INTERCONNECTION FEATURE A NEW STANDARD FOR INDUSTRY 4.0 AND IOT
A future-proof, miniaturised solution for fast Ethernet delivery is here. Meet the ix Industrial from Harting, especially designed for use in much smaller devices, ideal for the IoT
manufacturers to deploy this connector in much smaller devices, which can then more easily meet the needs for miniaturisation. For device integration, a small yet robust
jack with five THR shield contacts is available for maximum stability on the PCB. The socket with its five hold-downs can be soldered in a reflow soldering oven together with all other circuit board components. Only the holes for through- hole mounting must be given consideration on the circuit board. In this way, this system can be added into existing infrastructure without major adjustments. With respect to device wiring, users can
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he classic, globally popular RJ45 connector is low-priced, familiar to
everyone and synonymous with Ethernet connections. However, advances in the area of miniaturisation mean it has now become simply too large for many applications. A logical step would be a smaller yet more robust solution. The Harting ix Industrial represents a clear advancement of the miniaturisation trend and sets a new standard for IP20 Ethernet connections.
Figure 1:
The ix Industrial strong connection, the socket and connector are securely locked together by two metal snap-in hooks
made on the industry of tomorrow are clear: both device interfaces as well as system cables must become smaller, more powerful and more robust. Until now, the RJ45 connector has been the epitome of the Ethernet interface in the IP20 environment. Certainly the world’s most widely used connector, the RJ45 is ubiquitous and consequently much-loved by users. However, given the lack of robustness, which can take the form of a broken locking lever or occasional contact problems, many users have more of a love- hate relationship with the RJ45. In the face of ever-smaller devices such
“A 70% smaller jack size compared to the RJ45 enables manufacturers to
deploy the ix Industrial in much smaller devices, which can then more easily meet the needs for miniaturisation.”
Ethernet is infiltrating ever more areas of
our lives and in future will push its way into the furthest reaches of industry. This path leads away from the co-existence of Ethernet and bus systems for data and sensor technology towards an integrated system, extending from the Cloud to the remotest corners of industrial production. In addition to standardised protocols, this path also includes the appropriate infrastructure, which needs to downsize in response to ever-smaller devices and sensor/actuator systems. The demands
Figure 2:
The Harting ix Industrial, interface
as flat mobile devices, displays, small automation devices and sensors, the RJ45’s size limits the potentials for miniaturisation. Consequently, a smaller and more rugged connector is on the wish list of many users and developers, one which can also offer Cat.6A performance for 1/10Gbit/s Ethernet at the control level. With the ix Industrial, Harting presents an
integrated system that meets all of these requirements. A 70% smaller jack size compared to the RJ45 enables
avail themselves of flexible thin system cables with a tight bending radius, which can be assembled with the ix’s mating face on both ends or mixed with the ix and the RJ45 connector on opposite ends.
KEY SPECIFICATIONS The ix connectors feature stable latching via two metal hooks, which means they guarantee completely secure and vibration- proof connection of the cable to the circuit board for up to 5,000 mating cycles. Consequently, Harting is offering a
universal miniaturised cabling system for Ethernet in the automation switch cabinet, as well as for applications across many other sectors. Size, robustness and Cat. 6A performance in conjunction with the option of Power-over Ethernet (PoE) are all examples of successful miniaturisation. Discussing the ix Industrial, Philip
Harting, executive chairman of the Harting Technology Group said: “Industry 4.0 as an expression of the Internet of things needs one thing above all: an Ethernet connection to any Industry 4.0 component. The international standardisation of new high- performance components and infrastructures is an essential prerequisite for market success and provides security in terms of planning.” All these factors give the Harting ix
Industrial the potential to assume the great legacy of the RJ45 and become the future IP20 standard connector for end-to-end Ethernet, from the Cloud down to the most compact field device. A new standard for Industry 4.0 and IoT applications.”
Harting
https://www.harting.com/UK/en-gb/ix- Industrial
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