Overview
SCALANCE X-200 IRT switches are especially designed for constructing isochronous real-time (IRT) Industrial Ethernet networks in line, star and ring topologies at transmission rates of 10/100 Mbps (Redundancy Manager integrated); construction of redundant ring connections possible.
- Optimized performance due to combination of the switching mechanisms “Cut Through” and “Store and Forward”
- Fast and bumpless media redundancy due to the integrated redundancy manager for Fast Ethernet
- Rugged station connections with industry-standard, plug-in connections that offer additional strain relief and bending strain relief thanks to latching on the housing
- End-to-end system diagnostics with PROFINET, SNMP access, integrated web server or SINEC NMS and automatic email transmission function for remote diagnostics and signaling via the network
- Different device versions with copper and fiber-optic interfaces (ST/BFOC, LC, SC RJ)
- Rugged metal enclosure for space-saving control cabinet installation on standard mounting rail, SIMATIC S7-300 DIN rail, or for wall mounting, as well as with optional DIN-rail adapter also suitable for the SIMATIC S7-1500 mounting rail
Product variants
SCALANCE X204IRT
- For configuring electrical Industrial Ethernet line, star or ring topologies with four electrical ports
SCALANCE X202-2IRT
- For configuring electrical/optical Industrial Ethernet line, star or ring topologies with two electrical ports and two glass fiber-optic ports
SCALANCE X202-2P IRT
- For configuring electrical/optical Industrial Ethernet line, star or ring topologies with two electrical ports and two optical POF fiber-optic ports
SCALANCE X201-3P IRT
- For configuring electrical/optical Industrial Ethernet line, star or ring topologies with one electrical port and three optical POF fiber-optic ports
SCALANCE X200-4P IRT
- For configuring optical Industrial Ethernet line, star or ring topologies with four optical POF fiber-optic ports
SIPLUS NET SCALANCE X202-2PIRT
- For configuring electrical/optical Industrial Ethernet line, star or ring topologies with two electrical ports and two glass fiber-optic ports. This switch also has coated PCBs (conformal coating) as well as further properties and approvals for operation in harsh environments.
Applicable to all versions:
- Integrated redundancy manager (RM) for both MRP and MRPD
- Device diagnostics with LEDs (power, link status, data traffic)
- Remote diagnosis is possible through signaling contact (signal mask can be set locally using buttons), PROFINET, SNMP and web browser
- Automatic email send function
- Rugged station connections with industry-standard RJ45 plugs that offer additional strain and bending strain relief thanks to latching on the enclosure
The SCALANCE X-200 IRT switches, based on PROFINET, satisfy the real-time requirements of the field level up to high-performance Motion Control applications.
Benefits
- The ideal solution for constructing isochronous real-time (IRT) Industrial Ethernet segments especially in line, star and ring topologies with copper and fiber-optic cabling (glass FOC, PCF FOC, POF FOC)
- Reliable data communication thanks to rugged device connection using industry-standard connectors (IE FC RJ45 plug 2×2) that offer additional strain and bending strain relief thanks to latching on the enclosure
- High network availability in ring topologies, without reconfiguration times, when using the standardized PROFINET MRPD process (Media Redundancy for Planned Duplication, according to IEC 61158)
- Fast and easy diagnosis with LEDs on the device, through the integral web server and through signaling contacts
- Easy integration into the consistent process and system diagnostics with PROFINET
- Integrated configuration and diagnostics in STEP 7 / (TIA Portal) bring significant advantages during the engineering, commissioning, and the operating phase of a plant
- Module replacement without the need for a programming device, using the C-PLUG removable data storage medium for backing up the configuration data
- Integration into the SINEC NMS Network Management System for end-to-end network diagnostics with central firmware management
Application
The SCALANCE X-200IRT Industrial Ethernet switches permit the construction of isochronous real-time (IRT) Industrial Ethernet line and star topologies. Ring structures can also be designed using the integral redundancy manager (RM). Redundant ring connections are also possible. Thanks to innovative switching technology, the special requirements of automation with regard to line topologies with fast data communication and simultaneous compliance with isochronous mode for motion control applications and unlimited IT openness within a single technology have been satisfied, based on the PROFINET standard.
The switches with IP30 degree of protection have been designed for use in the control cabinet.
Real-time Ethernet
- Interfacing of the PROFINET devices to the PROFINET controller through high-performance, optimized data transmission
- Coexistence of isochronous mode for motion control applications and IT openness:
Reaction-free transmission of real-time and non-real-time communication on the same line
Also through isochronous real-time (IRT) Ethernet
- Isochronous real-time communication based on the transmission method of the IEEE 802.3 standard by combining the “Cut Through” and “Store and Forward” switching mechanisms
- For drive controls, PROFINET with isochronous real-time is one of the best performing systems worldwide with regard to its isochronous and deterministic response.
