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About OCTOPUS 8TX PoE-EEC
The OCTOPUS 8TX PoE-EEC Ethernet Switch is a compact unmanaged Ethernet switch that has been designed by Hirschmann. It has a protective metal housing with an IP 65/IP 67 protection rating for secure data transmission and installation. It is a compact and easy-to-install device that can be installed anywhere in the system, even without a protective cabinet. The OCTOPUS 8TX PoE-EEC Ethernet Switch works with a standard voltage rating of 24 Volts DC. However, it does not require an additional PoE power supply for normal operation. The end devices in the system are supplied with 24 Volts DC power through an internal PoE power supply. This switch can be used in small networks in industrial automation systems with cost-effective Ethernet. The OCTOPUS 8TX PoE-EEC Ethernet Switch has broadcast limiting features for increasing the IT security measures.
The Hirschmann OCTOPUS 8TX PoE-EEC Ethernet Switch meets the low latency requirements and high throughput requirements with its high network loads. It can disable unused ports via enhanced IT security options. It has the store and forward switching mode, and Fast Ethernet capabilities. Its main specifications include an 18 to 32 Volts DC maximum operating voltage range, 1.8 Amps of rated current, and 44 Watts of rated power consumption. Some of the key features of the OCTOPUS 8TX PoE-EEC Ethernet switch are video streaming support, 7 PoE+ ports, and several application-specific approvals. It has 3 diagnostic LEDs for the power, link status, and data updates that are used to monitor the switch's general status and its communication status. The approximate weight of the module is 910 grams, and its dimensions are 61 x 201 x 46 millimeters. It is approved for use in various vehicles, trains, and industrial control systems. This switch module is an ideal solution for applications that need a switching device to be installed in tight locations in harsh environments.
