QUALITY IN CONNECTION

Sealed Industrial Ethernet Circular IP

Well known and established in the field of data communi- cation for office applications: The RJ45 connector. In today’s Ethernet-networking structures, this reliable interface provides fast and secure communication between all devices arranged in networking structures. With Industrial Ethernet a shift takes place where data networ-king technology from protected office applications – required IP class 20 (protection against middle sized particles, no pro- tection against water) – is transferred into industrial production environments.The transfer to industrial networks requires an adaption of the connection technology for the involved devices forced by diffe- rent environmental demands.An increased protection of the connection technology against dirt and humidity as described in protection class IP 67 (no dust entry, protection against temporarily submersion) is mandatory, often simultaneously in combination with higher demands regarding electromagnetical influences, vibration or temperature.Another important aspect is the fast and secure handling of connection technology in harsh environments. Time consuming mounting and connecting activities result in a higher risk for the equipment during installation.For the real time Ethernet in acc. to EtherNet/IP CONEC deve-loped a circular RJ45-connector system with bayonet coupling mechanism conforming to IEC 61076-3-106 standards. This rugged version provides fast and reliable connections for class IP 67 rated applications.