N-Tron 105FX-ST Industrial Ethernet Fiber Switch | HMS

N-Tron 105FX-ST Industrial Ethernet Switch with Fiber | HMS Networks

The N-Tron 105FX-ST from HMS Networks is a rugged 5-port unmanaged Industrial Ethernet switch designed for reliable communications in demanding industrial environments.

It combines 4 × 10/100BaseTX RJ45 Ethernet ports with 1 × 100BaseFX multimode fiber port with ST connectors, providing fiber communication distances of up to 2 km without repeaters.

Its compact metal enclosure, DIN-rail mounting, extended operating temperature range and industrial approvals make the 105FX-ST particularly suitable for automation, energy, transportation, railway, marine and other demanding industrial network applications.

Key Features: N-Tron 105FX-ST

Main Specifications: N-Tron 105FX-ST

Industrial Ethernet Connectivity for Critical Infrastructure

Industrial and critical infrastructure networks require communication equipment capable of operating reliably under demanding environmental conditions.

The N-Tron 105FX-ST combines rugged Industrial Ethernet switching with fiber optic connectivity, making it suitable for connecting PLCs, RTUs, HMIs, SCADA systems and other Ethernet devices across different areas of an industrial facility.

Designed to Comply with IEEE 1613 for Electric Utility Substations

IEEE 1613 addresses environmental and communication networking requirements for devices used in electric power substations, where Ethernet equipment may be exposed to demanding electromagnetic and environmental conditions.

Together with its fiber optic interface, extended temperature range and rugged industrial construction, this makes the 105FX-ST an interesting solution for communication links within energy, utility and electrical infrastructure networks.

Applications and Benefits: N-Tron 105FX-ST

• Electric utility and substation networks.
• Power generation and energy infrastructure.
• Industrial automation and control networks.
• PLC, RTU, HMI and SCADA connectivity.
• Railway and transportation systems.
• Marine and shipboard applications.
• Industrial installations requiring long-distance Ethernet connections.
• Fiber links between buildings, electrical rooms and remote process areas.
• Industrial and critical infrastructure communication networks.

Why Use Fiber Optics in an Industrial Ethernet Network?

Fiber optic communication is particularly useful when Ethernet connections must cover distances beyond conventional copper Ethernet limitations.

The 100BaseFX multimode fiber interface of the N-Tron 105FX-ST provides communication distances of up to 2 km without repeaters.

Fiber also provides electrical isolation between network sections and is therefore particularly useful for connecting remote areas, buildings and industrial installations where electrical interference or differences in ground potential may be a consideration.

N-Tron by HMS Networks | Rugged Industrial Networking

The N-Tron product family from HMS Networks provides rugged Industrial Ethernet connectivity for automation, transportation, energy and other demanding industrial applications.

The portfolio includes unmanaged and managed industrial switches with copper, fiber and other networking options, allowing Industrial Ethernet architectures to be adapted to different requirements for distance, environmental conditions, network management and availability.

Garma Electrónica | HMS Networks Industrial Connectivity Solutions

Garma Electrónica supplies and supports HMS Networks industrial communication and connectivity solutions, including N-Tron Industrial Ethernet switches, industrial gateways, Edge connectivity and OT communication solutions.

Our technical team can help select the appropriate network architecture according to the required number of ports, fiber type and distance, environmental conditions, redundancy, protocols and network availability.