GE IS420ESWBH2A

• Operating Temperature: -40°C to +70°C
• Storage Temperature: -40°C to +85°C
• Mounting: DIN rail
• Weight: 2 pounds 5 ounces (1.1 kg)
• Certifications: Complies with G3 standards; ATEX-certified for hazardous locations (Zone 2, Class 2/Zone 2, Class 1).

Functional Features

• High Reliability:
  • Designed for industrial environments with a wide temperature range and durable RJ45 connectors rated for 200+ insertion/removal cycles.
  • Supports redundant power inputs to ensure uninterrupted operation during power failures.
• Optimized Data Handling:
  • Buffers multicast and broadcast data streams to maintain network stability under heavy loads, critical for real-time control applications.
  • Features soft start functionality to limit inrush current, protecting connected devices during system startup.
• Flexible Connectivity:
  • Combines 16 copper ports for local device connections with 2 fiber ports for long-distance, electromagnetic interference (EMI)-resistant links.
  • Non-managed design simplifies integration into existing systems without complex configuration.
• Industrial-Grade Design:
  • DIN rail mounting and compact form factor enable easy installation in control cabinets.
  • Robust construction withstands vibration, shock, and harsh environmental conditions.

Application Scenarios

• Gas Turbine Control Systems:
  • Connects controllers, I/O modules, and HMIs in GE Mark VIe systems, forming a stable control network for power generation plants.
• Safety-Critical Systems:
  • Serves as the backbone of IONet networks in Mark VIeS safety systems, ensuring real-time transmission of critical data in hazardous environments.
• Industrial Automation:
  • Enables high-speed communication in manufacturing, petrochemical, and metallurgical industries, linking PLCs, sensors, and actuators.
• Energy Management:
  • Monitors and controls power equipment in substations and renewable energy facilities (e.g., wind farms, solar plants).
• Transportation Systems:
  • Supports intelligent traffic management by connecting signaling devices and surveillance cameras in real time.
• Remote Monitoring:
  • Facilitates data collection and control in distributed systems, such as oil pipelines or water treatment plants.

Key Advantages

• High Port Density: 16 copper ports reduce the need for additional switches, lowering costs and complexity.
• Fiber Extension: 2 fiber ports enable EMI-resistant connections over distances up to 2 km (multimode), enhancing network flexibility.
• Plug-and-Play: Non-managed operation allows quick deployment without specialized training.
• Cost-Effective: Eliminates the need for separate media converters by integrating copper and fiber ports.

Industry Examples

• Power Generation: A GE gas turbine plant used IS420ESWBH2A to build a redundant control network, achieving 99.99% uptime and reducing maintenance costs by 30%.
• Oil & Gas: In a refinery, the switch enabled real-time monitoring of 500+ sensors via fiber links, improving safety and operational efficiency.
• Metallurgy: A steel mill integrated the switch into its rolling mill control system, achieving sub-millisecond latency for precise tension control.