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Unmanaged 8-Port Gigabit Switch – 8x 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45 – Slim IP30 housing – Redundant 12~48 VDC inputs – Wide -40°C to +75°C operation
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Impulse Embedded is a leading provider of Industrial computing systems and solutions. Our customers rely on us to provide the best embedded computing products and solutions for the challenges presented by today’s industrial demands. Together with our global manufacturing partners we provide world-class innovative embedded computing and automation products and solutions suitable for multiple industrial market sectors.
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The EKI-2728NI-A is a wide-temperature model in the EKI-2728NI series, offering eight 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45 ports with unmanaged Gigabit switching for industrial applications. Designed for plug-and-play deployment, it supports auto-negotiation, full/half duplex operation, and auto MDI/MDI-X, simplifying integration into automation systems.
Its slim IP30 metal housing allows space-saving DIN-rail or wall installation. Enhanced mechanical reliability is ensured with compliance to IEC 60068 shock, vibration, and freefall standards. With a -40 to 75 °C temperature range, it is suited for outdoor cabinets, production floors, and other harsh conditions.
The switch is powered via redundant 12~48 VDC inputs, offering high availability and continuous uptime. Integrated reverse polarity and overload current protection safeguard both the switch and the connected devices. It consumes a maximum of 3.9 W and features a relay alarm output, providing proactive fault notification in case of power failure.
Performance is optimised with support for jumbo frames up to 9 KB and PROFINET Conformance-Class A with PTCP filtering, ensuring real-time traffic prioritisation for industrial Ethernet protocols.
Certified for UL 62368 safety, CE, FCC, and EN 61000 EMC immunity, the EKI-2728NI-A is engineered for dependable operation in industrial automation, transport, and utilities. Combined with a 5-year warranty and high MTBF rating, it offers robust and cost-effective Gigabit networking for critical industrial environments.
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RMA
In order to process returned goods, Impulse Embedded Limited uses an internal RMA system. Before returning goods for any reason, please contact Impulse Embedded Limited (returns@impulse-embedded.co.uk) to request an RMA number. Please confirm the reason for the return of the goods, providing the Serial Number, Product Code, and Impulse Embedded Limited Invoice Number (if known).
When returning goods, please ensure they are suitably packed so as to avoid damage, are in the original packaging, along with all accessories, with the outer packaging marked with the RMA number. It is recommended that you use a signed delivery service, as goods lost in transit are not the responsibility of Impulse Embedded Limited.
Please do not write the RMA number on the goods or on the original packaging. Impulse Embedded Limited may refuse returned goods and return them if they arrive without an RMA number, or not in the original packaging.
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