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Product Overview
The GE IS420ESWBH3A is a high-performance unmanaged Ethernet switch designed for industrial automation and gas turbine control systems, serving as a core component of GE’s Mark VIe and VIeS safety control platforms. Engineered to meet the rigorous demands of mission-critical industrial environments, this switch ensures reliable real-time data exchange, making it indispensable for applications such as gas turbine control, power generation, and process automation.
The GE IS420ESWBH3A is a high-performance unmanaged Ethernet switch designed for industrial automation and gas turbine control systems, serving as a core component of GE’s Mark VIe and VIeS safety control platforms. Engineered to meet the rigorous demands of mission-critical industrial environments, this switch ensures reliable real-time data exchange, making it indispensable for applications such as gas turbine control, power generation, and process automation.
As part of the Mark VIe series, the GE IS420ESWBH3A integrates seamlessly with GE’s distributed control systems, enabling efficient communication between field devices, controllers, and HMIs. Its primary function is to facilitate high-speed data transmission across 16 copper-based 10/100Base-TX RJ45 ports, supporting full/half-duplex auto-negotiation for flexible connectivity with sensors, actuators, and other networked components. By buffering multicast and broadcast packets, the switch optimizes data flow and minimizes latency, ensuring uninterrupted operation in time-sensitive scenarios like turbine monitoring and power grid management.
In industrial automation systems, the GE IS420ESWBH3A acts as a robust networking backbone, providing stable connectivity for critical operations. Its design prioritizes durability, with a wide operating temperature range (-40°C to 70°C) and resistance to vibration, shock, and electromagnetic interference. This makes it suitable for deployment in harsh environments such as power plants, oil refineries, and manufacturing facilities where reliability is non-negotiable.Whatsapp:+86 17350880093
Technical Specifications
| Parameter Name | Parameter Value |
|---|---|
| Product Model | IS420ESWBH3A |
| Manufacturer | GE |
| Product Type | Unmanaged Industrial Ethernet Switch |
| Port Configuration | 16 x 10/100Base-TX RJ45 (copper) |
| Power Supply | 24/28V DC (redundant input via diode OR’d design) |
| Power Consumption | ≤10W |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to 70°C |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to 85°C |
| Humidity | 5%–95% non-condensing |
| Physical Dimensions | 204mm x 152mm x 55mm (L x W x H) |
| Mounting Method | DIN-rail (with 259B2451BVP1/259B2451BVP4 clips) or panel-mounted |
| MAC Address Table | 4K entries |
| Buffer Capacity | 256KB (per-port packet buffering) |
| Compliance | IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3x standards |
| LED Indicators | Power, link status (10/100Mbps), activity (full/half-duplex) |
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Main Features and Advantages
Industrial-Grade Reliability: The GE IS420ESWBH3A is built to withstand extreme conditions, with a rugged enclosure and wide temperature tolerance. Its redundant power input ensures continuous operation even in the event of a primary power failure, minimizing downtime in critical applications.Whatsapp:+86 17350880093
Industrial-Grade Reliability: The GE IS420ESWBH3A is built to withstand extreme conditions, with a rugged enclosure and wide temperature tolerance. Its redundant power input ensures continuous operation even in the event of a primary power failure, minimizing downtime in critical applications.Whatsapp:+86 17350880093
High-Speed Data Handling: With 16 fast Ethernet ports and support for auto-negotiation, the switch delivers seamless data transfer at speeds up to 100Mbps. The 4K MAC address table and per-port buffering optimize packet handling, reducing collisions and ensuring efficient data flow in high-traffic networks.
Flexible Installation: The switch supports both DIN-rail and panel mounting, adapting to diverse industrial setups. DIN-rail installation simplifies retrofitting into existing systems, while panel mounting offers versatility for custom configurations.
Real-Time Communication: By prioritizing multicast and broadcast traffic, the GE IS420ESWBH3A ensures low-latency communication essential for real-time control systems, such as gas turbine speed regulation or power grid stabilization.
Cost-Effective Design: As an unmanaged switch, it eliminates the complexity of network configuration, making it ideal for applications where plug-and-play functionality and cost efficiency are paramount. Its compact size also saves valuable rack space.
