AUTOMATIONDIRECT E-SW05U

The AutomationDirect E-SW05U is an industrial unmanaged Ethernet switch, designed to expand network connectivity in demanding environments. While it has been discontinued by the manufacturer, it can still be found as surplus or used.

Product Details

The E-SW05U is a compact and robust Ethernet switch. Its unmanaged nature means it's plug-and-play, requiring no configuration, which simplifies installation and setup. It's built for industrial applications, capable of withstanding harsher conditions than typical commercial switches.

Product Parameters (Specifications)

• Model Number: E-SW05U

• Type: Industrial Unmanaged Ethernet Switch

• Ports: 5 x RJ45 ports

• Speed: 10/100Base-T (10/100 Mbps Ethernet)

• Input Voltage: 10-30 VDC

• Power Consumption: 1.9W

• Mounting: DIN Rail mount (screw holes also provided as an alternative)

• Dimensions (approximate): 3.0 in x 2.0 in x 5.0 in (7.6 cm x 5.1 cm x 12.7 cm)

• Weight (approximate): 0.1 kg (5.0 oz)

• Compliance: Meets UL 1604 (Class I Div. 2) and IEC68-2 standard for vibration resilience.

Product Advantages

• Industrial Durability: Designed to withstand extreme temperatures, dirty environments, and unreliable power, making it suitable for tough industrial applications where commercial-grade switches would fail.

• Reliability: Engineered for long-term, reliable performance in demanding industrial settings, meeting stringent standards for vibration resilience.

• Open Compatibility: Supports all standard IEEE 802.3 Ethernet protocols, eliminating the need for expensive protocol or media converters when connecting with standard IT products.

• Ease of Use (Unmanaged): As an unmanaged switch, it's very simple to install and operate with no complex configuration required, enabling quick deployment.

• Cost-Effective (for basic needs): For straightforward network expansion without advanced management features, unmanaged switches like the E-SW05U offer a cost-effective solution.

Precautions

• Discontinued Product: Since the E-SW05U is discontinued, sourcing new units may be difficult, and future support or repairs from the manufacturer may not be available. Relying on surplus or used units might involve a shorter or no manufacturer warranty.

• Power Disconnection: In hazardous locations, always disconnect power before replacing or wiring units to prevent explosion hazards.

• Wiring Standards: All power, input, and output (I/O) wiring must comply with Class I, Division 2 wiring methods and local regulations.

• Safety Interlocking: This switch should not be used to replace proper safety interlocking mechanisms. No software-based or solid-state device should be solely responsible for consequential equipment or personnel safety.

• Interference: This equipment can generate, use, and radiate radio frequency energy. If it causes harmful interference to radio or television reception, users should try to correct it by reorienting the receiving antenna, increasing separation between equipment, or consulting a dealer/technician.