Explore the following applications for SPE:

Industrial control and factory automation benefit from simpler components, software and wiring when implementing SPE networking. SPE also eliminates gateways and by using 10BASE-T1S technology for sensors and actuators, you can enable a single wiring run to the sensor/actuator array. The multidrop architecture of 10BASE-T1S reduces cost by reducing cabling and switch ports. Logical use cases for SPE include:

A centralized switch capable of 10-100-1000M operation offers wide flexibility for industrial applications. With concerns about long cable runs and resolving mixed protocols while maintaining high reliability, bandwidths of 100 MB or 1GB support the needs of complex motor control and system controller communications. The new 10BASE-T1S specification easily supports the needs of simple switching and actuation. The 10BASE-T1S multidrop capability means you only need a single port to support several connections and you can avoid multiple cables from the switch to the connected device.  

Building automation benefits from Ethernet as there is no need for protocol translation between proprietary protocols. Networks can mix traditional Ethernet and SPE to optimize data and control installations. A large percentage of building control tasks require basic signaling and very low bandwidth. You can meet both of these requirements in a more cost-effective manner using SPE connections.

A switch capable of 10M/100M operation offers flexibility for building control applications. The mix of bandwidth options supports the needs of building systems and communications. The new 10BASE-T1S specification easily supports simple switching and actuation and its multidrop capability means you only need a single port to support several connections and you can avoid using multiple cables from the switch to the connected device.  

Data centers embrace Ethernet for virtually all connectivity needs outside the board level. Use of SPE ensures there is no need for protocol translation between networks while offering cost optimization for tasks that require basic signaling and lower bandwidth. Applications for SPE include:

Many industrial-type applications exist within data center infrastructure, including HVAC controls, motors for zonal controls and sensors that monitor individual zones, racks or pieces of equipment. As in other building controls, the new 10B-T1S specification easily supports the needs of simple switches and actuators. The 10B-T1S multidrop capability means you only need a single port to support several connections and you can avoid multiple cables from the switch to the connected device. 

The automotive industry is steadily moving toward Ethernet as a data backbone within the vehicle. Ethernet offers a scalable, cost-effective and known protocol, which does not require auto OEMs to invest in the development of industry-specific protocols. Protocol-compliant variants like SPE offer additional opportunities for cost optimization and weight reduction for a wide variety of functions that require basic signaling or lower bandwidth. Automotive applications for SPE include:

Automotive systems, with their broad range of use cases, are ideal systems for bandwidth rationalization and cost optimization. This market as a whole benefits from the reduced weight and size of SPE. The 10B-T1S specification easily supports the needs of simple switches and actuators found in door, seating and lighting systems as well as connecting individual sensors. The 10B-T1S multidrop capability means you only need a single port to support several connections and you can avoid using multiple cables from the switch to the connected device.  

Robotic handling and motion has become increasingly sophisticated. Multi-axis motion requires many additional motors and actuators. At the same time, sensors in fingertips have enabled robots to handle everything from lightbulbs to iron assemblies. These abilities have required sensors and electronics to be placed in difficult-to-access locations. Connecting all of these components has become one of the major challenges in advanced robotics. SPE offers reduced wire size and significant bandwidth to enable communication between controllers, motors, actuators and sensors. Applications for SPE include:

Robotics systems are becoming increasingly sophisticated and they require a range of bandwidth options. However, tight spacing within the robot structure calls for small wires and wiring bindles to make connections to the extremities while providing long-term reliability. Multi-rate switches support low to high bandwidths. The 10B-T1S specification enables efficient connections to individual sensors as well as between local system controllers. 10B-T1S enables reduced wire count and higher reliability while supporting increased functionality at the extremities.