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Industrial Networking

Reliable communication hardware for PLC systems, HMI panels, Profinet, Ethernet/IP, Modbus, gateways, industrial switches and technical data networks.

Industrial Switches

Rugged Ethernet switches for automation cabinets, control panels, machine networks and industrial communication backbones.

  • Unmanaged industrial switches
  • Managed industrial switches
  • DIN-rail mounting
  • 24 V DC supply concepts
  • Machine network distribution

Gateways

Communication gateways for connecting PLCs, HMIs, sensors, remote systems, fieldbus networks and higher-level monitoring platforms.

  • Protocol gateways
  • Profinet integration
  • Modbus TCP concepts
  • Remote access gateways
  • Industrial data bridges

Network Cables

Industrial network cabling and connection accessories for reliable, maintainable and cabinet-friendly automation communication.

  • Industrial Ethernet cables
  • RJ45 connectors
  • Patch cables
  • Shielded communication cables
  • Cabinet network accessories

Curated Product Examples

These example products represent industrial networking hardware suitable for Systems Studio PLC communication, HMI networks, cabinet Ethernet, industrial switches and automation data infrastructure.

Compact Industrial Switch

Siemens SCALANCE XB005

Compact unmanaged Industrial Ethernet switch for small machine networks, automation cabinets, star and line topologies and PLC/HMI communication.

  • 5 × 10/100 Mbit/s RJ45 ports
  • Unmanaged Industrial Ethernet switch
  • IP20 enclosure class
  • 24 V AC/DC power supply
  • Good fit for small automation networks
Industrial PoE Switch

Phoenix Contact FL SWITCH 1000-8POE-GT

Industrial unmanaged PoE switch for machine networks, PoE-powered devices, automation panels, cameras, gateways and industrial Ethernet infrastructure.

  • 8 RJ45 ports
  • 10/100/1000 Mbps unmanaged switch
  • 120 W total PoE power budget
  • PROFINET Conformance Class A
  • Good fit for industrial PoE devices
Rugged Ethernet Switch

Moxa EDS-208A

Rugged unmanaged industrial Ethernet switch for reliable machine communication, control cabinets, industrial data links and harsh technical environments.

  • 8 × 10/100BaseT(X) ports
  • Unmanaged Ethernet switch
  • -10 to 60 °C operating temperature
  • Designed for industrial Ethernet use
  • Good fit for robust automation networks

Product Scope

Industrial Networking supports automation projects by connecting PLCs, HMIs, sensors, drives, gateways, remote access devices and monitoring systems in a stable technical network.

Typical Selection Criteria

Important criteria include number of ports, managed versus unmanaged operation, PoE budget, protocol support, operating temperature, power supply voltage, DIN-rail mounting, EMC environment, redundancy requirements and long-term serviceability.