Description
Cisco IE-3400H-16FT-A – Heavy‑Duty Industrial Ethernet Switch for Harsh, Space‑Constrained Environments
The Cisco IE-3400H-16FT-A is a sealed, heavy‑duty industrial Ethernet switch designed for outdoor and wash‑down areas where dust, moisture, and vibration usually kill standard gear. From my experience, the IE‑3400H family shines when you need reliable connectivity on the factory floor, in rail/roadside cabinets, or near automated machinery — places where an IP67 enclosure, M12 connectors, and fanless design typically make the difference between steady uptime and repeated field service calls.
Company’s Order Placement Process and Guarantees
- Warranty: 365 days
- Lead time: 1 week for in‑stock; no more than 1 month at the latest
- Payment: 50% advance payment; full payment before delivery
- Express: FedEx, UPS, DHL
Key Features
- Rugged IP67 enclosure – Sealed against dust and water jets; ideal for outdoor or wash‑down zones without a control cabinet.
- M12 industrial connectors – Secure vibration‑resistant cabling; you might notice fewer accidental disconnects in mobile or high‑shock areas.
- 16-port Fast Ethernet (non‑PoE) – Copper M12 ports for reliable 10/100BASE‑TX field connectivity; perfect for PLCs, HMIs, and sensors that don’t need PoE.
- Cisco IOS XE – Familiar, secure switching with Layer 2 features and optional Layer 3 capabilities via licensing; simplifies standardization with existing Cisco networks.
- Industrial timing and resiliency – Support for PTP (IEEE 1588v2), STP/MSTP/RPVST+, and ring topologies such as REP helps keep lines running even if a link drops.
- Security at the edge – 802.1X, TACACS+/RADIUS, DHCP Snooping, and ACLs protect I/O networks from accidental or malicious miswiring.
- Fanless, wide temperature operation – Typically -40 to +75°C; handles heat, cold, and dust without moving parts.
A maintenance lead at a beverage plant told me the switch “just keeps going” in a sticky, high‑humidity filler area. The M12 terminations seemed to be the quiet hero—no more loose field connectors during CIP cycles.
Technical Specifications
| Brand / Model | Cisco IE-3400H-16FT-A (Heavy‑Duty Industrial Ethernet Switch) |
| HS Code | 8517.62.00 (Switching and routing apparatus) |
| Port Configuration | 16 × 10/100BASE‑TX copper, M12 (non‑PoE) |
| Ingress Protection | IP67 sealed enclosure; vibration‑resistant M12 connectors |
| Power Requirements | Dual redundant DC inputs, typically 9.6–60 VDC (polarity‑protected) |
| Operating Temperature | Typically -40°C to +75°C (fanless) |
| Software / OS | Cisco IOS XE; Layer 2 with optional Layer 3 (license dependent) |
| Management & Security | Web UI, CLI, SNMPv3; 802.1X, ACLs, DHCP Snooping, RADIUS/TACACS+ |
| Industrial Timing | IEEE 1588v2 PTP support (profile availability may vary by license) |
| Installation Method | Panel / wall mount; field wiring via M12 connectors |
| Regulatory Suffix “-A” | North America regulatory domain variant |
Related or Supporting Products
- Cisco IE-3400H-8FT-A – Similar IP67 heavy‑duty switch with fewer Fast Ethernet ports; good when cabinet space is tight and 8 ports are enough.
- Cisco IE-3400H-8GT-A – Heavy‑duty model with Gigabit M12 ports for higher bandwidth devices and uplinks.
- Cisco IE-3300-8T2S-E – DIN‑rail alternative (non‑sealed) for cabinet installations; SFP uplinks and modular options.
- SFP modules (GLC-SX-MMD, GLC-LH-SMD, SFP-GE-T) – For IE3x00 variants with SFP/Uplink options; select industrial‑temp versions where required.
- Industrial M12 cables and adapters – D‑coded M12 patch cords for 10/100BASE‑TX; improves strain relief and environmental sealing.
- 24–48 VDC industrial power supplies – DIN‑rail supplies with dual outputs for redundant feeds to the switch.
Installation & Maintenance
- Mounting – Panel/wall mount on a rigid surface; avoid torsion on M12 connectors. Leave service clearance for cabling and labeling.
- Power & wiring – Use dual DC feeds where possible (separate breakers). For field cabling, use shielded industrial M12 (D‑coded) leads and proper IP67 caps on unused ports.
- Environmental – Unit is sealed, but ambient temperature should stay within the specified industrial range. Ensure no direct high‑pressure steam jets at the vent plugs.
- Network design – Enable ring redundancy (e.g., REP) and time sync (PTP) only where needed to keep configurations simple and deterministic.
- Routine checks – Periodically inspect connector gaskets, retighten M12 couplers to torque spec, review logs for link flaps, and back up the running config.
- Firmware – Keep Cisco IOS XE at a recommended long‑lived release. In many cases, staged upgrades during planned downtime avoid surprise failovers.
- Calibration/cleaning – No calibration required; lightly clean the enclosure and connectors, avoiding solvents that degrade seals.
Quality & Certifications
- Certifications – CE, UL, RoHS compliant (typical for Cisco IE series; exact markings depend on SKU/region).
- Manufacturer’s policy – Cisco provides a limited hardware warranty (commonly 5‑year on industrial switches; verify for this exact SKU and region).
- Our coverage – 365‑day warranty as stated above, with rapid replacement support.
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