Industrial Ethernet and Fiber Connectivity for Harsh Sites
The IES100-8E2F is an unmanaged 8 Port Industrial Ethernet Switch with 2 SC Optical Fiber Ports, built for field networks that need dependable copper-to-fiber transmission without a configuration workload. It provides eight 10/100Base-TX RJ45 ports for local devices and two 100Base-X SC fiber ports for longer-distance uplinks between cabinets, buildings, or remote equipment rooms. For maintenance teams, the setup is straightforward: connect the cables, apply power, and the switch starts forwarding traffic.
This Fast Ethernet switch fits applications where Gigabit performance is not required but stable communication matters every day. It is a practical choice for PLC networks, industrial control panels, traffic cabinets, building automation systems, security monitoring, and small data collection networks. The two SC optical fiber ports help remove the distance limits of copper cabling and provide a useful link across electrically noisy or physically separated areas.
Less Configuration, Fewer Points to Maintain
As an unmanaged industrial Ethernet switch, the unit does not require an IP address, software setup, VLAN planning, or a management license. Each copper port supports 10/100 Mbps auto-negotiation, half/full-duplex auto-negotiation, and auto MDI/MDI-X. This allows the switch to connect with existing sensors, controllers, cameras, access devices, and standard Ethernet equipment without manually checking cable type or link mode.
Store-and-forward switching checks incoming frames before forwarding them, while wire-speed forwarding keeps normal control and monitoring traffic moving smoothly. With 2.0 Gbps switching bandwidth, a 1.488 Mpps forwarding rate, a 1K MAC address table, and a 512K packet buffer, it gives small and medium industrial segments enough capacity for routine Ethernet communication. Support for jumbo frames up to 10K can also help when compatible equipment sends larger packets.
Built for Cabinets, Plant Floors, and Outdoor-Adjacent Installations
Industrial networks often face heat, cold, dust, electrical interference, and unstable power conditions. The metal housing, fanless natural cooling, IP40 protection, and DIN-Rail mounting make this 8 port industrial Ethernet switch easy to place inside control cabinets and communication boxes. The operating temperature range is -40°C to +85°C, so the switch can stay in service in unconditioned spaces where ordinary office switches may require additional protection.
Dual redundant DC inputs accept 12V to 58V and use a 6-pin Phoenix terminal. If one power source fails, the second input can maintain operation, helping reduce unexpected network downtime. Overload protection and reverse-polarity protection add a useful safety margin during field installation and maintenance. The unit consumes less than 5W, limiting cabinet heat and keeping long-term operating costs under control.
Fiber Extension for Practical Network Deployment
The two SC fiber ports support multimode distances of up to 550 m or 2 km, depending on the selected fiber specification. Single-mode options support 2 km, 20 km, 40 km, 60 km, 80 km, or 100 km transmission, making the switch suitable for links between production areas, traffic intersections, buildings, and remote monitoring points. Fiber also avoids electromagnetic coupling over long runs, which is useful around motors, variable-frequency drives, and high-voltage equipment.
Imported surge protection components, optional IEC 61000-4-5 surge testing, IEC 61000-4-2 electrostatic protection, IEC 61000-4-4 pulse immunity, and IEC Class A EMC protection help the switch handle common industrial interference. Status LEDs show copper link/activity, fiber link status, and the condition of both power inputs, allowing technicians to check the network quickly without connecting a laptop.
For IT administrators, system integrators, and industrial maintenance teams, the value is simple: eight copper access ports, two SC optical fiber ports, long-distance connectivity, redundant DC power, and no software configuration in one compact DIN-Rail device. A three-year warranty supports planned deployments in industrial automation, transportation, building control, and IIoT monitoring projects.
