New EP4200 and EP5200 Layer 2 raptor switchers

The EP4200 and EP5200 series raptor switches feature advanced Layer 2 functions with high performance and availability. They have been specially designed for demanding applications in critical infrastructures and in the energy sector.

Designed to meet the stringent requirements of IEC 61850-3 and IEEE 1613 standards, these managed switches ensure reliable operation even under extreme environmental conditions ranging from -40°C to +75°C (up to +85°C).

The EP5200 model supports up to 28 Ethernet ports in a 19-inch format. The EP4200 supports up to 16 Ethernet ports in a compact DIN rail housing. Both models feature gigabit Ethernet communication via copper and fiberglass ports, with optional 10 gigabit ports available for high-throughput applications.

With a robust Layer 2 feature set, the raptor portfolio is engineered for environments where reliability, scalability, and compliance are non-negotiable. Whether deployed in substations, industrial supervisory control systems, or energy distribution networks, these switches have the necessary performance and resilience needed to operate in mission-critical processes.

Cellulink outdoor cellular routers: cybersecurity for explosive areas

The Cellulink outdoor cellular router product range from Phoenix Contact is being extended. New versions are now also available that have been specially developed for use in Zone 2 potentially explosive areas. The devices have IECEx and ATEX approval and therefore enable safe operation in demanding industrial environments.

Particularly noteworthy is the end-to-end approval of the Cellulink cellular system with an integrated antenna. Unlike conventional cellular routers with an external antenna connection, the certification covers not only the individual component, but the entire system comprising the router, antenna path, and antenna, all housed in a vandal-proof outdoor housing. End users can therefore put the product into operation in potentially explosive atmospheres without further risk analyses, recertifications, or damping measures.

As with all devices in the Cellulink product family, the new versions also meet the requirements of the international IEC 62443-4-2 safety standard. The certified security forms the basis for a future-proof and investment-secure solution. In combination with the development process, which has also been certified, and Phoenix Contact’s many years of experience, users benefit from a high level of cybersecurity for the reliable protection of their data and processes against digital threats.

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