INSYS EBW-E100 Industrial Ethernet Router for Automation and Control Networks

Product Overview

The INSYS EBW-E100 is an industrial Ethernet router and switch designed for use in automation and telecontrol systems. It provides reliable data communication between PLCs, HMIs, drives, and SCADA systems over standard Ethernet networks. The device is suitable for both DIN rail mounting and standalone operation in control cabinets. The EBW-E100 features multiple Ethernet ports and supports routing functions such as NAT, port forwarding, and VLAN, enabling secure network segmentation. It is built to withstand industrial environments with extended temperature range, vibration resistance, and electrical noise immunity.

Key Features of EBW-E100

The EBW-E100 typically includes 5 or 8 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports (auto-MDI/X) and one uplink port. It supports store-and-forward switching and full/half duplex operation. The router function includes IP routing between different subnets, DHCP server/client, and firewall capabilities. The device can be configured via a web interface, Telnet, or SNMP. It also supports Quality of Service (QoS) for prioritizing real-time automation traffic such as PROFINET or EtherNet/IP.

The EBW-E100 is powered by 24 V DC (18-32 V) with reverse polarity protection and is rated for operation from -40°C to +75°C. It has a rugged metal housing with IP30 protection. LED indicators provide status for power, link/activity, and error. The device supports redundant power inputs and alarm relay contacts for failure notification. It complies with IEC 61000-6-2 for industrial immunity and IEC 61000-6-4 for emissions.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: INSYS (INSYS icom)

• Part Number: EBW-E100

• Product Type: Industrial Ethernet Router / Switch

• Number of Ports: 5 or 8 x 10/100Base-T(X) (auto-sensing)

• Protocols: TCP/IP, UDP, ICMP, ARP, DHCP, NAT, VLAN, QoS

• Routing: Static routing, NAT, port forwarding

• Management: Web interface, Telnet, SNMP v1/v2c

• Power Supply: 24 V DC (18-32 V), redundant inputs

• Power Consumption: < 5 W

• Alarm Output: Relay contact (1A @ 30V DC)

• Operating Temperature: -40 to +75 °C

• Storage Temperature: -40 to +85 °C

• Degree of Protection: IP30 (metal housing)

• Mounting: DIN rail (35 mm)

• Certifications: CE, FCC, UL (pending)

Functional Description

The EBW-E100 connects multiple Ethernet devices within a control cell and can route traffic between different IP subnets. For example, it can separate the automation network (192.168.1.x) from the corporate IT network (10.0.0.x) using NAT. The switch portion forwards frames based on MAC addresses at wire speed. The device also functions as a DHCP server to assign IP addresses to connected PLCs or HMIs. The alarm relay can be triggered by link loss on any port or power failure, notifying a central monitoring system.

Applications

This router is used in industrial automation networks where network segmentation is required for security or performance. Typical applications include distributed control systems, remote I/O networks, and connecting legacy equipment to modern Ethernet infrastructures.