Moxa EDS-308-S-SC 8-Port Unmanaged Industrial Ethernet Switch

Technical Overview

8-port unmanaged industrial Ethernet switch with 7x 10/100BaseT(X) and 1x 100BaseFX single-mode SC fiber, -10 to 60°C, IP30, redundant 9.6-60 VDC input.

Key Features

7 10/100BaseT(X) RJ45 ports and 1 100BaseFX single-mode SC fiber port
Relay output warning for power failure and port break alarm
Broadcast storm protection
Transparent transmission of VLAN tagged packets
IP30 metal housing for rugged industrial environments
Supports auto-negotiation speed, full/half duplex mode, and auto MDI/MDI-X connection for RJ45 ports
DIN-rail or wall mounting options
Operating temperature range of -10 to 60°C
Certified for hazardous locations (Class I Div. 2/ATEX Zone 2)
Complies with FCC, UL, and CE standards
Store and Forward processing type
2 kbits MAC Table Size
768 K Packet Buffer Size

Technical Specification Matrix

Parameter	Value
Input Voltage	9.6 to 60 VDC
Input Current	0.12 A @ 24 VDC
Operating Temperature	-10 to 60°C
Storage Temperature	-40 to 85°C
Ambient Relative Humidity	5 to 95% (non-condensing)
IP Rating	IP30
Housing Material	Metal
Ethernet Ports	7 x 10/100BaseT(X) (RJ45)
Fiber Ports	1 x 100BaseFX (single-mode, SC connector)
Installation	DIN-rail, Wall mounting
MAC Table Size	2 kbits
Packet Buffer Size	768 K
Physical Weight (kg)	0.79
Dimensions L x W x H (cm)	13.5 x 5.36 x 10.5

Industrial Applications

1. Remote Monitoring in Oil & Gas Pipelines

The Moxa EDS-308-S-SC provides reliable network connectivity for remote monitoring units along oil and gas pipelines. Its robust design ensures continuous operation in harsh environments.

Problem Solved

Ensures uninterrupted data transmission from remote and potentially hazardous pipeline locations to a central control room, overcoming distance and environmental challenges.

Redundant Power (9.6-60 VDC)Class I Div. 2/ATEX Zone 2 CertifiedIP30 Metal Housing100BaseFX Single-mode Fiber (long distance)Relay Output Warning

2. Factory Automation Networks in Automotive Plants

This switch facilitates a robust and flexible network infrastructure within automotive manufacturing plants, connecting various industrial control devices and linking them to the main facility network.

Problem Solved

Connects multiple PLCs, HMIs, and sensors on the factory floor, providing stable and interference-resistant communication back to the main network over fiber optics in electrically noisy industrial settings.

7x 10/100BaseT(X) RJ45 Ports1x 100BaseFX Single-mode SC Fiber PortDIN-rail Mounting-10 to 60°C Operating TemperatureBroadcast Storm Protection

3. Traffic Management Systems for Urban Infrastructure

The EDS-308-S-SC is suitable for integration into urban traffic management systems, connecting traffic controllers and surveillance equipment to a central monitoring station.

Problem Solved

Offers secure, long-distance, and interference-free data transmission from roadside cabinets to a municipal traffic control center, crucial for real-time traffic flow optimization and incident response, even when installed within an appropriate IP-rated enclosure.

9.6-60 VDC InputIP30 Housing (for cabinet installation)100BaseFX Single-mode Fiber (long distance)Relay Output WarningCompact Dimensions (53.6 x 135 x 105 mm)