Posted to News on 27th Jan 2022, 08:57
New innovations on show at HARTING's Industrial Ethernet Week
You can register now for this special event, which runs across three days
Industrial Ethernet is powering transformation, helping to turn the vision of IIoT and seamless sensor-to-cloud communication into reality. To learn more and discover solutions for driving industrial change, join HARTING for their Industrial Ethernet Week from the 8-10 February 2022.
“Across three inspiring days, you’ll hear keynote speeches, expert talks and enjoy technical sessions with solution experts, thought leaders, IIoT pioneers and representatives from a range of global brands,” states the company.
HARTING solutions for the delivery of fast Ethernet include the ix Industrial, described as a robust, space-saving connector to replace the traditional RJ45. It has a 70% smaller PCB jack and a high current-carrying capacity that supports Power over Ethernet (PoE) applications. It complies with IEC 61076-3-124 and conforms to the shock and vibration resistance levels set out in EN 50155.
Technological cornerstone
Experts have also suggested that Single Pair Ethernet (SPE) will be one of the technological cornerstones that helps to deliver high data streams amid increasing demand. “Up until now, industrial Ethernet has come with restrictions, as it has only been able to reach the control level before it needs to switch to BUS systems via gateways. SPE allows equipment to connect via end-to-end IP-based communications right up into the field level,” adds HARTING.
The T1 Industrial SPE connector from HARTING supplies both data and power via Power over Data Line (PoDL) across a single pair of wires in an IEC 63171-6 industrial interface. The compact size of the T1 means Ethernet interfaces can be designed onto simple sensors, cameras, reading/ID devices or similar miniaturised equipment.
Immense potential
“There is immense potential in this new technology. As sensors, actuators and network nodes can be networked and supplied with power via the T1, there are numerous applications in automation technology, robotics, machinery and plant manufacturing, as well as in building automation and transportation markets. Other potential uses being explored include traffic control, intelligent lighting, smart farming and mobile machinery.”
To see the agenda and register for Industrial Ethernet Week, click here.
