Name: Moxa EDS-408A-T 8-Port Layer 2 Managed Switch - INOSAKI
SKU: MOXA-EDS-408A-T
Price: 888.06 USD
Availability: InStock

Technical Overview

Industrial 8-port Layer 2 managed Fast Ethernet switch with redundant 12/24/48 VDC inputs. Features IP30 metal housing, -40 to 75°C temp, and <20ms recovery.

Key Features

8 x 10/100BaseT(X) Fast Ethernet RJ45 ports with auto MDI/MDI-X.
Extended wide operating temperature range of -40 to 75°C for harsh environments.
Network redundancy via Turbo Ring and Turbo Chain (recovery time < 20 ms), plus RSTP/STP.
Advanced network management including QoS, IGMP Snooping, and IEEE 802.1Q VLAN.
Native support for industrial protocols including EtherNet/IP and Modbus TCP.
Rugged IP30-rated metal housing suitable for DIN-rail or optional wall mounting.
Versatile configuration via web browser, CLI, Telnet/serial console, and Windows utility.
Redundant 12/24/48 VDC power inputs via a removable 6-contact terminal block.

Technical Specification Matrix

Parameter	Value
Total Ports	8
Ethernet Ports	8 x 10/100BaseT(X) RJ45
Input Voltage	12/24/48 VDC (Redundant Dual Inputs)
Operating Voltage	9.6 to 60 VDC
Input Current	0.18 A @ 24 VDC
Redundancy Protocols	Turbo Ring, Turbo Chain (< 20 ms), RSTP, STP
Supported Industrial Protocols	EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP, PROFINET
Housing Material	Metal
IP Rating	IP30
Operating Temperature	-40 to 75°C (-40 to 167°F)
Installation	DIN-rail mounting, Wall mounting (optional)
MAC Table Size	8 K
Packet Buffer Size	1 Mbits
Max. No. of VLANs	64
VLAN ID Range	VID 1 to 4094
Physical Weight (kg)	0.65
Dimensions L x W x H (cm)	10.5 x 5.36 x 13.5

Industrial Applications

1. Wind Farm Network Monitoring

Wind turbines experience severe temperature fluctuations and extreme weather. This switch connects turbine PLCs and condition monitoring sensors to the central SCADA system via its managed RJ45 ports.

Problem Solved

The -40 to 75°C wide operating temperature and IP30 metal housing ensure long-term survival in unheated outdoor cabinets. Turbo Ring technology provides a sub-20ms recovery time, guaranteeing continuous telemetry data transmission even if an optical link or copper segment fails.

Turbo Ring-40 to 75°CIEEE 802.1Q VLANSCADA

2. Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)

Traffic intersections and highway monitoring systems require robust network nodes to connect traffic controllers, IP cameras, and radar sensors back to the city's central traffic management center.

Problem Solved

With a standard NEMA TS2 compliance readiness, it easily fits into space-constrained roadside cabinets using standard DIN-rail mounting. The 8 Fast Ethernet ports accommodate multiple field devices simultaneously, while QoS guarantees low-latency transmission of live video feeds without packet loss.

NEMA TS2QoSIGMP SnoopingDIN-rail mounting

3. Factory Automation Data Aggregation

High-speed production lines utilize PLCs, HMIs, and robotic arms that must communicate constantly over industrial Ethernet protocols to maintain manufacturing synchronization.

Problem Solved

The switch's native support for EtherNet/IP and Modbus TCP allows seamless control network integration and direct diagnostic monitoring by the main PLCs. The redundant 12/24/48 VDC power inputs prevent network downtime during factory power spikes or if a primary power supply unit fails.

EtherNet/IPModbus TCPRedundant dual inputs12/24/48 VDC