PLANET Technology, a global leader in IP-based networking products, has announced the expansion of its Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) portfolio with the launch of the ITS-5216 and ITS-6326 series. These industrial-grade managed switches are specifically engineered to meet the rigorous demands of railway, rolling stock, and harsh industrial environments, offering vibration-proof M12 connectivity and advanced Layer 2/Layer 3 management features.
Reliable Connectivity for Rolling Stock: The ITS-5216 Series
Designed for transportation applications requiring compact yet powerful networking, the ITS-5216-8P4T-WV and ITS-5216-8P2TB-WV provide a robust Layer 2+ managed solution. Both models feature IP50-rated metal enclosures and M12 X-coded connectors, ensuring stable Ethernet operation under high shock and vibration—a critical requirement for on-train installations.
- ITS-5216-8P4T-WV: Equipped with 8-port Gigabit PoE+ and 4-port Gigabit M12 interfaces.
- ITS-5216-8P2TB-WV: Features 8-port Gigabit PoE+ and 2-port Gigabit M12 with a Hardware Bypass function. This ensures the network link remains active even during power failure, preventing a single device outage from disrupting the entire daisy-chained network.
The series supports a wide-range dual power input (24V~110V DC) and can operate in extreme temperatures from -40 to 70°C.
Advanced Layer 3 Routing for Railway Infrastructure: The ITS-6326 Series
For larger-scale deployments and complex network architectures, the ITS-6326 series offers Layer 3 dynamic routing (OSPFv2) and full compliance with international railway standards including EN50155, EN45545-2, and IEC 61373.
The ITS-6326 series comes in multiple configurations to suit different power and port requirements:
- ITS-6326-8P8T-LV / ITS-6326-8P8T-WV: Features 8-port Gigabit PoE+ and 8-port Gigabit M12.
- ITS-6326-16P-LV / ITS-6326-16P-WV: Provides a high-density 16-port Gigabit PoE+ configuration.
The "LV" models support a 24-54V DC input range, while the "WV" models cater to a wider 24-110V DC input, making them adaptable to various locomotive and industrial power systems.
Key Features Driving Next-Gen Transportation
- Enhanced Reliability: Incorporates ITU-T G.8032 ERPS technology, allowing the network to recover from a link failure in as little as 450ms.
- Intelligent PoE Management: Includes "PD Alive Check," "PoE Schedule," and "Scheduled Power Recycling."
- ONVIF Support: Simplified discovery and management of ONVIF-compliant IP cameras via the industrial GUI.
- Cybersecurity: Supports SSHv2, TLSv1.3, and SNMPv3 for secure management and remote monitoring.
Applications
- Railway Rolling Stock: On-board surveillance and passenger information systems.
- Smart Cities: Roadside traffic control and intelligent toll systems.
- Heavy Industry: Environments where vibration and electrical interference are prevalent.
