Advantech adam-6520i Industrial Ethernet Switch

Advantech ADAM-6520I is a 5-port industrial unmanaged Ethernet switch delivering reliable 10/100 Mbps connectivity for rugged automation setups. It features five RJ-45 ports with auto-negotiation and MDI/MDI-X auto crossover, simplifying integration in control networks. The device is powered from a 10–30 V DC supply and offers surge (EFT) protection suitable for harsh industrial power environments, making it well suited for factory floors and equipment cabinets. Designed for demanding conditions, the ADAM-6520I operates over a wide temperature range from -40 to 85 °C and supports flexible mounting options including DIN-rail, wall, or stack configurations. Typical applications include linking PLCs, I/O modules, HMIs, and other Ethernet devices within automation and process control systems where compact, passive traffic forwarding is required without field configuration. This 5-port switch provides straightforward, plug-and-play expansion of Ethernet connectivity in distributed automation architectures while maintaining robust performance in challenging environments.