Hirschmann SPIDER-1TX/1FX-SM

SPIDER-1TX/1FX-SM: Hirschmann Industrial Ethernet Rail Switch

SPIDER-1TX/1FX-SM is an entry-level unmanaged industrial Ethernet media conversion switch launched by Hirschmann Automation, a subsidiary of Belden. It is specially designed for harsh environments such as industrial automation and marine control, enabling seamless conversion between twisted pair (TP) and single-mode fiber (SM), supporting long-distance data transmission and strong anti-interference capability.

Core Identification & Informazioni di base

Parametro	Specifica
Manufacturer	Hirschmann (Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH, a Belden brand)
Modello	SPIDER-1TX/1FX-SM (Standard Order No.: 943928001)
Tipo di prodotto	Unmanaged industrial Ethernet switch / media converter
Montaggio	Standard 35 mm DIN rail mounting (snap-in type)
Protezione dall'ingresso	IP30 (for installation in control cabinets)
Grado di inquinamento	Conforme all'IEC 60664-1 Grado di inquinamento 2
Laser Class	Conforme all'IEC 60825-1 Classe 1 laser product (safe, no radiation risk)

Specifiche tecniche principali
Port Configuration

Port Type	Quantità	Specifica	Connection Notes
10/100BASE-TX Twisted Pair Port	1	RJ45, auto crossover, auto-negotiation, auto polarity detection	Max transmission distance 100 M, suitable for 0.5~2.5 mm wires
100BASE-FX Single-Mode Fiber Port	1	Duplex SC connector, 9/125 渭m single-mode fiber	Max transmission distance 32.5 km (1300 nm wavelength, 16 dB link budget)

Switching & Forwarding

Switching Mode: Store and Forward

Supported Standards: IEEE 802.3 (10 Mbit/s), IEEE 802.3u (100 Mbit/s)

MAC Address Table Capacity: Massimo 1000 MAC addresses

Frame Filtering: Automatically discards CRC error frames and fragment frames (< 64 bytes)

Energia & Consumo energetico

Parametro	Specifica	Osservazioni
Operating Voltage Range	9.6~32 VDC (wide voltage compatible)	Supports 12 VCC / 24 VDC industrial power supplies, built-in SELV safety isolation
Max Power Consumption	≤ 3.0 W (at 24 VCC)	ca. 10.2 Btu/h, low-power design
Current Consumption	Massimo 130 mA at 24 VCC	Typical approx. 80 mA
Power Terminal	3-pin pluggable terminal block, no signal pins	Terminal tightening torque: 0.5 Nm
Grounding Method	Grounded via the grounding pin of the power terminal block	Ensure reliable grounding for improved anti-interference

Adattabilità ambientale

Parametro	Specifica	Osservazioni
Temperatura operativa	-40°C~+70°C (wide-temperature design)	Suitable for extreme environments such as polar regions, ships, metallurgia
Temperatura di conservazione	-40°C~+85°C	Safe storage under extreme conditions
Umidità relativa	10% ~ 95% (senza condensa)	Adaptable to high-humidity marine/industrial environments
Vibration Resistance	CEI 60068-2-6: 3.5 mm amplitude, 1~150 Hz, 1 g acceleration	Complies with industrial equipment vibration standards
Shock Resistance	CEI 60068-2-27: 15 g acceleration, 11 ms duration	Resists transportation and on-site vibration

Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)

Immunity: IN 61000-4-2 (ESD), IN 61000-4-3 (radiated field), IN 61000-4-4 (fast transients), IN 61000-4-5 (surge)

Emission: IN 55032 Class A, FCC 47 CFR Part 15 Class A

Industrial Standard: IN 61000-6-2 (immunity for industrial environments)

Affidabilità & Certificazioni

Tempo medio tra i guasti (MTBF): 101.5 anni (MIL-HDBK 217F, 25°C)

Safety Certifications: cUL 508, CSA 22.2 No.142

Industrial Standard: Conforme all'IEC 61131-2 (standard for programmable controllers)

Pin & Wiring Configuration
Power Terminal Block (3-pin)

Pin No.	Funzione	Wiring Description
1	GND (Terra)	Equipment grounding terminal, must be reliably connected to industrial ground
2	V- (Negative Power)	Connect to DC power negative (0 V)
3	V+ (Positive Power)	Connect to DC power positive (9.6~32 VDC)

