ACAL samples Amphenol Spider Ethernet Military Switches

9th May 2011

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ACAL Technology is sampling Amphenol’s new series of Ethernet switches designed to deliver higher speeds and Ethernet connectivity in military and other extreme applications. The Spider Ethernet switches are available in managed and unmanaged versions from 10 Megabit to 10 Gigabit and feature a modular design which combines ports for MIL-DTL-38999 (Series III) connectors and Ethernet. They are designed for harsh applications such as portable military equipment, rugged networks and avionic or shipboard systems.

Spider Ethernet enhance reliability with power filtering and protection, full-duplex operation with flow control, auto-detect, auto-cross and auto-polarity as well as protection against broadcast storms. Designed specifically for use in extreme environments, the switches feature a waterproof metallic enclosure with IP68 sealing when mated or unmated, as well as testing to IEEE Ethernet standards and conformance to MIL-STD-461. The conductive plating allows Spider switches to be used in applications with high EMI/RFI conditions, whilst the use of passive cooling eliminates all moving parts. These features enable Spider Ethernet switches to withstand high temperatures, extreme shock, vibration and dust, or immersion in liquid.

ACAL’s Emma Hatton, Product Manager Interconnect, explains, “Amphenol has field-proven experience in both 38999 connectors and Ethernet switches. Their new Spider series, together with ACAL’s own specialist design support and fibre-optic and connector assembly services, will significantly extend our ability to help customers to implement higher speeds and Ethernet connectivity in even the most extreme environments.”