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Network Media

Network Media includes connectivity devices for industrial networks including Ethernet, ControlNet™ and DeviceNet™. Devices include spools of raw cable, patchcords, cordsets, and a full line of accessories. Our network media components help ensure network performance while simplifying construction of your architecture.

ControlNet

ControlNet Network Media Connection Devices

ControlNet™ Network Media and connection devices provide flexibility when designing your network. ControlNet coax cable is a low-loss, RG-6 quad-shield coaxial cable for typical installations. ControlNet fiber media lets you extend a segment of your network, provides immunity to electromagnetic interference (EMI), and allows installation in a hazardous location. We offer a variety of connectors, taps, terminators, repeaters, and tools for coax and fiber systems. Choose the cable type based on the application and or environment where your system is being installed.

DeviceNet

DeviceNet Network Media Connection Devices

DeviceNet™ Media includes thick and thin round or flat cable. Round cable, generally used for trunk cable, is available in bulk spools or pre-molded cordsets or patchcords. KwikLink™ flat media systems provide a simple modular cabling method using a flat four-wire trunk cable with Insulation Displacement Connectors (IDCs) that lessen your installation time and materials cost.

Ethernet

Ethernet Network Media

We offer a complete portfolio of industrial-grade Ethernet physical media, including M12 Connectivity, industry standard Variant 1 Connectivity, and RJ45 Connectivity products. Our Ethernet media is specifically designed for use in harsh industrial environments, combining a specially-designed cable with rugged connector construction to ensure network integrity and performance.

Network MediaChecker

Bulletin 1788-MCHKR Network MediaChecker

Bulletin 1788 Network MediaChecker analyzes your industrial communication network’s physical media. It works with all Allen-Bradley® NetLinx-based networks, including DeviceNet™, ControlNet™, Ethernet and EtherNet/IP™, as well as Data Highway Plus™ and Remote I/O networks. The Network MediaChecker quickly and easily detects common problems such as opens, shorts, miswired connectors, and missing network terminations.