The Hirschmann BOBCAT BRS20-24TX-EEC is the extended temperature, highest-density copper-port variant in Hirschmann’s BOBCAT managed Fast Ethernet switch series, combining 24x 10/100BASE-TX RJ45 ports with a -40 to +70°C operating range in a metal fanless DIN rail housing rated to IP30. Manufactured by Hirschmann, a Belden brand, it is engineered for industrial applications where both high field device density and thermal extremes must be addressed in a single switch — including railway rolling stock and wayside systems, outdoor energy substations, wind turbine control cabinets, heavy manufacturing plant, and transportation infrastructure across Nordic and Baltic climates. Dual redundant 12 to 24 VDC power inputs and USB-C local management complement the fanless form factor, eliminating points of failure and maintenance requirements in remote or hard-to-access installations. Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN 802.1Qbv) support on interfaces 1/1 to 1/3 delivers deterministic real-time Ethernet communication for coordinated motion control, machine safety, and IIoT-integrated automation systems operating across large numbers of connected devices. Network resilience is provided by HIPER-Ring, MRP (IEC62439-2) as both client and manager, RSTP, Link Aggregation with LACP, Link Backup, and Redundant Network Coupling, covering all major redundancy topologies used in critical industrial infrastructure. PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP, and IEC61850 protocol support ensures compatibility with the leading PLC, SCADA, and protection relay platforms across manufacturing, power, and infrastructure sectors. Security features include Secure Boot, signed firmware, 802.1X port-based access control, RADIUS authentication, VLAN-based ACLs, and DoS prevention. IEC 60068-2-6 vibration and IEC 60068-2-27 shock compliance, an MTBF of approximately 1.9 million hours, and a 60-month guarantee confirm the BRS20-24TX-EEC as a dependable long-lifecycle switch for the most demanding harsh-environment deployments. Available from Recab, your Nordic partner for Hirschmann industrial switch solutions.
