Allen-Bradley 1783-RMS10T Stratix 8300 Layer 3 Managed Ethernet Switch

Product Overview

The Allen-Bradley 1783-RMS10T serves as a high-performance Layer 3 managed Ethernet switch within the Stratix 8300 family. This switch provides advanced routing capabilities, allowing it to bridge multiple subnets and manage complex data traffic across industrial automation networks. It functions as the primary backbone for integrated architecture, supporting seamless communication between cell zones and enterprise-level systems. We supply this unit in 100% Brand New condition, ensuring full factory performance for your critical networking infrastructure.

Technical Specifications

• Switch Type: Layer 3 Managed Ethernet Switch

• Total Ports: 10 Ports

• Inrush Current: 2 Amperes

• Power Dissipation: 15.7 Watts

• Insulation Voltage: 75 Volts

• Alarm Relay Rating: 30 Volts DC

• Operating Temperature: 0 to 60 °C (32 to 140 °F)

• North American Temp Code: T4

• Weight: 4.25 lbs (1.93 kg)

Engineering Advantages

The 1783-RMS10T addresses sophisticated networking requirements through integrated routing and industrial-grade hardening:

• High-Performance Layer 3 Routing: Unlike standard Layer 2 switches, this unit executes hardware-based routing between VLANs. This capability localizes traffic within specific zones, reducing network congestion and improving overall system determinism for high-speed motion or safety applications.

• Integrated Diagnostics via Alarm Relay: The onboard alarm relay triggers immediately upon detecting power loss or port link failures. This allows maintenance teams to integrate network health status directly into PLC alarm rungs, ensuring rapid response to communication disruptions.

• Robust Thermal Management: The switch operates reliably in temperatures up to 60 °C. The T4 temperature rating ensures safe operation in hazardous industrial environments where heat accumulation typically degrades commercial-grade networking hardware.

• Advanced Traffic Prioritization: The managed firmware supports Quality of Service (QoS) and IGMP snooping. These features prioritize critical EtherNet/IP control traffic over standard data, preventing video streams or large file transfers from interfering with real-time machine control.

FAQs

• What is the primary difference between the Stratix 8300 and Stratix 8000?

  The Stratix 8300 (1783-RMS series) includes Layer 3 routing capabilities, whereas the Stratix 8000 series operates primarily at Layer 2. Use the 1783-RMS10T if your network architecture requires routing between different IP subnets without an external router.

• Is this a Brand New original product?

  Yes. We guarantee this 1783-RMS10T is 100% Brand New in its original factory packaging. Using new networking hardware ensures that the internal memory and processors meet original timing specifications and reliability standards.

• How do I manage the 2A inrush current during system power-up?

  Size your 24V DC power supply to accommodate the 2.0 Amp initial surge. We recommend using a dedicated industrial power supply with a high peak-current rating to prevent voltage drops that could cause the switch to cycle during the boot process.

• Does this switch support configuration backups?

  Yes. The switch typically utilizes a CompactFlash card to store the operating system and configuration files. This allows for rapid "plug-and-play" replacement; simply move the card to a new module to restore all settings instantly.