Communication : Switches/Media Converters

Available products include:
- Industrial ethernet switches (unmanaged and managed)
- Network/media converters (Ethernet-Fiber, Ethernet-Serial, RS-232 to RS-485, USB-serial, etc.)
- Modems and wireless equipment
- and more.
These products ensure reliable communications in even the harshest environments. Some of the more popular products are described here and in our WebStore. If you don't see what you want, contact us. We have relationships with a number of communication product vendors and can offer and/or recommend other options and complementary products to our core technologies - SoftPLC Controllers, Protocol Converter Gateways, TagWell Remote Management Platform, and SoftPLC Web Studio SCADA/HMI products.
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Unmanaged Ethernet Switches
Industrial-grade Ethernet switches, models GCLx, enable you to expand your industrial networks quickly and cost-effectively. The ruggedized design assures high reliability and stability in harsh environments. For installations utilizing fiber optics, noise protection and longer distances can be supported with fiber-capable models. Use them as a robust bridge between enterprise fiber-optic backbones and industrial Ethernet-enabled devices, or for long-distance transmission runs.
Common Features:
- Store and Forward Switching Architecture
- Flow Control on Full-Duplex
- Back Pressure on Half-Duplex
- Supports Auto MDI/MDI-X Function
- Wide-Ranging Redundant Power Input
- Slim IP-30 Case
- DIN-Rail or Wall Mount
Ports Catalog Number Data Sheet Store 5-port GB (10/100/1000MB) GCL-D8050 4-port Fast (10/100MB) + 2-port 100Base-FX(SC) Fiber GCL-D6042ASC
Media Converters
Serial Media Converter and Repeaters provide conversion between serial networks and other media. They can transparently convert RS-232 signals to RS-422/485 signals, as well as fiber optic signals.
Ports | Catalog Number | Operating Temperature | Data Sheet | Store |
RS-232 to RS-422/485 Converter | ASIO-4520i | -40 ~ 85°C (-40 ~ 185°F) | ![]() |
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Other Communication Products
We offer a variety of different modem types (cellular, phone, etc.) and wireless equipment that can be used with our SoftPLC PACs/Gateways (including RTU's & TagWell Remotes) and SoftPLC Web Studio HMI's.
Only the most popular items are listed, many others are available. Contact SoftPLC to discuss your application requirements.
Catalog Numer Description Data Sheet Store Modems ICO-MDMM1V-S External Serial 4G Cat M1 Cellular Modem ICO-MDMM1V-U External USB 4G Cat M1 Cellular Modem
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Specifications
- Unmanaged Gatecraft Ethernet Switches Data Sheet
- A-Series Dimensions and Mounting Mounting dimensions and options for A-Series I/O and communication modules.