The increasing convergence of information technology (IT) and industrial automation (operational technology/OT) networks makes high demands on the switches used as data nodes. In addition to the correct addressing of the data packets, their perfect prioritization and thus compliance with time specifications is also an important issue.
 

With the TSN-6325-8T4S4X, we present a high-performance Ethernet switch that offers particular advantages for industrial applications thanks to its Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN) functionality, especially when it comes to meeting the requirements of industrial real-time applications.
 

The TSN-6325-8T4S4X manages a total of 16 Ethernet ports, including eight fiber ports with four 1/2.5 Gigabit slots each and four 10 Gigabit slots, and also eight Gigabit LAN ports. Thus, this switch offers high bandwidth and fast transfer rates. 
 

The rugged metal chassis and resistance to vibration and shock, as well as a wide operating temperature of -40°C to 75 °C, recommend it for use in harsh industrial environments.

Learn more about the key benefits of TSN switches compared to traditional switches:
 

1. Deterministic communication: TSN switches provide deterministic communication where the transmission time of data packets is predictable. This can better support real-time applications that require precise coordination of activities.
2. Time synchronization: TSN switches support precise time synchronization of network components, which is important to achieve high accuracy in coordinating activities. This enables better realization of real-time applications such as Industry 4.0 or autonomous vehicles.
3. Quality of Service (QoS): TSN switches offer improved Quality of Service (QoS) compared to traditional switches. This prioritizes real-time applications and controls network traffic according to the requirements of the application.