIBUS repeaters, by offering 5 channels of communication on one unit. The ProfiSwitch X5 can be used for new applications and existing installations of which the baudrate needs to be adjusted.

With the ProfiSwitch X5, PROFIBUS is ready for a new generation of network architecture. ProfiSwitch X5 is the ideal tool due its unlimited applications, allowing you to create networks without being limited by the usual restrictions.

Features ProfiSwitch X5

Transparent proxy to different baudrates

In hub mode compatible to ProfiHub

5 Galvanically isolated repeater channels (6 segments)

Configurable grounding system

Redundant power supply

Bus redundancy

Star, tree and bus structured networks

Alarm contact

Monitoring port per channel

IP20

Certificate: FCC, CE, UL Listed

Your Benefits

Hot slave insertion/removal during operation

Short circuit protection on each channel

Compact and robust construction

Screw terminals and DB9 connectors can be mixed

Conveniently arranged networks

Extendable installations

Topology flexibility

Cost saving

Cleaner network designs

Decreased installation costs

Maintenance value with spur line isolation

Multiple unique solutions such as: power/communication redundancy, LED error display, multiple baud rates, auto baud rate detection, robust message mode

Dimensions (LxWxH mm) -207 x 113 x 35
Weight (g) – 600

UK Support for all of your Industrial Network Support and Training needs.

As an Authorised Solutions Partner of Procentec, Control Specialists Ltd are able to provide sales and technical support on all of their industrial network monitoring and diagnostic tools. See the Industrial Network Support and Training Course pages of this site for details of how we may also be able to help you and your team with the support of your PROFIBUS, PROFINET , CANBUS and AS-i networks.

Call +44(0)1925 824003 or email cslsales@controlspecialists.co.uk