{"product_id":"ge-fanuc-wes5120-2501-managed-ethernet-switch","title":"GE Fanuc WES5120-2501 Managed Ethernet Switch","description":"\u003cp\u003eConfigured for deterministic network routing and substation data packet prioritization in industrial Ethernet infrastructure, the \u003cstrong\u003eGE Fanuc WES5120-2501\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cstrong\u003eWES5120\u003c\/strong\u003e Managed Layer 2\/3 Ethernet Switch) provides direct physical\/electrical execution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWES5120-2501\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGE Fanuc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 x 200 x 300 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-40 to +85 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSubstation bus supply dependent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSwitch Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManaged Layer 2\/3 Ethernet Switch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEthernet Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 x 10\/100\/1000 Mbps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNetwork Redundancy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRing topology (\u0026lt;5 ms recovery per hop)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTime Synchronization\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIEEE 1588v2 (Transparent\/Boundary Clock)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupported Protocols\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIPv4\/IPv6, VLAN, QoS, SNMP, RSTP\/MSTP, IGMP Snooping\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCybersecurity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRole-based access control, AAA (RADIUS\/TACACS+), encryption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRack mount or panel mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDeterministic Network Routing \u0026amp; Firm Firmware Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe switch architecture maintains deterministic network throughput via IEEE 1588v2 precision time protocol clock synchronization, minimizing jitter across industrial control layers. Integrated VLAN segmentation and QoS queue management prevent control loop data congestion during high-traffic load events. Firmware flash compatibility ensures seamless backplane interaction and remote firmware image updates without compromising ring redundancy recovery limits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What network recovery times are achievable using ring redundancy protocols?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The module executes ring topology failover with less than 5 ms recovery time per hop under test conditions compliant with IEC 61850 standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How does the module handle time synchronization across connected I\/O nodes?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: It utilizes IEEE 1588v2 logic operating in Transparent Clock or Boundary Clock modes to synchronize Ethernet frame timestamps down to sub-microsecond levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What mechanisms protect administrative access over the network?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Authentication uses RADIUS or TACACS+ protocols, backed by role-based access control, password complexity rules, and encrypted communications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMount the enclosure in a standard 19-inch rack frame or securely fasten it to a flat interior panel using hardware rated for the 10 kg module weight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain minimum vertical clearances above and below the chassis to support passive thermal convection across the extended operating range of -40 to +85 deg C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEstablish a direct low-impedance connection from the protective earth grounding terminal to the master panel ground bus using minimum 10 AWG braided copper wire.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDress all Ethernet cables with proper strain relief and maintain minimum bend radius limits to prevent port connector fatigue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify power supply wiring polarity and supply voltage stability before energizing the device power terminal block.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"General Electric","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53267524124981,"sku":"WES5120-2501","price":66.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0973\/7630\/5461\/files\/WES51205120-1106_59d52c3d-1dcd-41e7-adee-fec3cdd06489.png?v=1786427834","url":"https:\/\/www.5gplc.com\/products\/ge-fanuc-wes5120-2501-managed-ethernet-switch","provider":"High Five PLC Solution Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}