MOXA EDS-518E-4GTXSFP-T – 16-Port Layer 2 Managed Industrial Ethernet Switch | EDS-500E Series
Engineering Background
The EDS-518E-4GTXSFP-T is part of MOXA’s flagship EDS-500E series, engineered specifically for mission-critical industrial network infrastructure. Designed to meet the rigorous demands of power substations, oil & gas pipelines, railway signaling, and factory automation, this switch delivers carrier-grade reliability in harsh environments where commercial-grade equipment fails.
Product Positioning
As a procurement engineer sourcing Layer 2 managed switches for IEC 61850 substations, PROFINET rings, or redundant SCADA backbones, the EDS-518E-4GTXSFP-T provides the deterministic latency, fiber flexibility, and extended temperature tolerance required for Tier-1 industrial deployments. Konmask.com supplies this unit with full traceability and pre-shipment verification.
Complete Technical Specifications
- Model: EDS-518E-4GTXSFP-T
- Series: EDS-500E (MOXA Industrial Managed Ethernet Switch)
- Total Ports: 18 (14 × 10/100BaseT(X) RJ45 + 4 × 10/100/1000BaseT(X) or 100/1000BaseSFP combo)
- SFP Slots: 4 × Gigabit combo ports (SFP or RJ45)
- Switching Capacity: 7.2 Gbps
- Forwarding Rate: 5.36 Mpps
- MAC Address Table: 8,192 entries
- Redundancy Protocols: Turbo Ring v1/v2, Turbo Chain, RSTP (IEEE 802.1w), STP (IEEE 802.1D), MSTP (IEEE 802.1s)
- Recovery Time: <20 ms (Turbo Ring)
- VLAN: IEEE 802.1Q, up to 256 VLANs
- QoS: IEEE 802.1p, 4 priority queues, WRR/SP scheduling
- IGMP Snooping: v1/v2/v3
- Security: IEEE 802.1X, RADIUS, Port Lock, IP-MAC Binding, HTTPS/SSH
- Management: Web GUI, Telnet, SNMP v1/v2c/v3, RMON, MXview, MXconfig
- Operating Temperature: -40°C to 75°C (T-grade)
- Storage Temperature: -40°C to 85°C
- Humidity: 5% to 95% RH (non-condensing)
- Power Input: 12–48 VDC / 24 VAC (dual redundant inputs)
- Power Consumption: Max 19.1 W
- Mounting: DIN-Rail / Wall-mount
- Dimensions: 78.4 × 135 × 105 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight: 1,630 g
- Protection: IP30
- Certifications: CE, FCC, UL 508, IEC 61850-3, IEEE 1613, ATEX Zone 2, DNV GL
- MTBF: 571,428 hours (MIL-HDBK-217F)
Proven Application Environments
- Power Substations: IEC 61850-3 and IEEE 1613 certified for substation automation networks (SANs), supporting GOOSE messaging and time-sensitive protection relays.
- Oil & Gas: ATEX Zone 2 rated for hazardous area deployment in upstream/downstream pipeline SCADA systems.
- Railway & Transit: EN 50155 compatible for onboard and wayside Ethernet backbones in rolling stock and signaling infrastructure.
- Factory Automation: Turbo Ring <20 ms recovery ensures zero-disruption PROFINET and EtherNet/IP ring topologies on the plant floor.
- Water & Wastewater: Extended temperature and IP30 enclosure support outdoor RTU cabinet installations.
- Maritime: DNV GL type approval for vessel automation and navigation networks.
Engineering Advantages
- Sub-20 ms Ring Recovery: MOXA Turbo Ring v2 achieves <20 ms failover — critical for protection relay coordination in IEC 61850 environments.
- 4 × Gigabit SFP Combo Ports: Flexible fiber/copper uplinks support single-mode, multi-mode, and WDM SFP modules for long-distance backbone integration.
- -40°C to 75°C Operation: T-grade rating eliminates the need for enclosure heating in extreme cold climates, reducing CapEx and maintenance overhead.
