Single Pair Ethernet

Single Pair Ethernet Helps to Future-Proof Fieldbus Infrastructure

Single Pair Ethernet is an evolution of Ethernet technology that will revolutionize data accessibility and device control in building and industrial automation applications. Building on the ubiquity of Ethernet for communications, Single Pair Ethernet can replace legacy serial controls, delivering more bandwidth at a greater distance, plus power to enable digital transformation. An ideal interface, it supports legacy technologies while enabling migration to the future.

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Evolving Building and Industrial Fieldbus to a Unified Ethernet Infrastructure

Single Pair Ethernet (SPE) standards allow Ethernet communication and powering over a single twisted pair of conductors – which is expected to replace serial and analog communications in operational equipment. Experts believe this transition from traditional fieldbus to SPE will happen over the next 5-10 years. In this paper, learn how property owners and developers can begin to prepare for that transition today using SPE infrastructure to support legacy applications.

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Smart Building

Connect automated technologies to IP networks in facilities with structured cabling solutions.

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Enterprise Networks

Comprehensive enterprise network solutions provide robust and reliable network performance to connect people, information, and technology.

Industrial Networks

Design and deploy a network infrastructure on the plant floor to enable information sharing and real-time decision making.

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Food and Beverage

Deploy a physical infrastructure to maximize productivity and reduce downtime while ensuring consumer safety.

Warehouse Automation

Design an infrastructure foundation that supports efficiencies in product fulfillment, distribution, and warehousing.

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Single Pair Ethernet for OT Infographic

Single Pair Ethernet’s role in OT has been developing, with broad support from standards bodies.

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SPE Connector Clarity White Paper

Discover why the IEC 63171 Type 1 connector is the SPE connector of choice for IP20 applications

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Single Pair Ethernet: Your Last Fieldbus Technical Brief

See why Single Pair Ethernet is the last fieldbus you will need in OT applications.

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Single Pair Ethernet as Data Transport for OT Networks

Learn how an Ethernet architecture simplifies system implementation and how SPE can deliver seamless Ethernet to the edge.

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Single Pair Ethernet and Operational Technology Networks

SPE is capable of some unique things that make it possible to bring Ethernet to the edge of OT networks.

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Networking the Edge for the Age of Digitalization with SPE Article

Learn how Single Pair Ethernet, a new physical layer technology, will collect, move, and use data in OT and IoT applications.

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Single Pair Power over Ethernet

Single Pair Ethernet and Single Pair Power over Ethernet combine to enable data and power at reaches of up to one kilometer.

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Webinar: Simplify Building and Industrial Automation

Single Pair Ethernet is viewed as the enabling technology that standardizes industrial control networks and digital buildings onto one Ethernet protocol.

SP1-1000 Single Pair Ethernet Type 1 Shielded Connector

The Type 1 SPE connector provides simple field termination to 18 AWG one-pair shielded copper cable, and is compliant with ANSI/TIA and IEC Standards.

Coming Soon! Industrial M8 Single Pair Ethernet Field Terminable Plug

Simple termination for Single Pair Ethernet industrial applications, with optimal performance in high-noise environments.

Industrial Single Pair Ethernet Shielded Copper Cable

Reliable, high-performance shielded single pair copper cable is an integral part of the Single Pair Ethernet channel.

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Single Pair Ethernet: Transform Communications for Building and Industrial Automation