Allen Bradley 1783-BMS20CA Stratix 5700 Ethernet Switch

The AB 1783-BMS20CA is a high-performance managed Ethernet switch from the Stratix 5700 series, designed for secure, scalable, and resilient network infrastructure in industrial automation environments. It features 16 copper ports at 10/100 Mbps and 2 combo ports supporting either 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ45 or SFP fiber connectivity, providing flexible deployment options for mixed media networks.

With dual redundant power inputs, DIN rail mount design, and embedded Cisco IOS software, this switch is ideal for integration into Rockwell Automation and enterprise-level network architectures.

Technical Specifications

Model: 1783BMS20CA
Series: Stratix 5700
Type: Managed Industrial Ethernet Switch
Copper Ports: 16 x 10/100 Mbps RJ45
Combo Ports: 2 x 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ45/SFP combo (shared)
Total Ports: 18
Management Software: Full Stratix Cisco IOS feature set
Mounting Type: DIN Rail

Electrical Specifications

Input Voltage Range: 12…60 V DC
Nominal Power Supply: 24 V DC / 48 V DC
Power Connectors: 2 x power source connectors (redundant input support)
Power Consumption (Typical): ~14 W
Isolation: Galvanically isolated inputs
Inrush Current: Limited internally
Surge Protection: Yes

Network & Interface Specifications

Ethernet Standards Supported:
– IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3x, 802.3z, 802.1D, 802.1Q, 802.1X
MAC Address Table: 8000 entries
Switching Capacity: 8.8 Gbps
Forwarding Rate: 6.6 Mpps
VLAN Support: 255 active VLANs
IGMP Snooping: Yes
STP/RSTP/MSTP: Supported
Security Features: ACLs, port security, 802.1X authentication
QoS/Traffic Management: Advanced Cisco QoS supported

Mechanical Specifications

Height: Approx. 150 mm
Width: Approx. 140 mm
Depth: Approx. 110 mm
Enclosure: Rugged industrial aluminum housing
Cooling Method: Passive (fanless)
Mounting Orientation: Vertical DIN rail
Weight: Approx. 1.3 kg

Environmental Specifications

IP Rating: IP20
Operating Temperature: –40…+60 °C
Storage Temperature: –40…+85 °C
Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing
Vibration Resistance: 5 g @ 10–500 Hz
Shock Resistance: 30 g operational
Pollution Degree: 2
Enclosure Type Rating: Open-type for control cabinet use

Compliance & Certifications

Certifications: CE, UL Listed, c-UL, CSA, RoHS, RCM
Standards Met:
– IEC 61850-3
– EN 61131-2
– EN 61000-6-2 / 6-4
EMC Compliance: Class A
Network Compatibility: EtherNet/IP, TCP/IP, Modbus TCP, and standard IP protocols
Cybersecurity Features: Access control, secure management interfaces

Key Features & Benefits

✅ 18 Total Ports (16 RJ45 + 2 Combo Ports) – Flexible support for copper or fiber network layouts

✅ Managed with Full Cisco IOS – Enables enterprise-class networking with advanced security and control

✅ DIN Rail Industrial Design – Robust construction for factory floor environments

✅ Redundant Power Inputs (12–60V DC) – Ensures high uptime in critical control applications

✅ Layer 2 Switching with VLAN, QoS, IGMP – Supports segmentation and prioritization of industrial traffic

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