SlimLine Plus Unmanaged Industrial Connectivity
The SLX line of unmanaged industrial Ethernet switches are designed to meet performance requirements that extreme applications demand. Available in 5, 6, 8 or 9 port options, our unmanaged SLX switches offer protected circuitry and tough DIN-rail metal packaging to ensure rugged reliability and long-term service in harsh environments. With over 1,000,000 hours MTBF, industrial networks will stay up and running for many years to come.
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Overview
Industrial Switch Product Highlights
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Up to 9 fast Ethernet (10/100) ports
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Up to 3 fiber optic ports for noise-immune links up to 120 km
- High performance and value
- Hardened design for medium or heavier industrial networking applications
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Slim packaging fits on your DIN-rail
- Dual power inputs keeps you running
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Plug and play saves you time and money
Note: These switches are also available as SL models which are a lower cost alternative that offer slightly reduced industrial ratings.
SLX/SL Differences
| Feature | SLX | SL |
| Operating Temperature | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 60°C (typical) |
| Packaging | Heavy-gauge metal | Tough lexan plastic |
| Ingress protection | IP40 | IP30 |
| Compliance | Same plus NEMA TS-2 | Same less NEMA TS-2 |
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Features
Real-Time Ethernet Performance
- Fast wire-speed switching
- Intelligent message routing – No collisions!
- Suitable for any system
Plug & Play Simplicity
- Auto-sensing for speed and duplex
- Auto-mdi/mdix-crossover works with straight or crossed cables
- Auto-polarity corrects for crossed signals
- No user configuration required
Trouble-Free Operation
- -40 to 85°C operating range
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Ultra-reliable 1,000,000+ hours MTBF
- Hazardous locations for Class I, Div 2 and Zone 2
- Maritime rated for marine, offshore and shipboard applications
- NEMA TS-2 rated for traffic control systems
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Dual power inputs with industrial spike protection
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DIN-rail or direct-panel mounting
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Specs
Ethernet Performance
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Type: unmanaged, store and forward
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Operation: wire-speed switching, non-blocking
- Modes: full or half duplex operation with flow control supported on all ports
- MAC addresses: 1024
- Memory bandwidth: 3.2 Gbps
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Latency (typical):
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5 us for 100 Mbps (plus frame time)
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16 us for 10 Mbps (plus frame time)
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- Ethernet isolation: 1500 Vrms 1 minute
RJ45 Copper Ports
- Up to eight RJ45 ports that are fully IEEE 802.3 compliant
- RJ45 speed and duplex: auto-detecting for speed (10/100 Mbps) and duplex (full or half)
- RJ45 MDI/MDIX: auto-mdi/mdix-crossover automatically supports either straight or crossed cables
- RJ45 polarity: auto-polarity for automatic correction of crossed TXD and RXD pairs
Fiber Optic Ports
- Up to three fiber optic ports for distances up to 120km
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Fiber optic port speed: 100BaseFX (100 Mbps)
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Fiber duplex operation: Full duplex
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Transceiver connector style: SC or ST standard, or FC special order
- Multimode links up to 4 km typical; 1310 nm; for 50-62.5/125 um fiber
- Singlemode links up to 20 km typical; 1310 nm; for 9-10/125 um fiber
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Singlemode long haul up to 120 km; 1550 nm; for 9-10/125 um fiber
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See SC-ST fiber transceiver datasheet for more fiber optic details
- For the longer distances or special transceivers (such as BiDi) please contact Sixnet
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- Eye safety IEC60825-1, class 1; FDA 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11
Networking Compliance
- Devices supported by all IEEE 802.3 compliant devices are supported
- Standards IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3x and more
Power Input
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Dual redundant power inputs
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Reverse polarity protection
- Input voltage range: 10 to 30 VDC
- Power consumption typical with all ports linked and active
- 2.0 W (5-port without fiber)
- 3.0 W (5-port with 1 fiber)
- 4.0 W (8-port without fiber)
- 5.0 W (6-port with 2 fiber)
- 5.0 W (9-port with 1 fiber)
- 8.0 W (8-port with 3 fiber)
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Industrial surge and spike protection:
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Transient: 15,000 W peak
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Spike: 5,000 W (10 times for 10 us)
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Environmental
- Operating temperature: -40 to 85°C (cold startup at -40°C)
- Storage temperature: -40 to 85°C
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Humidity: 5 to 95% RH (non-condensing)
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Conformal coating is optional – contact Sixnet
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Vibration and shock: IEC60068-2-6, -27 and -32
Standards & Compliance
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Electrical Safety: UL508/CSA C22.2/14; EN61010-1, CE
- EMC: FCC part 15, ICES-003; EN55022, EN61000-6-2/4, CE
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Hazardous locations: UL1604 / CSA22.2/213 (Class I, Div. 2, Groups A, B, C, D); EN60079-15 (Zone 2, Category 3), CE (ATEX)
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Maritime: Rated for marine and offshore per ABS
- Traffic: NEMA TS-2 rated for traffic control systems
- RoHS and WEEE compliant
- ISO9001:2008 certified company
Mechanical
- Case: Slim style, ideal for DIN-rail mounting
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Material: Corrosion-resistant aluminum
- Ingress protection: IP40 protection from dust and debris
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DIN-rail or direct-panel
- Dimensions – see mechanical drawings
- Weight:
- 6 oz (0.17 kg) – SLX-5ES
- 8 oz (0.23 kg) – SLX-6/8/9ES
- 10 oz (0.28 kg) – SLX-8ES with 3 fiber
Warranty
- 5 years on manufacturing and design defects
All specifications are subject to change.