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Application Areas
Power Generation: In gas and steam turbine plants, the GE IS420ESWBH3A enables real-time monitoring of critical parameters like temperature, pressure, and vibration. It supports seamless integration with GE’s Mark VIe control systems, ensuring precise coordination between turbines, generators, and auxiliary equipment.
Power Generation: In gas and steam turbine plants, the GE IS420ESWBH3A enables real-time monitoring of critical parameters like temperature, pressure, and vibration. It supports seamless integration with GE’s Mark VIe control systems, ensuring precise coordination between turbines, generators, and auxiliary equipment.
Oil and Gas: Deployed in offshore platforms and refineries, this switch facilitates reliable communication between distributed control systems (DCS) and field devices, such as valves and sensors. Its robust design ensures stable operation in corrosive and high-vibration environments.Whatsapp:+86 17350880093
Manufacturing: In smart factories, the GE IS420ESWBH3A connects PLCs, robots, and IoT devices, enabling centralized monitoring and optimization of production lines. Its high-speed ports support video surveillance and predictive maintenance applications.
Water/Wastewater Treatment: The switch plays a vital role in SCADA systems, managing data exchange between pumps, filters, and treatment process controllers. Its wide temperature range makes it suitable for both indoor and outdoor installations.
Related Products
- GE IS220PAICH2A: An embedded controller module in the Mark VIe series, compatible with the IS420ESWBH3A for turbine control systems. It features a Freescale PowerPC processor and QNX Neutrino OS for real-time applications.
- GE IS220PSCAH1A+IS420PUAAH1A: Serial communication and I/O modules that complement the IS420ESWBH3A in distributed control setups, expanding connectivity options for analog and digital signals.
- GE IS420PMVH3A: A power supply module designed for Mark VIe systems, ensuring stable 24V DC power to the IS420ESWBH3A and other network components.
- GE IS420MCHH3A: A communication hub module that interfaces with the IS420ESWBH3A to support additional protocols like PROFINET or EtherCAT in complex industrial networks.
- GE IS420ESWAH3A: A managed Ethernet switch variant offering advanced features like VLAN support, suitable for larger-scale networks requiring centralized management.
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Installation and Maintenance
Installation Preparations: Before installing the GE IS420ESWBH3A, ensure the power supply matches the 24/28V DC requirement. Verify the DIN-rail or panel mounting location and secure the switch using the appropriate clips or screws. Connect Ethernet cables (Cat 5e UTP) to the RJ45 ports, ensuring proper termination. Power on the switch and check LED indicators to confirm operation: green for 100Mbps links, yellow for 10Mbps, and blinking lights for activity.
Installation Preparations: Before installing the GE IS420ESWBH3A, ensure the power supply matches the 24/28V DC requirement. Verify the DIN-rail or panel mounting location and secure the switch using the appropriate clips or screws. Connect Ethernet cables (Cat 5e UTP) to the RJ45 ports, ensuring proper termination. Power on the switch and check LED indicators to confirm operation: green for 100Mbps links, yellow for 10Mbps, and blinking lights for activity.
Maintenance Recommendations: Regularly inspect the switch for physical damage or loose connections. Clean dust from the enclosure using a dry cloth to maintain optimal cooling. Monitor power supply voltage and replace faulty units promptly. If communication issues arise, check cable integrity and reset the switch if necessary. For firmware updates or advanced troubleshooting, consult GE’s technical documentation or contact our support team.
Product Assurance
Our company provides a one-year quality warranty for the GE IS420ESWBH3A, covering hardware failures due to non-human factors. During this period, we will promptly replace any defective product. For discontinued models or urgent needs, our global supply chain network ensures rapid delivery of scarce spare parts. With 17 years of expertise in industrial control, we guarantee reliable support to keep your systems operational.E-mail :sales@fyplc.cn
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Our company provides a one-year quality warranty for the GE IS420ESWBH3A, covering hardware failures due to non-human factors. During this period, we will promptly replace any defective product. For discontinued models or urgent needs, our global supply chain network ensures rapid delivery of scarce spare parts. With 17 years of expertise in industrial control, we guarantee reliable support to keep your systems operational.E-mail :sales@fyplc.cn
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