aplSwitch Field
16 port Ethernet-APL Field Switch for Use in Zone 2
aplSwitch Field allows the transparent connection of intrinsically safe "2-WISE" Ethernet-APL field devices to higher-level Industrial Ethernet networks and supply the field devices with intrinsically safe power. The aplSwitch Field can be installed in Zone 2 and integrates smoothly into existing industrial automation systems.
Overview
Ethernet APL for seamless and reliable integration into DCS and AMS systems
- 16 Ethernet APL spur "2-WISE" ports
- PROFINET enabled switch with support for PROFINET MRP ring topology
- Supports all major DCS and AMS systems like Emerson, Siemens, ABB and others
- Ensures stable networks via ingress/egress support
Extensive diagnostics
- Integrated PROFINET diagnostic functions for easy commission, maintaining and trouble shooting
- Local display for instant commissioning diagnostics
- Enhanced FDI support for easy device integration and parametrization
Allows installation in hazardous areas
- All product variants can be installed in Ex zone 2
- Field Devices located in Ex zone 0 and 1 can be connected to the switch
- Ruggedized and robust housing for field installation IP30
PowerClass A and B support for APL Field devices
- Allows usage of more complex/power intensive field devices
- APL power class B supports up to 1,17 W per device on 4 ports
- Futureproof since no limitation to power class A with 0,54 W
Order Information
| Scope of Delivery | |
| Hardware | aplSwitch Field |
| Documentation | Tbd - On website |
| Order Numbers | |
| GSA-XX-020101 | aplSwitch Field |
| Additional Products and Services | |
| Terminal set Screw | Screw terminals, Contents: 16 x 3-pin, blue; 2 x 4-pin, black – ord# + weight tbd |
| Terminal set Spring | Spring clamp terminals, Contents: 16 x 3-pin, blue; 2 x 4-pin, black – ord# + weight tbd |
| Mounting plate | plus screws |
| commModule APL |
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