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Order Guide
| Part Number | Description |
| SLX-5ES-1 | Industrial Switch with 5 RJ45 10/100 ports |
| SLX-5ES-2SC | 4 RJ45 ports and 1 multimode fiber SC, 4 km |
| SLX-5ES-2ST | 4 RJ45 ports and 1 multimode fiber ST, 4 km |
| SLX-5ES-3SC | 4 RJ45 ports and 1 singlemode fiber SC, 20 km |
| SLX-5ES-3ST | 4 RJ45 ports and 1 singlemode fiber ST, 20 km |
| SLX-5ES-3SCL | 4 RJ45 ports and 1 singlemode fiber SC, 40+ km |
| SLX-5ES-3STL | 4 RJ45 ports and 1 singlemode fiber ST, 40+ km |
| SLX-6ES-4S | 4 RJ45 ports and 2 multimode fiber SC, 4 km |
| SLX-6ES-4ST | 4 RJ45 ports and 2 multimode fiber ST, 4 km |
| SLX-6ES-5S | 4 RJ45 ports and 2 singlemode fiber SC, 20 km |
| SLX-6ES-5ST | 4 RJ45 ports and 2 singlemode fiber ST, 20 km |
| SLX-6ES-5SC | 4 RJ45 ports and 2 singlemode fiber SC, 40+ km |
| SLX-6ES-5STL | 4 RJ45 ports and 2 singlemode fiber ST, 40+ km |
| SLX-8ES-1 | 8 RJ45 10/100 ports |
| SLX-9ES-2S | 8 RJ45 ports and 1 multimode fiber SC, 4 km |
| SLX-9ES-2ST | 8 RJ45 ports and 1 multimode fiber ST, 4 km |
| SLX-9ES-3SC | 8 RJ45 ports and 1 singlemode fiber SC, 20 km |
| SLX-9ES-3ST | 8 RJ45 ports and 1 singlemode fiber ST, 20 km |
| SLX-9ES-3SCL | 8 RJ45 ports and 1 singlemode fiber SC, 40+ km |
| SLX-9ES-3STL | 8 RJ45 ports and 1 singlemode fiber ST, 40+ km |
| SLX-8ES-6SC | 5 RJ45 ports and 3 multimode fiber SC, 4 km |
| SLX-8ES-6ST | 5 RJ45 ports and 3 multimode fiber ST, 4 km |
| SLX-8ES-7SC | 5 RJ45 ports and 3 singlemode fiber SC, 20 km |
| SLX-8ES-7ST | 5 RJ45 ports and 3 singlemode fiber ST, 20 km |
| SLX-8ES-7SCL | 5 RJ45 ports and 3 singlemode fiber SC, 40+ km |
| SLX-8ES-7STL | 5 RJ45 ports and 3 singlemode fiber ST, 40+ km |
| SL Models | The SL option is a lower cost alternative that provides slightly reduced ratings. See the SL model switches for details |
Contact Sixnet for special or long haul fiber transceivers up to 120 km.
Accessories
| Part Number | Description |
| SL-2ES | 2 port industrial Ethernet fiber optic media converter |
| ET-PS-024-02 | Power supply – AC to 24VDC, 2A |
| SP-ETH-2 | Dual port Ethernet surge and lightning protector for 10/100 ports only |
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