MIPP options provide easy organisation and linking

20th November 2014

Belden

Barney Scott

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Belden has introduced distinct ranges of structured (MIPP) Modular Industrial Patch Panel products for harsh industrial applications. With three robust, versatile termination panel options available, engineers and installers can connect both fibre and copper cables from operating environments to active equipment.

The MIPP Fibre Splice Box is designed to efficiently terminate various types of fibre cabling in a wide range of industrial applications. A single MIPP Fibre Splice Box allows for termination and patching of up to 72 fibre cables, saving both space and costs, especially in closed cabinets where space is at a premium.

The MIPP Copper Patch Panel ensures maximum reliability for both industrial Ethernet and Profinet networks. Together, through Belden’s MIPP and DataTuff patch cords, copper cables can be terminated and linked to active equipment in an organised and structured manner. One MIPP Copper Patch Panel can terminate and patch up to 24 copper cables.

For networks using both fibre and copper cabling in place, the MIPP Mix integrates the connection of both cabling infrastructures in one single solution. With high port-density and flexibility, the combination of copper and fibre ports can include up to six modules per device.

Each MIPP is constructed from lightweight, high-strength aluminium in order to securely protect the cabling connections under the harshest industrial conditions. The products’ rugged design and UL 1863 certification delivers peace of mind to network engineers and system installers in environments, like power transmission and distribution, transportation, alternative power generation, machine building and automation.

“There’s a clear trend in the use of both industrial Ethernet and fibre infrastructures in industrial networks. Our customers have been looking for a single solution to connect either fibre or copper cabling, or a combination of both,” stated Loredana Coscotin, Product Marketing Manager for Industrial Cable, Belden. “The enhancements offer efficient, low maintenance and secure connections between cables and switches in performance-critical applications. As network connectivity needs expand, with limited space available, we made versatile, high port-density a priority - along with the ability to easily install, maintain and update these space-saving modules.”