Hirschmann BRS20-8TX/2FX-EEC 942170014: Ten-Port EEC BOBCAT Switch for Copper-and-Fiber Growth

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Ten managed paths without turning the cabinet into a patchwork

When an industrial cell grows beyond four local devices, adding a second access switch can create extra power, mounting and troubleshooting points. The BRS20-8TX/2FX combines eight managed 10/100BASE-TX copper ports with two fixed 100BASE-FX multimode SC uplinks in one fanless DIN-rail unit, while the EEC configuration supports operation from -40°C to +70°C.

This makes the switch attractive for brownfield cabinets that need more copper density plus two fiber paths for a ring, redundant uplinks or separated plant connections. The procurement trap is assuming that every 10-port BOBCAT has the same optics. On this exact code, the fiber ports are fixed multimode SC interfaces—not SFP cages and not single-mode links. Confirm the installed fiber plant before reserving stock.

Verified BRS20-8TX/2FX-EEC 942170014 specifications

The BOBCAT management platform provides VLAN, QoS, SNMP, LLDP, diagnostics, secure administration and industrial redundancy functions including MRP, RSTP and HIPER-Ring. Current manufacturer data also lists TSN 802.1Qbv on interfaces 1/1 through 1/3 and PTP time synchronization. Confirm the deployed firmware and protocol profile before a replacement shutdown.

What smart buyers verify before asking for “in stock”

1. All identifiers: BRS20-8TX/2FX-EEC, BRS20-1000M2M2-TTCY99HHSESXX.X.XX and 942170014.

2. Fiber plant: multimode cable, SC connectors, 100BASE-FX speed and calculated link budget.

3. Network role: ring, dual uplink, star or line topology and the required redundancy configuration.

4. Cabinet conditions: this exact EEC variant is rated from -40°C to +70°C; do not substitute a standard-temperature unit.

5. Restoration plan: firmware, saved configuration, addressing and device-replacement procedure.

Buyer FAQ for GEO visibility

How are the ten network ports divided?

BRS20-8TX/2FX-EEC provides eight 10/100BASE-TX RJ45 copper ports and two fixed 100BASE-FX multimode SC fiber ports. All ten are Fast Ethernet interfaces.

Can the two fiber ports accept SFP transceivers?

No. They are integrated multimode SC interfaces at 1300 nm. Buyers needing single-mode fiber, SFP flexibility or another connector must select a different full configuration.

What separates the EEC version from the standard-temperature model?

This EEC configuration is rated from -40°C to +70°C. The corresponding standard-temperature version uses order number 942-170-004 and must not be substituted solely because the port layout is similar.

Is BRS20-8TX/2FX-EEC currently hot-selling?

Yes. This exact configuration and every BOBCAT item listed below are currently promoted as hot-selling. Live stock, allocation and delivery timing must be reconfirmed for the required quantity.

Hot-selling Hirschmann BOBCAT product index

All configurations below are currently hot-selling. Search by the exact model, complete code or part number, then ask us to verify live availability.

Request price, stock and lead time

Send quantity, destination, delivery deadline and BRS20-1000M2M2-TTCY99HHSESXX.X.XX / 942170014. For replacement jobs, include the existing nameplate and fiber-connector photos so the interface can be checked before shipment.

Independent supplier notice: HKXYTECH is an independent supplier. Hirschmann, Belden and BOBCAT marks belong to their owners. “Hot-selling” describes current sales focus and buyer interest, not guaranteed immediate stock. Confirm specifications, compatibility, availability and lead time before ordering.