Standardised Single-Pair Ethernet for industrial automation
Phoenix Contact, Weidmüller, Reichle & De-Massari, Belden and Fluke Networks are developing mutually compatible components for Single-Pair Ethernet, having announced a technology partnership for SPE at the Hannover Messe. They are developing and supporting the pin connector patterns collectively added to the IEC 63171-5 (industrial environment) and IEC 63171-2 (office environment) standards. These standards define IP20 and IP65/67 pin connector patterns for single- and four-pair data transmission in Single-Pair Ethernet applications. The companies in this partnership are pooling their technological expertise to ensure a standardised infrastructure for devices, connectors, cables and measurement technology.