Advantech EKI-1521I-CE Serial Device Server 1-Port Wide Temp with 2x Ethernet

Many factories still rely on old machines that speak only Serial. Those machines cannot join a modern Ethernet network, so data stays stuck on the shop floor. When you cannot see that data, you lose control, waste time, and risk costly downtime. The EKI-1521I-CE Serial Device Server 1-Port Wide Temp with 2x Ethernet turns a single Serial port into a reliable Ethernet link that works even in extreme temperatures, giving you remote access and real-time monitoring.

EKI-1521I-CE Serial Device Server 1-Port Wide Temp with 2x Ethernet with Serial

Imagine a tiny box that lets you connect any RS-232/422/485 device to your LAN without rewiring the whole plant. This Serial Device Server creates a virtual COM port over TCP/IP, so your software thinks the remote device is still attached locally. If a sensor stops sending data, you can see the problem from anywhere and fix it fast. The built-in wide temperature range and dual Ethernet ports serial device keep the link alive in harsh factories, making the solution both simple and robust.

Usages

Use this server to bring legacy PLCs, barcode readers, or temperature sensors into an IoT system. It works well in production lines that need remote diagnostics, in warehouses where equipment is far from the control room, and in outdoor installations such as oil rigs where the temperature can drop below -40 C. The device can also serve as a bridge for test equipment in a lab that must be accessed over a secure network.

Benefits

• Remote access to Serial devices saves travel time and reduces downtime.
• Wide operating temperature lets you install the unit in cold storage or hot factories.
• Dual Ethernet ports provide network redundancy for continuous operation.
• Simple web and Windows utilities make configuration fast for any skill level.
• Low power consumption (3.2 W) keeps energy costs down.

Key Features

• 1 Serial port supporting RS-232, RS-422, or RS-485 (software selectable).
• Two 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports for LAN redundancy.
• Operating temperature range -40 C to 80 C.
• Power input 12 V to 48 V with dual redundant supplies.
• Supports up to 5 Serial hosts or 16 TCP clients.
• Virtual COM, TCP/UDP Server/Client, and Pair Connection modes.
• Web browser, Telnet, and Windows utility configuration tools.
• IP30 metal enclosure, DIN-rail or wall mount options.
• CE, FCC, UL, ATEX, RoHS certifications for industrial safety.

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