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An Introduction to Industrial Ethernet Connection Systems

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Unlike traditional office settings, Ethernet has spread into environments where protection from noise, solids, liquids and even gases is of concern. Manufacturing equipment and automated test environments are just some of the more common areas where standard RJ45 based connectors do not offer protection from these sources of contamination. Conditions in these environments warrant the use of industrial grade connectors and connection systems. The primary evolution involves encasing or shrouding the standard RJ45 in either a plastic or metal housing, depending on the application and required durability.

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