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Weidmuller Industrial Ethernet | Reliable Networking for Automation

Discover Weidmuller Industrial Ethernet solutions – robust networking technology for automation and industrial applications. Ensure secure data transfer, high performance, and reliable connectivity in energy, manufacturing, and process industries.
Weidmuller Industrial Ethernet | Reliable Networking for Automation

Industrial Network Solutions – Weidmüller Industrial Ethernet

Reliable industrial communication is the backbone of modern automation systems. Weidmüller Industrial Network solutions are designed to ensure stable, secure and high-performance data transmission in harsh industrial environments. From control cabinets to field-level communication, Weidmüller provides end-to-end Industrial Ethernet connectivity.

Overview of Weidmüller Industrial Network

The Weidmüller Industrial Network portfolio covers all key components required for robust industrial communication infrastructures:

  • Industrial Ethernet switches (managed and unmanaged)

  • Industrial routers and security gateways

  • Industrial Ethernet connectors and patch cables

  • Fieldbus and Industrial Ethernet wiring solutions

  • Network monitoring and diagnostic tools

These solutions are engineered for use in manufacturing automation, process industries, energy systems, transportation and critical infrastructure.

Industrial Ethernet Switches

Reliable data transmission for automation networks

Weidmüller industrial Ethernet switches form the core of reliable automation networks. They support real-time communication requirements while maintaining high availability and network stability.

  • Managed and unmanaged switches for flexible network architectures

  • Support for Industrial Ethernet protocols such as PROFINET, EtherNet/IP and Modbus TCP

  • Redundancy mechanisms (RSTP, MRP) for high network availability

  • Compact DIN rail design optimized for control cabinets

Industrial Routers and Cybersecurity

Secure remote access and network segmentation

Industrial networks require not only performance but also security. Weidmüller industrial routers and security devices enable secure remote maintenance, VPN communication and network segmentation.

  • Firewall and VPN functions for protected remote access

  • Secure data transmission between machines and control systems

  • Protection against unauthorized access

  • Compliance with industrial cybersecurity standards

These solutions support modern concepts such as predictive maintenance, remote diagnostics and Industrial IoT (IIoT).

Industrial Ethernet Cabling and Connectivity

From control cabinet to field level

Weidmüller offers a complete range of industrial Ethernet cabling and connectivity components:

  • RJ45, M12 and hybrid connectors

  • Pre-assembled Ethernet patch cables

  • Shielded cables for noise immunity

  • Field-installable connectors for flexible wiring

All components are designed to ensure high EMC performance, vibration resistance and long-term reliability in demanding industrial environments.

Designed for harsh industrial environments

Weidmüller Industrial Network products are built to operate reliably under:

  • Wide temperature ranges

  • High vibration and mechanical stress

  • Electrical noise and EMC interference

  • Harsh environmental conditions

Selected components are available with industrial approvals and certifications suitable for use in critical and safety-relevant applications.

Optimizing control cabinets and network architecture

By combining Industrial Network components with Weidmüller’s terminal blocks, power supplies and relay modules, engineers can create a fully integrated and standardized automation infrastructure.

  • Reduced wiring complexity

  • Improved network transparency and diagnostics

  • Faster commissioning and troubleshooting

  • Long-term system scalability

Conclusion

Weidmüller Industrial Network solutions provide the foundation for reliable, secure and future-ready industrial communication systems.

With deep expertise in industrial connectivity and automation, Weidmüller supports engineers and system integrators in building robust Industrial Ethernet networks that meet today’s and tomorrow’s requirements.

Specifications

Specification item

Description

Product range

Industrial Ethernet switches, routers, media converters, connectors and patch cables

Application

Industrial automation networks, machine communication, PLC/SCADA systems, IIoT

Ethernet standards

IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab, 802.3z

Data transmission rate

10/100 Mbps, 10/100/1000 Mbps (Gigabit Ethernet)

Network topology

Line, star, ring, redundant ring (MRP, RSTP)

Switch types

Unmanaged switches, Managed switches, Layer 2 industrial switches

Redundancy protocols

MRP (Media Redundancy Protocol), RSTP, fast ring recovery (model dependent)

Industrial protocols supported

PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP (transparent switching)

Connection technology

RJ45, M12 (D-coded / X-coded), fiber optic (SC, LC)

Power supply

24 V DC (redundant power input on selected models)

PoE support

IEEE 802.3af / 802.3at PoE (model dependent)

Diagnostics & management

Status LEDs, SNMP, web-based management, port mirroring (managed models)

Cybersecurity features

Port security, VLAN, access control, firewall functions (routers)

Mounting

DIN rail mounting according to IEC 60715

Environmental resistance

Shock and vibration resistant, industrial-grade components

Operating temperature

-40 °C to +75 °C (depending on model)

Degree of protection

IP20 (switches); up to IP67 for connectors and cables

Standards & approvals

CE, UL, IEC 61131-2, EN 50155 (selected models)

Typical industries

Factory automation, process industry, energy, transportation, OEM machinery

Ordering Information

Product family

Series / Model

Type

Ports / Channels

Data rate

PoE

Connection type

Mounting

Power supply

Part number

Order code

Packaging

Industrial Ethernet Switch

IE-SW-BL-5TX

Unmanaged

5 x RJ45

10/100 Mbps

No

RJ45

DIN rail TS35

24 V DC

1002350000

IE-SW-BL-5TX

Individual box

Industrial Ethernet Switch

IE-SW-BL-8TX

Unmanaged

8 x RJ45

10/100 Mbps

No

RJ45

DIN rail TS35

24 V DC

1002360000

IE-SW-BL-8TX

Individual box

Industrial Ethernet Switch

IE-SW-EL-8TX

Managed L2

8 x RJ45 + 2 x SFP

10/100/1000 Mbps

Yes (802.3af/at)

RJ45 + Fiber SFP

DIN rail TS35

24 V DC redundant

1012540000

IE-SW-EL-8TX

Individual box

Industrial Ethernet Switch

IE-SW-EL-16TX

Managed L2

16 x RJ45 + 2 x SFP

10/100/1000 Mbps

Yes (802.3af/at)

RJ45 + Fiber SFP

DIN rail TS35

24 V DC redundant

1012550000

IE-SW-EL-16TX

Individual box

Industrial Ethernet Router

IE-R-4TX-2FX

Router / Gateway

4 x RJ45 + 2 x Fiber

10/100/1000 Mbps

No

RJ45 + Fiber

DIN rail TS35

24 V DC / redundant

1021120000

IE-R-4TX-2FX

Individual box

Media Converter

IE-MC-1TX-1FX

Media converter

1 x RJ45, 1 x Fiber

10/100 Mbps

No

RJ45 + SC/LC

DIN rail TS35

24 V DC

1022350000

IE-MC-1TX-1FX

Individual box

Patch Cable

IE-PC-RJ45-1M

Cat6

1 m length

1 Gbps

No

RJ45 / RJ45

-

-

1052350000

IE-PC-RJ45-1M

Bag / 10 pcs

Connector M12

IE-CON-M12-D

M12 D-coded

1 x RJ45

1 Gbps

No

M12 D-coded

-

-

1062350000

IE-CON-M12-D

Individual box

Connector M12

IE-CON-M12-X

M12 X-coded

1 x RJ45

10 Gbps

No

M12 X-coded

-

-

1062360000

IE-CON-M12-X

Individual box

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