Siemens 6GK5324-0GG00-1AR2 – 24-Port Managed Layer 2 Industrial Ethernet Switch | SCALANCE XR324-4M EEC
Engineering Background: The SCALANCE XR324-4M EEC is part of Siemens’ flagship SCALANCE X-300 series, engineered for mission-critical industrial network infrastructure. Designed to IEC 61850 and PROFINET standards, this switch delivers deterministic Ethernet performance in harsh plant environments where standard commercial switches fail.
Product Positioning: Targeted at automation engineers and system integrators requiring a rack-mountable, fully managed Layer 2 switch for process control, power distribution, and factory automation backbones. The 6GK5324-0GG00-1AR2 variant features extended environmental compliance (EEC) for operation in demanding temperature and EMC conditions.
Complete Technical Specifications
- Part Number / SKU: 6GK5324-0GG00-1AR2
- Product Family: SCALANCE XR324-4M EEC
- Series: SCALANCE X-300
- Switch Type: Managed Layer 2 Industrial Ethernet Switch
- Total Ports: 24 × RJ45 (10/100/1000 Mbps) + 4 × SFP combo slots
- Switching Capacity: Non-blocking store-and-forward architecture
- Protocols Supported: PROFINET, PROFINET IRT, RSTP, MRP, VLAN (IEEE 802.1Q), QoS (IEEE 802.1p), IGMP Snooping, SNMP v1/v2c/v3, LLDP
- Redundancy: MRP (Media Redundancy Protocol), RSTP, HSR/PRP ready
- Management: Web-based GUI, CLI (Telnet/SSH), SNMP, PROFINET IO Device
- Power Supply: 24–60 V DC (redundant input)
- Power Consumption: Max. 35 W
- Operating Temperature: -40 °C to +70 °C (EEC extended range)
- Storage Temperature: -40 °C to +85 °C
- Relative Humidity: 5–95% (non-condensing)
- Protection Class: IP20
- Mounting: 19-inch rack, 1U
- Dimensions (W×H×D): 440 × 44 × 210 mm
- Weight: Approx. 5.5 kg
- Certifications: CE, UL, cUL, ATEX Zone 2, IECEx, GL, DNV, PROFINET Certified
- Country of Origin: Germany
- MLFB / Order Number: 6GK5324-0GG00-1AR2
Proven Application Environments
- Process automation and DCS backbone networks (oil & gas, chemical, water treatment)
- Power substation automation (IEC 61850 GOOSE messaging)
- Automotive and discrete manufacturing PROFINET rings
- Railway and transportation control systems
- Offshore and marine installations (DNV/GL certified)
- Building automation and smart grid infrastructure
Engineering Advantages
- EEC Extended Environmental Compliance: Operates reliably from -40 °C to +70 °C — no derating required at temperature extremes.
- PROFINET IRT Support: Enables isochronous real-time communication with sub-millisecond cycle times for motion control applications.
- MRP Ring Redundancy: Network recovery in <200 ms, ensuring zero-downtime failover for critical control loops.
- Dual Redundant Power Input: 24–60 V DC with independent feeds eliminates single-point power failure.
- Rack-Mount Form Factor: Standard 19-inch 1U chassis integrates directly into control room and MCC panel racks.
- SIMATIC NET Integration: Native STEP 7 / TIA Portal engineering with automatic topology detection and diagnostics.
System Architecture & Signal Flow
The 6GK5324-0GG00-1AR2 operates as a central aggregation switch in a star or ring topology. Field-level devices (PLCs, drives, I/O modules) connect via RJ45 ports at 10/100/1000 Mbps. Uplinks to the control-room backbone or SCADA servers use the 4 × SFP combo ports for fiber or copper Gigabit connections. PROFINET IO Controller traffic is prioritized via IEEE 802.1p QoS queuing, while IGMP Snooping confines multicast streams to relevant segments. MRP ring closure provides <200 ms recovery on any single link failure, maintaining PLC-to-HMI communication continuity.
Sourcing & Quality Verification
- All units sourced through authorized Siemens distribution channels or verified secondary market with full traceability.
- Each unit undergoes incoming inspection: visual check, power-on self-test, firmware version verification, and port-level connectivity test.
- Original Siemens packaging, labels, and documentation preserved where available.
- Counterfeit-risk screening applied per IDEA-STD-1010 guidelines.
- Certificate of Conformance (CoC) available upon request.
Procurement Process
- Inquiry: Submit your BOM or part number to support@konmask.com for availability and lead-time confirmation.
- Quotation: Receive a formal quotation within 1 business day including unit price, quantity, and shipping options.
- Order Confirmation: Place order via this product page or via PO to our sales team.
- Inspection & Dispatch: Units inspected, packed, and dispatched with tracking within 2–5 business days.
- After-Sales Support: 12-month warranty on all stocked units; technical support available via email and phone.
Technical FAQ
Q: Is the 6GK5324-0GG00-1AR2 compatible with SIMATIC S7-300/S7-400/S7-1500 PLCs?
A: Yes. It is fully PROFINET-certified and integrates natively with all SIMATIC S7 generations via TIA Portal or STEP 7.
Q: What is the difference between the standard XR324-4M and the EEC variant?
A: The EEC (Extended Environmental Compliance) variant supports a wider operating temperature range (-40 °C to +70 °C vs. 0 °C to +60 °C) and enhanced EMC immunity, suitable for outdoor cabinets and harsh industrial zones.
Q: Can this switch support fiber uplinks?
A: Yes. The 4 × SFP combo ports accept standard SFP modules for single-mode or multi-mode fiber, enabling long-distance backbone connections.
Q: Does it support VLAN segmentation for OT/IT convergence?
A: Yes. IEEE 802.1Q VLAN with up to 256 VLAN IDs is supported, enabling secure OT/IT network segmentation.
Q: What redundant power supply voltage is required?
A: The switch accepts 24–60 V DC on two independent inputs. Standard 24 V DC industrial PSUs are compatible.
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