aplSwitch Field PA » Helmholz Benelux

Overview

16 port Ethernet-APL Field Switch with PA proxy for use in Zone 2

aplSwitch Field PA allows the transparent connection of intrinsically safe “2-WISE” Ethernet-APL field devices as well as Profibus PA devices to higher-level Industrial Ethernet networks and supplies the field devices with intrinsically safe power. The aplSwitch Field PA can be installed in Zone 2 and integrates seamlessly into existing industrial automation systems.

Overview

Ethernet APL for Seamless and Reliable Integration into DCS and AMS Systems

16 Ethernet APL spur “2-WISE” ports
PROFINET enabled switch with support for PROFINET MRP ring topology
Supports all major DCS and AMS systems like Emerson, Siemens, ABB and others
Ensures stable networks via ingress/egress support

Extensive diagnostics

Integrated PROFINET diagnostic functions for easy commission, maintenanc and trouble shooting
Local display for instant commissioning diagnostics
Enhanced FDI support for easy device integration and parametrization

Allows Installation in Hazardous Areas

All product variants can be installed in Ex zone 2
Field Devices located in Ex zone 0 and 1 can be connected to the switch
Rugged and robust housing for field installation IP30

Connects Ethernet-APL and PROFIBUS PA devices

Easy migration of the existing PA infrastructure to the APL topology
Support Either Ethernet-APL or PROFIBUS PA devices or a mixture of these devices on one switch
PROFIBUS PA devices are accessible over integrated PROFINET proxy

Connects Ethernet-APL and PROFIBUS PA devices
Support Either Ethernet-APL or PROFIBUS PA devices or a mixture of these devices on one switch
16 Ethernet APL spur "2-WISE" ports
PROFINET enabled switch with support for PROFINET MRP ring topology
Ensures stable networks via ingress/egress support
All product variants can be installed in Ex zone 2
Field Devices located in Ex zone 0 and 1 can be connected to the switch
Rugged and robust housing for field installation IP30

Specifications

Field Device Interface
spurs version	Ethernet-APL(10BASE-T1L)
	PROFIBUS PA
Number of ports spurs	16
Characteristic spurs	2-WISE power source
	FISCO
Transfer rate spurs	10Mbits/s full duplex
	31.25kbit/s
Power class	A

Device specific data
Protocols	PROFINET
Characteristic protocol	Conformance class B
	Redundancy S2
	MRP
	dynamic reconfiguration
	network load class III
	pruning
	rate limiter

Ordering

Every version with its price and availability. Prices exclude VAT.

aplSwitch Field PA versions
Order number	terminals	Price	Availability	Action
GSL-XX-020113	Screw terminals	On request	Lead time on request	Ask for a quote GSL-XX-020113
GSL-XX-020112	Spring clamp terminals	On request	Lead time on request	Ask for a quote GSL-XX-020112