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Extremely Rugged and Ultra Reliable

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The SIXNET managed switches were designed for the factory floor and harsh locations. They operate from -40 to +75°C without the need for heaters or fans. They meet a wide range of standards and certifications such as UL, CSA and CE. They are rated for Class I, Div. 2 (Zone 2) hazardous locations and have been tested by DNV for marine and off-shore locations. They snap on to standard DIN rail or can be mounted directly to any flat panel, without requiring any optional mounting kits. On top of all this, based on real world data, they offer over 1,000,000 hours Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF). Plus they are backed by an industry unique 20-year support and service promise. This is why many military projects have chosen the SIXNET switches for their extreme applications.

Compare SIXNET Managed Switches to Office-grade Switches
SIXNET Industrial Managed Switches	Office-grade Managed Switches
Ultra-reliable 1,000,000+ Hours MTBF while operating in industrial applications	Not even close, even in cozy air conditioned offices
20-year support and service policy	You are lucky if it isn't obsolete in 6 months
Open-source Linux IPm for your future needs	Not likely
Rated for tough industrial environments	Basic ratings for office & home use only
Operates outdoors without requiring a heater	Typical ratings are 0-50 °C at best; SIXNET Managed Switches are rated for -40 to 75°C with no fans or moving parts
Will survive the heat in your control cabinet
DIN Rail or direct-panel mounting	You'll have to make your own special brackets or maybe use velcro or duct tape
UL508 rated (electrical control enclosure)	Basic UL rating only
UL1604 Class I, Div. 2 and Cenelec Zone 2 hazardous locations	No
DNV marine & offshore rated	No
CE rated (Class B) for International use	Minimal Class A ratings only
Dual redundant power inputs	No
Powered directly from 12 or 24 VDC	Requires a cumbersome wall-mount transformer, a special outlet in your cabinet, custom hold-downs; then try to get UL approval on your panel - good luck!
MIL-STD-1275 surge & transient power protection	No internal protection is likely
Self-test/alarm output contact	No

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