SLX-3EG – 3 Port Industrial Ethernet Gigabit Media Converter
SlimLine Plus Gigabit Industrial Connectivity
The SLX-3EG media converter is a 3 port all Gigabit industrial Ethernet media converter that provides fast performance to enable real-time operation in industrial networking applications. With rugged packaging that offers superior reliability in the harshest conditions, our easy-to-use converters require no user setup and immediately start operating upon power up.
Overview
Industrial Switch Product Highlights
- 2 Gigabit Ethernet ports (10/100/1000)
- 1 Gigabit SFP port
- High performance and reliability
- Industrial-hardened design
Applications
- Video & Security
- Transportation
- Oil & Gas
- Mining
- Maritime
Note: These media converters are also available in a SL model which is a lower cost alternative that offer slightly reduced industrial ratings.
SLX/SL Differences
| Feature | SLX | SL |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Temperature | -40 to 85C | -40 to 60C (typical) |
| packaging | Heavy-gauge metal | Tough lexan plastic |
| Ingress protection | IP40 | IP30 |
| Compliance | Same plus NEMA TS-2 | Same lass NEMA TS-2 |
Features
Real-Time Ethernet Performance
- Provides plug-and-play simplicity
- Offers ease of use
- All Gigabit ports
- Flexible fiber configuration via SFP
- Auto-sensing for speed and duplex
- Auto-MDI/MDIX-crossover works with straight or crossed cables
- Auto-polarity corrects for crossed signals
- No user configuration required
- Dual redundant power inputs
Rugged, Reliable Operation
- Supports deployment in extreme environments
- Provides high reliability in the toughest applications
- Ultra-reliable 1,000,000+ hours MTBF
- -40° to +85°C operating temperature
- Rugged corrosion-resistant metal enclosure
- Hazardous locations for Class I, Div 2 and Zone 2
Specs
Ethernet Performance
- Type: unmanaged
- Operation: store and forward wire-speed switching, non-blocking
- Modes: full or half duplex operation with flow control on all ports
- MAC addresses: 1024
- Memory bandwidth: 3.2 Gbps
- Latency (typical):
- 5 µS for 100 Mbps (plus frame time)
- 16 µS for 10 Mbps (plus frame time)
- Jumbo frames: up to 10K
- Ethernet isolation: 1500 Vrms 1 minute
RJ45 Copper Ports
- 2 RJ45 ports fully IEEE 802.3 compliant
- Speed (10/100/1000) and duplex settings (full or half): auto-detecting
- Auto-MDI/MDIX-crossover automatically supports either straight or crossed cables
- Auto-polarity for automatic correction of crossed TD and RD pairs
SFP Ports
- 1 SFP (pluggable) port accepts Mini-GBIC transceivers with speeds up to1,000 Mbps
- See separate datasheet for fiber transceiver specifications
Power Input
- Dual power inputs for redundant power
- Reverse polarity protection
- Input voltage range: 10 to 30 VDC
- Power consumption (typical with all ports linked and active): 3.0 W
- Transient protection: 15,000 W peak
- Spike protection: 5,000 W (10 times for 10 µS)
Environmental
- Operating temperature: -40° to +85°C
- Cold startup: -40°C
- Storage temperature: -40° to +85°C
- Humidity: 5 to 95% RH (non-condensing; conformal coating optional)
- Shock and vibration: IEC60068-2-6 and -27
Standards & Compliance
- Standards: IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3x
- Electrical safety: UL508, CSA C22.2/14; EN61010-1, CE
- EMC: FCC part 15, ICES-003; EN610006-2/4, CE
- Hazardous locations: ISA 12.12.01, CSA C22.2/213 (Class I, Div 2); EN60079-15 (Zone 2; Category 3), CE (ATEX)
- Marine/maritime/offshore compliance
- MTBF: >2MM hours GB @ 40°C per MIL-HNDBK-217F2
- RoHs and WEEE compliant
Mechanical
- Material: corrosion-resistant aluminum
- Ingress protection: IP40
- Mounting: DIN-rail or direct-to-panel
- Weight: 6 oz (0.17 kg)
- Dimensions: 3” x 1” x 4.50” (7.62cm x 2.54cm x 11.43cm)
Warranty
- 5 years on manufacturing and design defects
Mounting
This Sixnet exclusive feature allows you to choose the mounting method that best fits your requirements. This capability is a standard feature so no accessories or optional kits are required. Vertical snap-on DIN-rail Vertical screw-to-panel mounting for better shock and vibration resistance. Flat screw-to-panel mounting for low profile orientation in shallow boxes plus best shock 
mounting for quickest installation
and optimal rail width utilization.
and vibration resistance.
