EDS-405A-SS-SC MOXA Entry-level Layer 2 Managed Industrial Ethernet Switch For Harsh, Heavy-duty Industrial Environments

The EDS-405A-SS-SC MOXA Entry-level Layer 2 Managed Industrial Ethernet Switch is a rugged industrial Ethernet networking solution designed to provide reliable, high-performance communication in demanding automation and industrial environments.

Built with a durable IP30-rated metal housing and DIN-rail mounting capability, the EDS-405A-SS-SC delivers stable Ethernet connectivity for factory automation, transportation systems, power applications, and other mission-critical industrial infrastructures.

Featuring three 10/100BaseT(X) RJ45 copper ports and two 100BaseFX single-mode SC fiber ports, the EDS-405A-SS-SC supports long-distance fiber communication up to 40 km, making it suitable for distributed industrial networks requiring extended transmission distances and high reliability.

• 100BaseFX Single-mode SC Fiber Ports with up to 40 km transmission distance for stable connections between remote industrial devices
• Turbo Ring and Turbo Chain Redundancy with less than 20 ms recovery time for minimal downtime
• Dual 12/24/48 VDC Power Inputs with reverse polarity protection for higher equipment reliability
• Rugged IP30 metal enclosure designed for harsh industrial environments
• Support for industrial protocols including EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP, and PROFINET

The EDS-405A-SS-SC is designed for engineers who require a balance between network reliability, deployment flexibility, and cost efficiency. Its hybrid copper and fiber port architecture allows seamless integration of field devices and backbone networks.

The most valuable feature is its Turbo Ring and Turbo Chain fast redundancy capability, which helps maintain continuous communication between controllers, switches, and industrial devices in automated production environments.

Application Background: A large manufacturing facility required reliable Ethernet communication connecting multiple production lines, industrial controllers, and remote monitoring systems.

Implementation: The EDS-405A-SS-SC was deployed as the core communication device between production areas and control centers, using RJ45 ports for local PLCs and fiber ports for long-distance connections between production zones.

Customer Benefits:

• Enabled stable communication across large industrial areas
• Reduced production downtime caused by network interruptions
• Simplified network expansion with copper and fiber integration
• Improved reliability of automation and monitoring systems

Q: Why choose the EDS-405A-SS-SC over a standard commercial Ethernet switch?

A: The EDS-405A-SS-SC is specifically engineered for industrial environments where commercial switches may fail due to temperature variations, electrical interference, or continuous operation requirements.

Q: How does it solve long-distance communication challenges?

A: The EDS-405A-SS-SC integrates two 100BaseFX single-mode SC fiber ports supporting transmission distances up to 40 km, allowing connection of remote production areas without additional signal repeaters.