RUGGEDCOM RX1500 family

Ideally suited for electric, industrial plant floor, rail and traffic control applications

The RUGGEDCOM RX1500 family of modular Layer 2 and Layer 3 switches and routers offers WAN, serial or Ethernet connectivity options.

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Overview

Rugged communications for harsh environments

Designed for and put to the test under the harshest environments, RUGGEDCOM products meet and exceed recognized industry standards for performance in mission-critical applications.
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Proven reliability

When it comes to RUGGEDCOM products: Siemens conducts Highly Accelerated Life Testing (HALT) in the early stages of product development to detect any design or performance issues as well as Highly Accelerated Stress Screening (HASS) later to ensure that customers get orders free of manufacturing errors and random defects. RUGGEDCOM products are thus able to provide reliable and error-free operation in harsh industrial environments. 

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High immunity

The proliferation of IP networking technology in real-time, mission critical control applications requires a level of immunity to electromagnetic interference (EMI) beyond what is currently delivered by commercial grade networking products. Technology used in RUGGEDCOM products is able to withstand all EMI type tests required by IEC 61850-3 without any communications loss or delays. Products with this technology also qualify as IEEE 1613 class 2 error-free devices. This innovation – known as Zero Packet Loss™ technology – is designed to provide the same level of EMI immunity as protective relaying devices.

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Trusted security

RUGGEDCOM products do not just offer immunity against electromagnetic interference, they also come with a variety of advanced cybersecurity features. These include multilevel user passwords, SSH/SSL (128-bit encryption), enable/disable ports, MAC-based port security, VLAN (802.1Q) to segregate and secure network traffic, RADIUS centralized password management, as well as SNMPv3 authentication and 56-bit encryption. 

RUGGEDCOM RX1500 & RX1501

Certified for electric power, rail and transportation industries

The RUGGEDCOM RX1500 series is a cost-efficient utility-grade Layer 2 and Layer 3 switch and router.

With an IP30 degree of protection, these products do not use internal fans for cooling and support a wide temperature range of -40° C to +85° C. Their modular and field replaceable platform lets customers select from WAN, serial and Ethernet options – making them ideally suited for power utilities, the industrial plant floor, and rail/traffic control systems.

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Products at a glance

 
RX1500
RX1501
Description
Rack mount, modular Layer 2 and 3 switch and router
Rack mount, modular Layer 2 and 3 switch and router
Hot Swappable Modules
4
6
Ethernet Ports
Up to 24
Up to 36
Gigabit Ports
Up to 8
Up to 4
APE1808 Ports
Up to 2
Up to 2
10 FL Ports
Up to 12
Up to 18
T1/E1 Ports
Up to 4
Up to 4
Cellular Ports
Up to 8
Up to 12
Serial Ports
Up to 24
Up to 36
Operating Temperature Range
–40°C to +85°C
–40°C to +85°C
Power Supply
2 x (24 VDC, 48 VDC or HI)
1 x (24 VDC, 48 VDC or HI)
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RUGGEDCOM technology highlights

Technology that meets industry requirements

True to their name, RUGGEDCOM solutions are built tough – delivering error-free communications under high levels of electromagnetic interference in extreme temperatures and over long distances. See how RUGGEDCOM solutions have been put to the test. Discover special features, examples of international standards compliance, and more.

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Get a detailed overview of all Siemens has to offer – from RUGGEDCOM product information to support and services.

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Please visit the Siemens Service & Support Portal for all RUGGEDCOM related manuals, downloads, FAQs, approvals and certifications.

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Professional Services for Industrial Networks

Professional services for industrial networks

It’s easy to acquire a top-of-the-line industrial communication network when you’re backed by our first-class network components and strong network design expertise. Work directly with us and our certified Solution Partners to help develop a network solution tailored to your needs. 

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Industrial networks education

Industrial networks education

Need in-house specialists? Participate in Siemens industrial networks training program and earn the subsequent certification aligned with international Industrial Ethernet standards. 

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Warranty information

Gain an overview of the general terms and conditions of sale for RUGGEDCOM products. 

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Proven technology

Day in and day out, RUGGEDCOM products perform without fail under extreme conditions around the world. Read on to find out more.
Upgrade of the MEPSO High Voltage Substation in Macedonia
KONČAR-KET
Macedonia
Electric Power

Upgrade of the MEPSO High Voltage Substation in Macedonia

  • The customer is one of the biggest industrial companies in Croatia providing power generation, transmission and distribution, and electric traction solutions

  • Siemens addressed the needs of the Macedonian transmission operator by designing a reliable network based on RUGGEDCOM products

  • The solution offered highly reliable remote access for monitoring and control of transmission substations for the utility

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Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn | Switzerland | Transportation
Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn
Switzerland
Transportation

A Swiss rail network upgrades to a new control system

  • RUGGEDCOM-based network provided redundant control system for power monitoring of the Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn

  • Ethernet switches ensure 24/7 connection between the Bahn offices and the power control system’s central servers in Brig and Glisergrund

  • In case of a Layer 3 switch failure, virtual coupling would secure control and monitoring of the traction power supply of all lines

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