“This represents a significant advancement in network infrastructure for industrial environments,” claimed the company. “The two 1000Base-X fiber connectors can extend Gigabit Ethernet operating distances over fibre up to 160km.”
The fan-less units come in two temperature ranges: IDS-710CT for -10 to +60°C and IDS-710CT-XT for -40 and 70°C. Ingress protection is IP20.
The fibre connectors can be ST or SC types depending on model, and multi-mode or single-mode fibres can be accommodated.