UIC-IT series connector Robust and state-of-the-art Ethernet solutions for data comunication is what is required by today‘s rail vehicles. The new UIC-IT Series from Schaltbau meets those requirements providing a highly flexible, universal and reliable Ethernet connection option for the harsh railway environment with a design life that will last for decades. The UIC-IT Series connector is fitted with an 8 pole Gigabit Ethernet (GbE)module and 16 optional signal contacts that allows for universal and compatible connections. It is designed for use with various types of rail vehicles, making it possible to combine rolling stock of different manufacturers and railway operators. Features Gigabit Ethernet module: 360° shielded module with 8 terminals for 4 data pairs for the transmission of 10 GbE in a permanent link with Cat5, Cat6 and Cat6a compliant data cables Signal contacts: 16 signal contacts for additional control tasks as required, for example, by DB AG for salvage and clearing operations Break-away connector: Non-destructive disengagement of pulg contacts from receptacle contacts when two electrically not decoupled vehicles move apart. In compliance with UIC 558. Life: Designed for frequent plugging >10,000 cycles Preassembled cables: Receptacles and plugs come with preassembled cables – cable lengths as required by the customer. Ingress protection rating IP69K: True for receptacle with closed lid and connector when mated as well as for cable entry of plug. Keying: 1 orientation. Not intermateable with the 13, 18 or 22 pole versions of the UIC558 connector Flammability: Meets the requirements of UL94-V0 and the following fire-protection standards: EN 45545
