When a standard network switch is not designed for an industrial control cabinet, issues such as limited mounting space, heat buildup, unstable connections, and difficult maintenance can become a concern. The Hirschmann BRS20-8TX is designed specifically for industrial Ethernet environments where reliable communication, compact installation, and simple network management are important.
Hirschmann BRS20-8TX, 8 Ports Managed Industrial Switch
The Hirschmann BRS20-8TX is a managed industrial Ethernet switch with eight Fast Ethernet ports for connecting PLCs, HMIs, industrial PCs, controllers, sensors, and other Ethernet-enabled equipment. Its 8 x 10/100BASE-TX RJ45 ports provide wired network connectivity for industrial systems while supporting line and star network topologies.
The switch is built for DIN rail installation, making it suitable for control cabinets and industrial panels where available space is limited. Its fanless design eliminates the need for a cooling fan, helping simplify the hardware arrangement while reducing moving components inside the enclosure. The 73 mm x 138 mm x 115 mm housing provides a compact form factor for industrial network installations.
For network management and maintenance, the BRS20-8TX includes a USB-C interface for local management and device replacement. It also provides a digital input and a combined power supply/signaling contact interface through plug-in terminal blocks. These interfaces help integrate the switch into industrial control and monitoring environments where network equipment needs to be connected to the wider automation system.
The switch supports operating voltages from 12 VDC to 24 VDC through dual power connections, making it suitable for industrial DC power systems. Its 6 W power consumption helps keep the power requirement low, while the IP30 housing and PC-ABS construction provide a practical enclosure for installation inside protected industrial cabinets.
With an operating temperature of 0°C to +60°C, DIN rail mounting, and support for twisted-pair cable runs up to 100 m, the Hirschmann BRS20-8TX can be used for factory automation networks, machine control systems, industrial cabinets, production equipment, and other applications requiring managed Fast Ethernet connectivity in a compact industrial switch.
Key features
- 8x 10/100BASE TX / RJ45 Fast Ethernet ports
- Managed Industrial Switch for DIN Rail
- Fanless design
- Line - / star topology any
- USB-C for Local Management and Device Replacement
- 2 x 12 VDC ... 24 VDC operating voltage
- Digital Input with plug-in terminal block
- IP30 protection rating
Specifications
| Product Identification |
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| Type |
BRS20-8TX (Product code: BRS20-08009999-STCY99HHSESXX.X.XX) |
| Description |
Managed Industrial Switch for DIN Rail, fanless design Fast Ethernet Type |
| Part Number |
942170002 |
| Port Type and Quantity |
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| Port Type and Quantity |
8 Ports in total: 8x 10/100BASE TX / RJ45 |
| More Interfaces |
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| Power supply/signaling contact |
1 x plug-in terminal block, 6-pin |
| Digital Input |
1 x plug-in terminal block, 2-pin |
| Local Management and Device Replacement |
USB-C |
| Network |
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| Network size - length of cable |
Twisted pair (TP) 0 - 100 m |
| Network size - cascadibility |
Line - / star topology any |
| Power Requirements |
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| Operating Voltage |
2 x 12 VDC ... 24 VDC |
| Power Consumption |
6 W |
| Power output in BTU (IT)/h |
20 |
| Ambient Conditions |
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| MTBF (Telcordia SR-332 Issue 3) @ 25°C |
4 467 842 h |
| Operating temperature |
0-+60 |
| Minimum Storage Temperature |
-40-+70 °C |
| Relative humidity (non-condensing) |
1- 95 % |
| Mechanical Construction |
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| Dimensions (WxHxD) |
73 mm x 138 mm x 115 mm |
| Weight |
420 g |
| Housing |
PC-ABS |
| Mount Type |
DIN Rail |
| IP Protection Rating |
IP30 |
