Unmanaged Industrial 8-port 10/100BASE-T Ethernet Switch
Product Overview:
The LNK-IMC008 is a rugged unmanaged industrial Ethernet switch
featuring 8× 10/100BASE-TX ports designed for reliable networking
in harsh environmental conditions. Built to meet critical
industrial standards, this hardened switch offers plug-and-play
operation with robust resistance to vibration, shock, and wide
temperature fluctuations, making it suitable for demanding
applications such as factory automation, transportation systems,
and outdoor installations.
Compliant with CE and FCC certifications, the switch undergoes
rigorous 100% burn-in testing to ensure long-term reliability and
stable performance. Its fanless design, compact metal housing, and
wide operating temperature range provide a cost-effective and
durable solution for industrial Ethernet connectivity where
simplicity and endurance are essential.
Ideal for use in smart manufacturing, IP surveillance, energy
management, and other industrial networking scenarios, the
LNK-IMC008 delivers uncompromising connectivity without the need
for complex configuration, supporting seamless integration into
existing network infrastructures.
Product Features:
✅ 8-Port Fast Ethernet Connectivity: Features 8× 10/100BASE-TX RJ45 ports supporting auto-negotiation,
auto MDI/MDIX, and full/half-duplex operation for flexible
industrial network deployment.
✅ Advanced Flow Control Technology: Implements IEEE 802.3x flow control to prevent data packet loss
and ensure stable performance in high-traffic network environments.
✅ Energy-Efficient Operation: Complies with IEEE 802.3az EEE standards, significantly reducing
power consumption during periods of low network activity.
✅ Dual Installation Flexibility: Supports both DIN-rail mounting and wall-mount installation for
easy deployment in control cabinets, electrical panels, and
industrial settings.
✅ Wide-Range Redundant Power Input: Accepts 12-58V DC dual power inputs with reverse polarity
protection, ensuring continuous operation in critical industrial
applications.
✅ Rugged Industrial Protection: IP40-rated dustproof and rugged high-strength metal enclosure
provides superior protection against mechanical impact, vibration,
and harsh environmental conditions.
✅ Extended Temperature Operation: Reliably operates in extreme temperatures from -40°C to 80°C,
suitable for outdoor, automotive, and heavy industrial
applications.
✅ Industrial-Grade Reliability: Designed with industry-standard components and protection
circuits to ensure long-term stability in demanding operating
environments.
Application Scenarios
Factory Automation Systems: Provides reliable connectivity for PLCs, HMIs, and industrial
controllers in manufacturing environments with IP40 protection
against dust and contaminants.
Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS): Deploys in traffic control cabinets, electronic toll collection
systems, and roadside monitoring equipment with wide-temperature
operation (-40°C to 80°C) and vibration resistance.
Outdoor Surveillance Networks: Supports IP cameras and security devices in perimeter protection
and remote monitoring applications with robust metal housing and
wide voltage input (12-58VDC).
Energy Infrastructure: Ideal for power substation automation, solar farm monitoring, and
wind power systems with redundant power inputs and industrial-grade
component reliability.
Building Management Systems: Integrates with access control, HVAC systems, and environmental
monitoring devices through flexible DIN-rail or wall mounting
options.
Vehicle and Mobile Applications: Suitable for railway onboard systems, marine vessels, and heavy
equipment with shock-resistant design and wide operating
temperature range.
Industrial IoT Deployments: Connects sensors, actuators, and monitoring devices in smart
agriculture, water treatment plants, and mining operations with
plug-and-play operation.
Technical Indexes
Ethernet |
Standards: | IEEE802.3 10BASE-T |
| IEEE802.3u 100BASE-TX |
| IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) |
| IEEE802.3x Flow Control |
Forward & Filtering Rate: | 14,880pps (10Mbps) |
| 148,800pps (100Mbps) |
Cabling | 10Base-T: Cat5 or above |
| 100Base-TX: Cat5 or above |
Maximum Distance | Cat5 UTP up to 100m |
Interface |
Connector: | 8 x RJ45 |
Environmental |
Operating Temperature: | -40°C to 80°C (-40°F to 176°F) |
Storage Temperature: | -40°C to 85°C (-40°F to 185°F) |
Relative Humidity: | 5% to 95% non-condensing |
MTBF | > 200,000 hrs |
Electrical and Mechanical |
Input Power: | 12~58VDC, Redundant Power (6-pin Terminal Block) |
Power Consumption: | 5W Max. |
Protection: |
Power Input Overload: | Automatic Resettable |
Reverse Polarity: | Present |
LED Indicators: |
Power: | Power1, Power2 Status |
Ethernet (Per Port): | Link/Activity |
Dimensions (WxDxH): | 150 x 115 x 50 mm |
Weight: | 0.6Kg |
Casing: | Aluminum Case |
Mounting Options: | DIN-Rail / Wall-mount |
Ordering Information
| Model | Description |
| LNK-IMC008 | Industrial 8-port 10/100BASE-T Ethernet Switch |
Mounting Options | ► Default DIN-Rail Bracket installed; Wall Mount Bracket is
included. |
| Power Options | ► 24W/1A 24VDC DIN-Rail Power Supply. Open Wire for Terminal Block. |
| ► Power Supply is to be purchased separately. |
Application Display Diagram