With a cycle time of 250 µs and a jitter of less than 1 µs, axes can be controlled in isochronous mode leaving 50% of the bandwidth available without restrictions for IT communication, for example.
Design
- With their rugged metal enclosure, the SCALANCE X-200IRT switches to IP30 degree of protection are optimized for mounting on a DIN rail and a SIMATIC S7-300 rail. Direct wall mounting in various positions is also possible. Thanks to the SIMATIC S7-300 housing dimensions, the devices are ideally suited for integration into an automation solution with SIMATIC S7-300 components.
- The switches have a 2-pin or 4-pin terminal block for connecting the redundant supply voltage (2 x 24 V DC).
The status information is indicated by means of a row of LEDs (power, link status, data communication, power supply, signaling contact).
The SCALANCE X-200IRT modules are available with the following port types:
- 10/100BaseTX, RJ45 connection
RJ45 port, automatic detection of data transmission rate (10 or 100 Mbps), with autosensing and autocrossover function for connecting IE FC cables over IE FC RJ45 plug 180 at distances up to 100 m. - 100BaseFX, ST/BFOC connection method
ST/BFOC ports for direct connection to Industrial Ethernet glass fiber-optic cables up to 5000 m for configuring line and star topologies. - 100BaseFX, SC RJ connection method
SC RJ ports for connection to Industrial Ethernet POF (50 m) and PCF FOC (100 m) using SC RJ plug connectors
Function
- 4-port switch for configuring electrical and optical Industrial Ethernet line, star and ring topologies
- Integral redundancy manager for design of ring topologies
- Integral standby function for redundant coupling of two rings
- Extremely short cycle times with highly accurate clock-pulse rates thanks to integrated real-time functions
- Bumpless ring redundancy by sending message frames twice in the ring by means of standardized PROFINET MRPD procedure
(Media Redundancy for Planned Duplication according to IEC 61158) - Isochronous mode applications up to 250 µs and jitter of less than 1 µs
- Uncrossed connecting cables can be used due to autocrossover function integrated in the ports
- Load disconnection through integral switch functionality
- Easy diagnostics using signaling contact, SNMP and web browser
- Automatic email function
- Integration into the diagnostics of a PROFINET controller for a consistent diagnostics concept, including network infrastructure
- Fast device replacement in the event of a fault by using the optional C-PLUG removable data storage medium (not included in scope of supply)
Network topology and network configuration
The SCALANCE X-200IRT Industrial Ethernet switches are usually installed in a control cabinet together with the stations to be connected (e.g. ET 200SP). When configuring the network, the following boundary conditions must be observed:
- Length of the TP cable between two SCALANCE X switches:
- Max. 100 m with IE FC cable and IE FC RJ45 plug 180
- Max. 10 m with TP cord
- Length of the optical cables
- Max. 4000 m with Industrial Ethernet glass fiber-optic cables (62.5/125 µm)
- Max. 5000 m with Industrial Ethernet glass fiber-optic cables (50/125 µm)
- Max. 100 m with Industrial Ethernet PCF fiber-optic cables.
- Max. 50 m with Industrial Ethernet POF fiber-optic cables.
- IP address:
The IP address is assigned by means of the DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol). If there is no corresponding server in the network, the IP address can be assigned using the supplied software tool PST (Primary Setup Tool) or STEP 7/TIA Portal. SCALANCE X-200IRT switches and their real-time functions are configured with STEP 7/TIA Portal.
Commissioning and diagnostics
PROFINET diagnostic interrupts from SCALANCE X-200IRT switches can be displayed with the appropriate SIMATIC engineering tools and processed in the PLC. The engineering outlay for the PLC and HMI has been drastically reduced due to the complete integration in the SIMATIC concept for system error messages.
SCALANCE X-200IRT Industrial Ethernet switches can also be integrated in a network management system (e.g. SINEC NMS) using the standardized Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP). In the event of faults in the device, error messages (SNMP traps) can be sent to a network management system (e.g. SINEC NMS) or as an email to a specified network administrator.
The integrated web server enables configuration and diagnostics settings to be made using a standard web browser. Statistical information can also be read out over the web server. Warning thresholds, and alarms generated by them, permit early recognition of critical fiber states (only with POF). Cable failures (fiber breakage) can thus be avoided, and plant downtimes reduced, since maintenance work can be carried out at an early point in time and outside production periods.
The following information is displayed on site by LEDs:
- Power
- Port status
- Data traffic
- RM activated
- POF cable diagnostics (for POF versions only)
6GK5204-0BA10-2BA3 Siemens
SCALANCE X204IRT, managed IE IRT switch, 4x 10/100 Mbps RJ45 ports, error signaling contact with set button, redundant power supply, PROFINET IO device, network management, Redundancy Manager integrated, incl. electron. manual on CD-ROM, C-PLUG optional













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