RJ45 Port Pinout (10/100BASE-TX)

Pin	Signal	Funzione
1	TX+ (Transmit+)	Data transmit positive
2	TX- (Transmit-)	Data transmit negative
3	RX+ (Receive+)	Data receive positive
4	Not used	Reserved
5	Not used	Reserved
6	RX- (Receive-)	Data receive negative
7	Not used	Reserved
8	Not used	Reserved

Fiber Port (SC Connector)

Uses duplex SC interface; requires connection of single-mode fiber transceiver pair (TX/RX cross-connected)

Fiber type: 9/125 μm single-mode fiber, wavelength 1300 nm

LED Status Indicators

LED Name	Color	Status	Senso
P (Energia)	Verde	Solid ON	Power supply normal
DA/STAT	Verde	Solid ON	Valid link established on port
DA/STAT	Verde	Blinking	Data traffic active on port
DA/STAT	Spento	No link	Port not linked or faulty
10/100 (Speed)	Giallo	Solid ON	100 Mbps connection
10/100 (Speed)	Spento	10 Mbps connection

Caratteristiche fisiche

Parametro	Specifica
Dimensioni (L×A×P)	25 mm× 114 mm× 79 mm (1.0″ × 4.5″ × 3.2″)
Peso	ca. 105 G (0.23 libbre)
Materiale dell'alloggiamento	Flame-retardant ABS plastic, compliant with industrial safety standards
Wire Size	Twisted pair: 0.5~2.5 mm²; power terminals: 0.5~1.5 mm²

Caratteristiche & Vantaggi
Plug-and-play: No configuration required, operates immediately after power-on, ideal for fast deployment
Long-distance transmission: Single-mode fiber supports up to 32.5 km, exceeding the 100 m limit of twisted pair
Forte anti-interferenza: Industrial-grade EMC design, suitable for strong electromagnetic interference environments (per esempio., near motors, inverter)
Wide-temperature operation: Cold start at -40°C, stable operation at 70°C, suitable for outdoor/polar applications
Link protection: Supports Far-End Fault and Low Light Detection to improve network reliability
Auto-adaptation: RJ45 port auto-negotiates speed, duplex mode, and auto-crossover cable, semplificando il cablaggio
Applicazioni tipiche
Automazione industriale: Production line control, PLC networking, sensor data acquisition
Shipbuilding & marine engineering: Ship automation systems, offshore platform control, remote equipment monitoring
Intelligent transportation: Traffic signal control, tunnel monitoring, railway signaling systems
Energia & energia: Monitoraggio delle sottostazioni, wind/PV systems, power transmission and distribution control
Chemical & metallurgical: Remote control in hazardous areas, networking in high-temperature/humidity conditions
Remote monitoring: Cross-regional equipment networking, fiber optic relaying to extend coverage
Installazione & Maintenance Guidelines
Installation Rules

Ensure firm rail mounting to avoid loosening

Maintain at least 10 cm ventilation space around the device to prevent heat buildup

For wiring: connect ground first, then power cables, and finally signal cables

Do not open the housing while the device is powered

Raccomandazioni per la manutenzione

Regularly check LED status for quick network fault diagnosis

Inspect cleanliness of power terminals and fiber interfaces every 6 mesi

Keep fiber ports free of dust; clean with professional fiber cleaning tools

For faults, first check power and physical link connections; disassembly by non-professionals is prohibited

Modelli alternativi & Compatibilità

Modello alternativo	Marca	Note sulla compatibilità
SPIDER-1TX/1FX-SM-EEC	Hirschmann	Versione migliorata, supports wider voltage and higher temperature
RH1-TP/FO-SM	Hirschmann	Same-spec media converter, slightly different appearance
IEF-1100-SM	Contatto della Fenice	Functionally compatible; note differences in pinout and dimensions

Note importanti
Power Safety: Only SELV (Safety Extra-Low Voltage) power supplies must be used; AC mains input is strictly prohibited
Fiber Connection: Single-mode and multi-mode fiber must not be mixed; SC connectors must match fiber type
Environmental Restriction: Do not use in explosive hazardous areas (Class I, Division 2) unless specially certified
Selezione del cavo: Industrial shielded twisted pair (STP) is recommended for improved anti-interference
Grounding Requirement: Reliable grounding is mandatory; Altrimenti, equipment damage or unstable communication may occur