The Hirschmann™ RSB20 Family: A Versatile Range of Managed Basic Switches

The new Hirschmann™ RSB20 family comprises 32 different models

distinguished by the number and type of ports offered as well as by

their factory settings for EtherNet/IP and specific operating

temperature ranges. For the first time, this provides an entry into the

segment of managed switches at an attractive cost level, since

customers will pay only for their exact equipment needs. 

The RSB20 portfolio permits customized communications solutions

without any compromises in quality.

This includes special versions optimized for specific applications as

well as a “universal version” with 3 SFP ports. The flexible adaptation

to any application also reduces stock keeping.

Application Areas

Even at the lower entry level, i.e. for smaller networks in mechanical

engineering and automation technology, the adaptability and 

versatility of the RSB switches opens doors without having to settle

for the entire scope of available management functions.

For this reason, Belden has introduced the “lean” solution of

Hirschmann™ RSB20 Basic Switches, maximizing individual

performance features for a perfect fit in virtually any cost-efficient

automation application.

Key Features of the RSB Basic Switch Family

• Optimized cost/performance ratio

• Ideal range of function for redundant networks

• Various different models, from the 8TX port

• version up to a flexible type with 3 FE SFP uplink ports

• Comprehensive redundancy features

Versatile and cost-efficient solution for use in various

different application areas

All 32 models of the Hirschmann™ RSB20 family of Basic Switches

support Fast Ethernet (10/100 BASE-TX, 100 BASE-FX) and offer

both comprehensive management and redundancy modes as

well as various different functions for convenient configuration and

diagnostics.

Furthermore, they meet all current industrial standards and have

cUL508 and cUL1604 Class 1 Div2 approvals. Supplied in a rugged

and compact housing, they can be mounted on top hat rails.

Passive cooling (no fans) and a redundant 12/24VDC power supply

add to ensure high operational safety. All configuration data can

be saved and recalled, if required, though a serial interface connecting

to the ACA 11 auto configuration adapter.

Product Features

• 8 and 9 port versions (10/100 BASE-TX, 100 BASE-FX)

• Maximum flexibility due to fiber uplinks (SM/MM) and SFP transceivers

• Factory presets for EtherNet/IP

• Temperature ranges from 0 to +60 °C or -40 to +70 °C

• High operational safety based on passive cooling and redundant

12/24VDC power supply

• Comprehensive management and redundancy modes

• Various different configuration and diagnostic functions

• Compliance with all current industrial standards

• Approvals according to cUL508 and cUL1604 Class 1 Div2