Models SLX-3 EG-1SFP – All gigabit, 2 RJ45 and 1SFP fiber port
SLX-3 EG-1SFP – All gigabit, 2 RJ45 and 1SFP fiber port
SLX-3ES-2SC/ST – 2 RJ45 ports and 1 single or multimode SC or ST fiber port
SLX-3ES-3SC/ST and SCL/STL – 2 RJ45 ports and 1 singlemodeSC,ST, SCL, or STL fiber port
Order Guide
| Part Number | Description |
|---|---|
| SLX-3EG-1SFP | All Gigabit, 2 RJ45 ports and 1 SFP fiber port |
| GMFIBER-SFP-500 | Gigabit SFP fiber transceiver, mm, 550 m |
| GMFIBER-SFP-2K | Gigabit SFP fiber transceiver, mm, 2 km |
| GSFIBER-SFP-10K | Gigabit SFP fiber transceiver, sm, 10 km |
| GSFIBER-SFP-30K | Gigabit SFP fiber transceiver, sm, 30 km |
| GSFIBER-SFP-50K | Gigabit SFP fiber transceiver, sm, 50 km |
| GSFIBER-SFP-80K | Gigabit SFP fiber transceiver, sm, 80 km |
| SLX-3ES-2SC/ST | 2 RJ45 ports and 1 multimode fiber SC or ST, 4 km |
| SLX-3ES-3SC/ST | 2 RJ45 ports and 1 singlemode fiber SC or ST, 20+ km |
| SLX-3ES-3SCL/STL | 2 RJ45 ports and 1 singlemode fiber SC or ST, 40+ km |
| SL 2ES models | The SL option is a lower cost alternative that provides slightly reduced ratings. Refer to SL models for more details |
| Part Number | Description |
|---|---|
| ET-PS-024-02 | Power supply - AC to 24VDC, 2A |
| SP-ETH-2 | Dual port Ethernet surge and lightning protector for 10/100 ports only |
Downloads
Product Range
| Part Number | Type | Total Ports | 10/100 | 100 Fiber | 10/100 | Gig Fiber | Ingress Protect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SLX-3EG-1SFP. | Unmanaged | 3 | - | - | 2 | 1 | IP40 |
| SLX-3ES-2/3. | Unmanaged | 3 | 2 | 1- | - | - | IP40 |
| SLX-5ES-1 | Unmanaged | 5 | 5 | - | - | - | IP40 |
| SLX-5ES-2/3 | Unmanaged | 5 | 4 | 1 | - | - | IP40 |
| SLX-5EG-1 | Unmanaged | 5 | - | - | 5(4PoE0 | - | IP40 |
| SLX-5EG-2SFP | Unmanaged | 5 | - | up to 2 | 3PoE | up to 2 | IP40 |
| EB-5ES-PSE-1. | Unmanaged | 5 | 5(4 PoE) | up to 1 | - | - | IP40 |
| SLX-6ES-4/5 | Unmanaged | 6 | 4 | 2 | - | - | IP40 |
| SLX-8ES-1 | Unmanaged | 8 | 8 | - | - | - | IP40 |
| SLX-8ES-6/7 | Unmanaged | 8 | 5 | 3 | - | - | IP40 |
| SLX-9ES-2/3 | Unmanaged | 9 | 8 | 1 | - | - | IP40 |
| SLX-6RS-1. | Ring | 6 | 6 | - | - | - | IP40 |
| SLX-6RS-4/5 | Ring | 6 | 4 | 2 | - | - | IP40 |
| SLX-5MS-1 | Managed | 5 | 5 | - | - | - | IP40 |
| SLX-5MS-4/5 | Managed | 5 | 3 | 2 | - | - | IP40 |
| SLX-5MS-MDM-1 | Managed | 5 | 5 | - | - | - | IP40 |
| SLX-8MS-1 | Managed | 8 | 8 | - | - | - | IP40 |
| SLX-8MS-4/5/8/9 | Managed | 8 | 4 or 6 | 2 or 4 | - | - | IP40 |
| SLX-8MG-1. | Managed | 8 | - | up to 4 | 8 | up to 4 | IP40 |
| SLX-10MG-1. | Managed | 10 | 7 | up to 2 | 3 | up to 2 | IP40 |
| SLX-16MS-1. | Managed | 16 | 16 | - | - | - | IP40 |
| SLX-18MG-1 | Managed | 18 | 16 | up to 2 | 2 | up to 2 | IP40 |
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