- Dual Redundant Power Inputs: 12–48 VDC / 24 VAC dual inputs with relay alarm output ensure continuous operation during PSU failure.
- Comprehensive Security Stack: IEEE 802.1X port authentication, IP-MAC binding, HTTPS/SSH management, and RADIUS integration meet ICS cybersecurity baseline requirements.
- MXview Integration: Native support for MOXA MXview network management software enables topology visualization, event logging, and proactive fault detection across the entire EDS-500E fleet.
System Architecture & Signal Flow
The EDS-518E-4GTXSFP-T operates as a Layer 2 forwarding node within a hierarchical industrial network. Typical deployment positions this switch at the field level or process level of a Purdue Model architecture:
- Uplink (Backbone): 4 × Gigabit SFP combo ports connect to Level 2/3 core switches or SCADA servers via fiber ring (Turbo Ring / RSTP).
- Downlink (Field Devices): 14 × 100M RJ45 ports connect PLCs, RTUs, IEDs, HMIs, IP cameras, and field instruments.
- Redundancy Path: Turbo Ring v2 provides a self-healing ring with <20 ms recovery; RSTP/MSTP available for multi-vendor interoperability.
- Management Plane: Out-of-band SNMP v3 / HTTPS management via dedicated VLAN; RMON for traffic statistics and threshold alerting.
- Time Synchronization: IEEE 1588 PTPv2 and SNTP support for time-stamped event logging and protection relay coordination.
Sourcing & Quality Verification
Konmask.com sources the EDS-518E-4GTXSFP-T through authorized industrial distribution channels with full supply chain traceability. Every unit undergoes the following pre-shipment verification protocol:
- ✅ Authenticity Check: Serial number verification against MOXA’s official product database.
- ✅ Firmware Validation: Factory firmware version confirmed; latest stable release available upon request.
- ✅ Physical Inspection: Port integrity, label accuracy, DIN-rail clip, and SFP cage inspection.
- ✅ Power-On Test: Boot sequence, management interface access, and port link verification.
- ✅ Documentation Package: CE/FCC/UL declaration of conformity, datasheet, and quick installation guide included.
Procurement Process
- Submit RFQ: Contact support@konmask.com with your BOM quantity and delivery timeline.
- Quotation & Lead Time: We respond within 1 business day with pricing, availability, and estimated ship date.
- Order Confirmation: Purchase order accepted via email; proforma invoice issued for payment processing.
- Quality Verification: Pre-shipment inspection completed; photos/test report provided upon request.
- Shipping: DHL / FedEx / UPS express worldwide; sea freight available for bulk orders. Export documentation (commercial invoice, packing list, CO) included.
- After-Sales Support: 12-month warranty; technical support via email and WhatsApp (+0086 19859288691).
Technical FAQ
Q: Is the EDS-518E-4GTXSFP-T compatible with third-party SFP modules?
A: MOXA recommends using MOXA-branded SFP modules for guaranteed compatibility and warranty coverage. Third-party SFPs may function but are not officially supported.
Q: What is the difference between EDS-518E-4GTXSFP and EDS-518E-4GTXSFP-T?
A: The “-T” suffix denotes the extended temperature variant (-40°C to 75°C). The standard model operates at 0°C to 60°C. For outdoor or unheated cabinet installations, always specify the T-grade.
Q: Does this switch support IEC 61850 GOOSE messaging?
A: Yes. The EDS-518E-4GTXSFP-T is IEC 61850-3 certified and supports the low-latency, high-priority multicast forwarding required for GOOSE and GSSE messages in substation automation.
Q: Can I stack multiple EDS-518E units in a Turbo Ring?
A: Yes. Up to 250 switches can be connected in a single Turbo Ring v2 topology with <20 ms recovery time maintained across the entire ring.
Q: What SFP modules are recommended for long-distance fiber uplinks?
A: For distances up to 40 km, MOXA SFP-1GLXLC (single-mode, 1310 nm) is recommended. For 80 km, use SFP-1GZXLC. Contact Konmask.com for SFP bundle pricing.
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