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News Release from: Bulgin Components | Subject: Ethernet Buccaneer
Edited by the Processingtalk Editorial
Team on 19 February 2003
New waterproof Ethernet industrial
connector
To meet the demands of data networks on the factory floor Bulgin have designed a tough new Ethernet connector system, dust and waterproof to IP68, for networks running at up to 100MHz
Based upon the tried and tested Standard Buccaneer waterproof power connector, combined with industry standard RJ45 connectors, it provides a secure and robust connection for Ethernet based networks running up to 100MHz Dust and waterproof to IP68, the new Ethernet Buccaneer has a shroud to protect the RJ45 plug from accidental abuse during handling which also provides a positive guide for alignment during mating
This article was originally published on Processingtalk on 21 Sep 2004 at 8.00am (UK)
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The screw coupling connection provides a secure and proven locking system, together with protection for the RJ45 interface against contact damage/wear due to mechanical vibration.
Shielded connectors and couplers, combined with S-FTP stranded cable, provide a high level of noise immunity, ensuring that the EMI protection is maintained throughout, critical in electrically noisy industrial environments.
The system is Cat 5e compliant with data rates up to 100Mbps.
Considerable design effort has been employed to ensure the cable and connector will maintain Cat 5e specifications.
The sealing gland and cage have been optimised to maintain an IP68 seal and provide secure cable restraint without disrupting the signal.
Supplied in three formats the Ethernet Buccaneer provides a complete system.
The re-wireable flex connector, PX0834, is supplied with a shielded RJ45 jack and 3-9mm cable glands.
Patch-cords, PX0830-2, available in 2, 3 and 5m lengths, with either Ethernet Buccaneer to Shielded RJ45, Buccaneer to Buccaneer or Buccaneer to bare ends.
A panel mounting coupler, PX0833, completes the range, providing a sealed connection to the front of panel and a standard RJ45 connection to the rear.
Sealing caps maintain the IP rating of unmated connectors.
The Ethernet Buccaneer will find many applications within industrial control systems where a robust, water and dust proof connector is needed. Request a free brochure from Bulgin Components ...
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