{"product_id":"ge-is420eswbh1a-mark-vie-mark-vies-ionet-ethernet-switch","title":"GE IS420ESWBH1A Mark VIe\/Mark VIeS IONet Ethernet Switch","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIS420ESWBH1A\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eserves as the primary high-speed communication hub within the General Electric Mark VIe and Mark VIeS control architectures. This\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand New\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eoriginal IONet Switch facilitates real-time data exchange between I\/O packs and controllers. As the second-generation hardware in the ESWB series, it manages the high-bandwidth requirements of modern Distributed Control Systems (DCS). It ensures deterministic communication across dual, simplex, or Triple Modular Redundant (TMR) networks, providing the backbone for mission-critical turbine and plant automation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe IS420ESWBH1A integrates copper and fiber media to provide flexible, long-distance networking capabilities in harsh environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeneral Electric (GE)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMark VIe \/ Mark VIeS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIS420ESWBH1A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCopper Ports\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16 x 10\/100Base-TX (RJ45)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiber Ports\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 x 100Base-FX (Multi-Mode)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiber Connector\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLC-Type Connection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Voltage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 \/ 28 VDC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-40°C to +70°C (-40 to 158°F)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7.40\" H x 3.40\" W x 2.20\" D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEngineering Advantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Density Connectivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis switch features sixteen 10\/100Base-TX RJ45 copper ports. This high port density allows engineers to aggregate multiple I\/O packs into a single switch, reducing the total hardware count and simplifying cabinet cable management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptical Isolation \u0026amp; Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eOne multi-mode 100Base-FX fiber port provides high-speed uplinks to remote controllers. The LC-type fiber connection eliminates electromagnetic interference (EMI) and supports long-distance data transmission that exceeds the 100-meter limit of standard copper cabling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeterministic IONet Performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eGE specifically optimized this switch for the IONet protocol. It prioritizes time-critical control data, ensuring that I\/O feedback and controller commands reach their destination with near-zero jitter, which is essential for stable turbine governing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUniversal Redundancy Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe IS420ESWBH1A supports Simplex, Dual, and TMR controller configurations. In TMR systems, these switches maintain the independent data paths required to satisfy \"two-out-of-three\" voting logic and fault-tolerant operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtreme Thermal Durability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDesigned for unconditioned industrial spaces, the switch operates reliably from -40°F to 158°F. The ruggedized chassis dissipates heat efficiently, preventing data packet loss during peak thermal loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this IS420ESWBH1A switch a brand new GE unit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. We supply this component as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Brand New\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eoriginal factory stock. It arrives in the original manufacturer's packaging and remains listed as an \"Active\" hardware version in the GEI-100869 Industrial Ethernet guide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use standard LC fiber patch cables with this switch?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fiber port requires Multi-Mode fiber (MMF) cabling with LC-type connectors. Ensure your fiber infrastructure matches the 100Base-FX specification to maintain signal integrity over the optical link.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I mount the IS420ESWBH1A in my control cabinet?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis switch supports various mounting configurations, including standard DIN-rail mounting or direct panel attachment. Its compact 2.20-inch depth allows for installation in shallow enclosures or densely packed I\/O racks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat power supply is required for operation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe switch accepts a standard industrial 24V or 28V DC power input. You should utilize the dedicated three-pin power connectors typically found in Mark VIe power distribution modules to ensure a stable, surge-protected supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"General Electric","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52525463732533,"sku":"IS420ESWBH1AE","price":66.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0973\/7630\/5461\/files\/IS420ESWBH1AE.jpg?v=1775100266","url":"https:\/\/www.5gplc.com\/products\/ge-is420eswbh1a-mark-vie-mark-vies-ionet-ethernet-switch","provider":"High Five PLC Solution Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}