What is the difference between industrial switch and general switch

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Generally speaking, there is not much difference between industrial switch and ordinary switch. There are two-tier switch and three-tier switch. But in the product design of industrial switch, its design requirements and the selection of parts are required. The difference between industrial switch and ordinary switch in performance is mainly reflected in the different parameters to adapt to the external environment. Industrial environment in addition to many, such as: coal mines, ships and other particularly harsh environment, but also in EMI (electromagnetic compatibility), temperature, humidity and dust and other aspects of the environment has special requirements. Among them, the influence of temperature on industrial network equipment is the most extensive.
Components:
The selection of industrial Ethernet switch components requires higher requirements, which can better adapt to the needs of industrial production site.
Mechanical environment:
Industrial Ethernet switch can better adapt to the harsh mechanical environment, including vibration resistance, impact resistance, corrosion resistance, dust prevention, waterproof and so on.
Heat dissipation mode:
Industrial Ethernet switches generally use fanless shell for heat dissipation, while ordinary switches use fan for heat dissipation.
Power supply design:
The general switch is basically a single power supply, while the industrial switch power supply is generally a dual power supply, mutual backup.
Climate and environment:
Industrial Ethernet switch can better adapt to the poor climate environment, including temperature, humidity and so on.
Electromagnetic environment:
Industrial Ethernet switch has strong anti electromagnetic interference ability.
Working voltage:
The working voltage range of industrial Ethernet switch is wide, while the common switch requires higher voltage.
Installation method:
Industrial Ethernet switches can be installed in DIN rail, rack and other ways, while ordinary switches are generally installed in rack and desktop ways.
Through the explanation, I believe you have a certain understanding of the difference