Ethernet APL network switch aplSwitch Field PA
managed16 portsProfiNet

Ethernet APL network switch - aplSwitch Field PA - Softing Industrial Automation - managed / 16 ports / ProfiNet
Ethernet APL network switch - aplSwitch Field PA - Softing Industrial Automation - managed / 16 ports / ProfiNet
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Characteristics

Type
managed
Number of ports
16 ports
Network
Ethernet APL, ProfiNet
Mounting
mounting pad
Other characteristics
intrinsically safe
Applications
industrial

Description

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. 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, maintaining 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 - Ruggedized and robust housing for field installation Connects Ethernet-APL and PROFIBUS PA devices - Easy to migrate existing PA infrastructure into 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

Exhibitions

Meet this supplier at the following exhibition(s):

Automation Expo 2026
Automation Expo 2026

22-25 Jul 2026 Mumbai (India) Stand J1A

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    All About Automation Zürich
    All About Automation Zürich

    26-27 Aug 2026 Zürich (Switzerland) Stand C05

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