GE IS420ESWBH1A

  • Hybrid Network Flexibility: Combines copper and fiber ports for long-distance fiber connections (up to 2km with multimode fiber) and short-range copper links, reducing cabling complexity.
  • Harsh Environment Tolerance: Operates in extreme temperatures and humidity (0–95% non-condensing), making it suitable for outdoor or industrial settings.
  • Plug-and-Play Simplicity: Unmanaged design requires no configuration, ideal for quick deployment in basic networks.
  • Buffered Packet Handling: Stores excess multicast/broadcast packets to prevent data loss during high-traffic periods.
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Description

GE Mark VIe IS420ESWBH1A IONet Ethernet Switch Product Specification

1. Product Overview

The GE Mark VIe IS420ESWBH1A is a 16-port industrial Ethernet switch designed for GE Speedtronic Mark VIe turbine control systems. It combines 16x 10/100Base-TX copper ports with 1x 100Base-FX multimode fiber port (LC connector), enabling hybrid copper-fiber network configurations for power generation, oil & gas, and industrial automation. With wide-temperature operation (-40°C to 70°C) and unmanaged plug-and-play functionality, the IS420ESWBH1A ensures reliable connectivity in harsh environments.

2. Key Technical Parameters

Parameter Specification
Module Type Industrial Ethernet Switch
Ports 16x 10/100Base-TX RJ45 (copper) + 1x 100Base-FX (fiber)
Protocol Support TCP/IP, UDP, Ethernet/IP, IONET
Power Supply 24–28VDC (nominal 24VDC)
Redundancy None (unmanaged switch)
LED Indicators Power, Link (10Mbps yellow/100Mbps green), Activity (full/half duplex)
Operating Temperature -40°C to 70°C
Mounting DIN-rail (parallel/perpendicular) or panel
Dimensions 162mm x 115mm x 72mm (WxHxD)
Weight ~0.9 kg (2 lbs)
IS420ESWBH1A

IS420ESWBH1A

3. Advantages and Features

  • Hybrid Network Flexibility: Combines copper and fiber ports for long-distance fiber connections (up to 2km with multimode fiber) and short-range copper links, reducing cabling complexity.
  • Harsh Environment Tolerance: Operates in extreme temperatures and humidity (0–95% non-condensing), making it suitable for outdoor or industrial settings.
  • Plug-and-Play Simplicity: Unmanaged design requires no configuration, ideal for quick deployment in basic networks.
  • Buffered Packet Handling: Stores excess multicast/broadcast packets to prevent data loss during high-traffic periods.

4. Application Areas and Use Cases

Industries:
  • Power Generation (gas/steam turbines, combined cycle plants)
  • Oil & Gas (pipeline monitoring, compressor control)
  • Manufacturing (factory automation networks)
Application Case:
A chemical plant used IS420ESWBH1A to connect 16 field devices to a central control system via copper ports while extending the network 1.5km using the fiber port. The switch’s wide-temperature rating ensured stable operation in 60°C summer conditions, reducing network failures by 80%.

5. Competitor Comparison

Compared to similar industrial switches:
  • Fiber Integration: Unique 16-copper + 1-fiber port design vs. standard 8-copper + 2-fiber configurations in competing models.
  • Wider Temperature Range: -40°C start-up vs. -20°C minimum for some alternatives.
  • GE Compatibility: Native integration with Mark VIe systems without third-party gateways.
    IS420ESWBH1A

    IS420ESWBH1A

6. Selection Recommendations

  • Network Topology: Choose IS420ESWBH1A for mixed copper-fiber networks; use IS420ESWBH3A (16 copper ports) for all-copper setups.
  • Environment: Opt for this model if operating below -20°C or above 50°C.
  • Cost: Unmanaged design offers lower upfront costs than managed switches for basic applications.

7. Installation and Maintenance Notes

  • Cabling: Use Cat5e/6 UTP cables for copper ports (max 100m) and 50/125μm multimode fiber for the fiber port.
  • Mounting Clips: Requires GE clips 259B2451BVP1 (parallel) or 259B2451BVP4 (perpendicular) for DIN-rail installation.
  • LED Troubleshooting: Steady green link LED = 100Mbps; flashing yellow activity = half-duplex mode.

 

Shanxi Xinyeda International Trade Co., Ltd. supplies GE Mark VIe IS420ESWBH1A with a 2-year warranty and 24/7 technical support. Visit www.xydcontrol.com for pricing and compatibility guides.
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