{"product_id":"siemens-6gk5101-1bb00-2aa3-industrial-ethernet-scalance-x101-1-media-converter","title":"Siemens 6GK5101-1BB00-2AA3 Industrial Ethernet SCALANCE X101-1 Media Converter","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"\"\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThe Siemens 6GK5101-1BB00-2AA3 is a high-grade SCALANCE X series unmanaged media converter engineered for the seamless transition between electrical and optical Industrial Ethernet networks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis device serves as a critical bridge,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003econverting 10\/100 Mbit\/s copper signals (RJ45) into 100 Mbit\/s fiber optic signals via a multimode BFOC (ST) interface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBy utilizing fiber optics,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethis module facilitates secure data transmission over distances up to 5 kilometers,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eeffectively bypassing the electromagnetic interference (EMI) often found in heavy industrial environments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIt is a plug-and-play solution designed for high availability in decentralized automation architectures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\"\u003eFunctional Engineering and Hardware Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThe following data outlines the mechanical and electrical architecture of the 6GK5101-1BB00-2AA3 converter:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"\"\u003eNetwork Ports:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e1x 10\/100 Mbit\/s RJ45 port and 1x 100 Mbit\/s Multimode BFOC port.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"\"\u003ePower Supply:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRedundant 24V DC input terminal for fail-safe operation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"\"\u003eDiagnostics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIntegrated LED array for link status,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003epower monitoring,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand data traffic; includes a signaling contact for remote fault reporting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"\"\u003eCable Security:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEquipped with PROFINET-compliant securing collars to ensure vibration-proof connections.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"\"\u003eConfiguration:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eManual \"Set\" pushbutton for straightforward commissioning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"\"\u003ePhysical Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e0.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e95 kg.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e2.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e5 cm x 5.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e1 cm x 83.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e8 cm (Long-form factor for specialized rail integration).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eGermany.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"\"\u003eProtection Rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIP20 ruggedized housing for cabinet installation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\"\u003eIndustrial Networking Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThis media converter is primarily deployed in large-scale industrial facilities where Ethernet segments must span distances exceeding the 100-meter limit of standard copper cabling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIt is a staple in water treatment plants,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emining operations,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand expansive manufacturing floors where long-range connectivity is required between the central control room and remote I\/O stations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBecause the 6GK5101-1BB00-2AA3 utilizes fiber optic technology,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eit is exceptionally well-suited for high-interference zones,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esuch as those near high-voltage frequency converters or large motor starters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIts redundant power capability and signaling contact make it an essential component for mission-critical infrastructure where network downtime must be proactively prevented through remote monitoring and hardware backup.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Siemens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45519016525997,"sku":"6GK5101-1BB00-2AA3","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/1613\/9181\/files\/siemens-6gk5101-1bb00-2aa3-media-converter-33ku32eislp.jpg?v=1766984760","url":"https:\/\/www.maxwellplc.com\/products\/siemens-6gk5101-1bb00-2aa3-industrial-ethernet-scalance-x101-1-media-converter","provider":"Maxwell PLC Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}