Fibre-optic data transmission system for Industrial Ethernet from Harting

The HARTING microFX range consists of active transceivers with diagnostic function for optical data transmission at speeds of up to 125 MBit/s, as well as the corresponding connectors for single- and multimode glass fibre and plastic fibre. In addition to two optical contacts for data
transmission, each device incorporates two electrical contacts for power-supply use. The range also includes passive coupling units, panel feed-throughs and pre-assembled custom-built harnesses.

Transceivers are available with wavelengths of 650 nm - for plastic optical fibres and short transmission links, or 1300 nm - for multi- and single-mode glass fibres for both medium and long transmission distances.

M12 microFX offers suppliers of automation devices significant savings in component costs because the housings of devices with optical interfaces are the same as those with electrical interfaces. The utilisation of standard ferrules means that users of the M12 microFX can rely on commercially
available tools for fibre termination.

The use of proven M12 technology makes it possible to realise a cost-effective solution for the integration of optical interfaces with IP65/IP67 protection to guarantee secure data transmission in harsh industrial environments.