The difference between industrial Ethernet switch and general switch is mainly reflected in function and performance.

The difference in function mainly refers to that the industrial Ethernet switch is closer to the industrial network communication in function, such as interconnection with various field buses, redundancy of equipment and real-time of equipment;

The difference in performance is mainly reflected in the different parameters of adapting to the external environment. In addition to many particularly harsh environments such as coal mines and ships, the industrial environment also has special requirements in terms of EMI (electromagnetic compatibility), temperature, humidity and dust prevention. Among them, the influence of temperature on industrial network equipment is the most extensive.

Components and parts: the selection of components and parts of industrial Ethernet switches requires higher requirements, which should better meet the needs of industrial production sites.

Mechanical environment: Industrial Ethernet switches can better adapt to the harsh mechanical environment, including vibration resistance, impact resistance, corrosion resistance, dust prevention, waterproof, etc.

Climatic environment: Industrial Ethernet switches can better adapt to poor climatic environment, including temperature, humidity, etc.

Electromagnetic environment: Industrial Ethernet switch has strong anti electromagnetic interference ability.

Working voltage: Industrial Ethernet switches have a wide range of working voltage, while ordinary switches have higher requirements for voltage.

Power supply design: ordinary switches are basically single power supplies, while industrial switches are generally dual power supplies for mutual backup.

Installation method: Industrial Ethernet switches can be installed by DIN rail, rack and other methods, while ordinary switches are generally installed by rack and desktop.

Heat dissipation mode: Industrial Ethernet switches generally use fan less shell for heat dissipation, while ordinary switches use fan for heat dissipation