Description

The ABSOLUTE 80026-173-23 MOX12-P3509 is a ruggedized Industrial Managed Ethernet Switch designed for mission-critical automation networks in extreme environments. As part of MOXA’s MOX12 series, this 12-port switch delivers deterministic communication with advanced cybersecurity features, enabling reliable data transfer between PLCs, HMIs, and field devices in harsh industrial settings. The MOX12-P3509 model features 8x 10/100Base-T(X) ports, 4x Gigabit combo ports (SFP/RJ45), and integrated ABSOLUTE 80026-173-23 hardened enclosure meeting IP40 protection. Its dual power inputs (24V DC or 110-240V AC) with 3 kV isolation ensure continuous operation during voltage fluctuations, while IEEE 1588 PTPv2 support enables microsecond-level synchronization for time-sensitive applications like motion control and power grid automation.

Engineered for Industry 4.0 readiness, the ABSOLUTE MOX12-P3509 supports OT protocols (Modbus TCP, PROFINET RT, EtherNet/IP) alongside IT standards (LLDP, VLAN, QoS), bridging IT/OT convergence without compromising determinism. The switch’s operating temperature range (–40°C to 75°C) and corrosion-resistant housing make it ideal for deployment in substations, rail transit, or offshore platforms where shock/vibration immunity is critical. Redundant ring protocols (MRP, RSTP) guarantee <20>

ABSOLUTE 80026-173-23 MOX12-P3509

Technical Specifications

Main Features and Advantages

Deterministic Industrial Networking: The MOX12-P3509 delivers <1>

Extreme Environment Resilience: Engineered for harsh conditions, the ABSOLUTE 80026-173-23 enclosure withstands 5g vibration (IEC 60068-2-6) and 50g shock. Wide-temperature components (–40°C to +75°C) ensure reliability in Arctic mining or desert solar farms without derating.

Cybersecurity Fortification: Multi-layered protection includes MAC/IP/port-based ACLs, 802.1X device authentication, and encrypted management (SSH/HTTPS). Unauthorized configuration changes trigger instant alerts via SNMPv3 traps.

Seamless Network Redundancy: Supports MRP (Media Redundancy Protocol) for <20>MOX12-P3509 integrates with PROFINET MRP and EtherNet/IP DLR rings for vendor-agnostic resilience.

Application Field

The ABSOLUTE MOX12-P3509 secures connectivity in infrastructure where network failure risks safety or revenue:

Power Utilities: Implements IEC 61850-3 compliant substation LANs for relay protection and SCADA communication, solving electromagnetic interference challenges in switchyards.

Transportation: Backbones signaling systems in rail tunnels (EN 50121-4 compliance), enabling real-time train control data via Gigabit fiber uplinks.

Oil & Gas: Networks subsea control modules on offshore platforms using fiber SFP ports, withstanding salt fog (ISO 9227) and Class I Div 2 hazards.

Factory Automation: Synchronizes robotic cells via PTPv2 in automotive plants, minimizing jitter for coordinated multi-axis motion.

Related Products

MOX12-124-P3509: 24-port variant with PoE+ support – Powers IP cameras/access points.

MOX12-8A-P3400: Unmanaged 8-port switch – Cost-effective for non-critical I/O.

ABSOLUTE 80026-170-21: DIN-rail UPS – Backup power for MOX12-P3509 during outages.

SFP-1G-SX-LC: 1.25Gbps multi-mode SFP module – Extends fiber connectivity.

MGate 5118-MB-EIP: Protocol gateway – Bridges Modbus RTU devices to MOX12-P3509 EtherNet/IP networks.

MOXA NPort 6150: Serial device server – Connects legacy RS-485 instruments to Ethernet.

ABSOLUTE 80026-173-23 MOX12-P3509

Installation and Maintenance

Pre-installation preparation: Verify DIN rail (EN 60715) grounding (<1>20 cm clearance). Configure IP addresses/VLANs via web GUI before deployment. For fiber ports, clean SFP connectors with IPA wipes.

Maintenance recommendations: Monitor switch temperature/logs via SNMP. Update firmware annually for security patches. Replace cooling fans every 5 years in high-dust environments. Validate PTP synchronization accuracy quarterly using packet analyzers.