A new cabling system for the construction of optical networks is extending the product range of the Siemens Industry Automation Division. The fiber optic lucent connector (FO LC) cabling system consists of single-mode and multi-mode cables as well as LCs and supplements the Simatic Net portfolio. The multi-mode cables, consisting of two glass fibers, can span distances of up to four kilometers. Single-mode cables, on the other hand, consist of four fibers, enabling two device connections to be established in one cable. They achieve ranges of up to 26 kilometers. The new cabling system also comprises special duplex connectors for the parallel use of both multi-mode and single-mode cables.
P/PN and D455-2 DP/PN versions the performance range has now been extended upwards. Compared to the previous generation, the maximum quantity structure has been doubled to 128 axes and the memory capacity expanded. This has increased the PLC and motion control performance by a factor of 3.
The LC format is characterized by a compact design and is widely used for the plug-in connections of fiber-optic cables (FOC). The LC format is supported, among others, by numerous Scalance components, such as the Industrial Ethernet Switches X308-2M, XR-300 and X-300EEC. The Simatic Net cables feature a robust, industry-standard 900-micrometer core construction.
Further information can be found on the Internet at: www.siemens.com/fastconnect
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The Siemens Industry Sector (Erlangen, Germany) is the worldwide leading supplier of environmentally friendly production, transportation, building and lighting technologies. With integrated automation technologies and comprehensive industry-specific solutions, Siemens increases the productivity, efficiency and flexibility of its customers in the fields of industry and infrastructure. The Sector consists of six divisions: Building Technologies, Drive Technologies, Industry Automation, Industry Solutions, Mobility and Osram. With around 207,000 employees worldwide (September 30), Siemens Industry achieved in fiscal year 2009 total sales of approximately €35 billion. www.siemens.com/industry
The Siemens Industry Automation Division (Nuremberg, Germany) is a global leader in the fields of automation systems, industrial controls and industrial software. Its portfolio ranges from standard products for the manufacturing and process industries to solutions for whole industrial sectors that encompass the automation of entire automobile production facilities and chemical plants. As a leading software supplier, Industry Automation optimizes the entire value added chain of manufacturers – from product design and development to production, sales and a wide range of maintenance services. With around 39,000 employees worldwide (September 30), Siemens Industry Automation achieved sales of €7.0 billion in fiscal year 2009. www.siemens.com/industryautomation
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