Ethernet APL switch The state-of-the-art Ethernet APL transmission technology enables the direct two-wire Ethernet connection of sensors and field devices in the Ex zones of process technology applications. The Ethernet APL switch allows you to integrate APL sensors and field devices into an existing Ethernet network. This allows you to provide direct access to data from the field level.
Your advantages
- Direct access to sensor data from the field level
- Use in potentially explosive areas and the bridging of large distances
- Reduced wiring effort, complexity is reduced
- Cost reductions through the use of existing fieldbus cabling
- In addition to the Ethernet APL functionalities, the managed switch has the proven FL SWITCH 2300 features
Ethernet APL technology
Ethernet APL technology Direct integration of APL field devices in the process industry
The Ethernet APL technology enables consistent IP-based communication via just one wire pair in the Ex zones of process technology applications. This enables the direct connection of APL sensors and devices from the field level, without additional gateways or complex subsystems.
The abbreviation APL stands for Advanced Physical Layer and describes a further development of physical data transmission in Ethernet networks. In addition to data transmission via just one wire pair, the technology also enables power supply transmission over the same wire pair as an option. Advanced Physical Layer uses the 10BASE-T1-L standard in accordance with IEEE 802.3cg along with the IEC TS 60079-47, 2021-03 (2-WISE) standard (2-WISE = 2-Wire Intrinsically Safe Ethernet), and supports explosion protection methods including intrinsic safety. Thus Ethernet APL enables use in potentially explosive areas and the bridging of great distances up to 1,000 m at 10 Mbps.
Product features
Data transmission via just one wire pair with the APL field switch
Ethernet down to the field level
The APL field switch makes the state-of-the-art Ethernet APL communication technology easy to use. The managed switch enables efficient and secure data transmission and offers high bandwidths and low latency times.
APL sensors and devices from the field level can be directly integrated into the existing Ethernet network of the system. Data from the field level is available immediately. Since complex gateway solutions or subsystems are no longer required, the complexity is significantly reduced. The Ethernet APL switch is the basis and for and empowering the IIoT in process automation.
Ethernet APL enables large distances to be bridged
Range and speed
The managed APL switches can be used in both compact and wide-ranging systems. The trunk and spur topology is used for long ranges. The 10BASE-T1L standard enables a range of up to 1,000 m (spurs up to 200 m) at 10 Mbps. The bridging of large distances can therefore also be implemented in potentially explosive areas.
Naturally, the network topology can be flexibly designed so that even compact layouts can be realized with the managed switch. It is possible to do without a trunk by using the APL switches to connect the APL spur ports directly to the standard Ethernet.
Proven and future-proof in one device
Proven platform with future-proof technology
By integrating Ethernet APL switches into your industrial network, you can combine proven functions with modern communication technology. In addition to Ethernet APL technology, the managed switch supports all the functions of the well-known FL SWITCH 2300 series. The managed switches have comprehensive redundancy and security features, for example, for implementing future-proof networks.
The Ethernet APL switch makes it possible to strengthen the existing network infrastructure and prepare for the high demands of an increasingly networked world.
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Ethernet APL in processing plants
Applications
The Ethernet APL switches can be used in compact systems such as in the pharmaceuticals and chemicals industries, as well as in large systems in the process industry. The integration of Ethernet APL switches is a decisive step for increasing efficiency and modernizing existing systems.
The managed switches have been specially developed for use in potentially explosive areas. This means that they meet the high requirements for zone 1 and 2 or division 2 accordingly. The robust design and the use of degrees of protection enable the devices to function reliably even under particularly demanding conditions.
Product overview
The managed APL field switch in detail
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| FL SWITCH APL 2224-4A-213-PA managed Ethernet APL Field | |
| APL ports | 24x 10BASE-T1L |
| Additional ports | 2x RJ45 and 2x SFP |
| Power Class | Power Class A and Class B |
| Supply voltage | 22 V DC … 30 V DC |
| Temperature range | -40°C … 70°C |
| Managed switch features | Real-time QoS, redundancy, and security features |
| Management interface | Web, SNMP, CLI, PROFINET device |
| Item No. | 1384244 |
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