Accessories

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
AT4025 NKK Switches	COVER DUST RECT POLY FOR KB SER	0
704.945.0 EAO	ENCLOSURE 94X94X81, WITH MOUNTIN	7
700701201 C&K	HDWR SW LOCKING RING 1/4"BUSHING	4272
1631057 MEC switches	BEZEL SWITCH METAL DARK GRAY	0
2LP01 Altech Corporation	LEGEND PLATE 22 MM START	13154
A22Z-EG10-W Omron Automation & Safety Services	ACCY E-STOP SHROUD WHITE	75
SC-R Switch Components	TOGGLE SWITCH SAFETY GUARD RED	1615
VAL2 Omron Electronics Components	LEVER ROLLER LEAF V D3V SERIES	100
02-967.0 EAO	FRONT BEZEL BLACK RAISED 24X36 P	62
AT634F05 NKK Switches	LED 1 ELEMNT GRN 5V T1 1/4 BIPIN	397
5.05511.6390000 RAFI	RING ILLUMINATION D 28.2 PLUNGER	200
SA34-T Omron Automation & Safety Services	TL4019 FLAT ACTUATOR	18
704.701.6 EAO	FRONT BEZEL GRAY 30X30	35
400402003 C&K	HDWR ENDPLATE REAR MNT SER 3 BLK	715
HWAM-221 IDEC	22MM START-STOP NAMEPLATE	10
39C1008-1 Grayhill, Inc.	HARDWARE NUT 8-40 UNS-2A	147
AML71SEB Honeywell Sensing and Productivity Solutions	AML BARRIER BLACK	0
5.04101.0120000 RAFI	ACCESSORY KIT	50
30C1023-1 Grayhill, Inc.	HARDWARE NUT DECORATIVE 1/4"	216
61-9740.0 EAO	LAMP/LED REMOVER	25

Accessories

1. Overview

Switches Accessories refer to supplementary components that enhance the functionality, connectivity, and management of network switches. These accessories are critical in modern networking infrastructure, enabling efficient data transmission, power distribution, and system integration across industries.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

Type	Functional Features	Application Examples
Network Cables	Support data transfer (e.g., Cat6, Cat7, fiber optics) with varying bandwidths and shielding	Connecting switches to servers or endpoints in data centers
Power Over Ethernet (PoE) Injectors	Deliver power and data over a single Ethernet cable (IEEE 802.3af/at/bt compliant)	Powering IP cameras, VoIP phones, and wireless access points
Transceivers (SFP/QSFP)	Convert electrical signals to optical signals for high-speed transmission	Connecting switches in metro networks or backbone systems
Rack Mount Kits	Secure switches in standard 19-inch racks with adjustable mounting hardware	Organizing equipment in server rooms or telecom closets

3. Structure and Composition

A typical switch accessory combines mechanical and electrical components:

Enclosures: Metal or polymer housings for durability and EMI shielding
Connectors: RJ45, LC, or MPO interfaces with gold-plated contacts
Internal Circuits: Signal conditioning chips, power management modules, or optical conversion units
Cable Assemblies: Twisted-pair or fiber strands with PVC/LSZH jackets

4. Key Technical Specifications

Parameter	Unit	Importance
Port Density	Ports per unit	Determines scalability and space efficiency
Transmission Speed	Gbps	Impacts data throughput (e.g., 10/40/100/400Gbps)
Power Budget	Watts (W)	Defines maximum power deliverable to connected devices
Operating Temperature	C	Ensures reliability in harsh environments (-40 C to 85 C)

5. Application Fields

Telecommunications: 5G base stations, core routers
Smart Buildings: Access control systems, IoT sensor networks
Healthcare: PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication Systems) in hospitals
Industrial Automation: Connecting PLCs and SCADA systems

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

Manufacturer	Representative Product
Cisco Systems	Cisco Catalyst 9200L Series Switch Accessories
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)	HPE Aruba 2930M Switch Modules
Juniper Networks	Juniper EX4650 Switch Transceivers

7. Selection Recommendations

Verify compatibility with switch models (e.g., SFP+ for 10Gbps ports)
Assess environmental conditions (e.g., industrial-grade PoE injectors for outdoor use)
Evaluate future scalability needs (modular vs. fixed configurations)
Compare certifications (e.g., CE, FCC, RoHS compliance)

8. Industry Trends

Key trends shaping switch accessories include:

Rise of 800Gbps+ optical transceivers driven by AI/ML workloads
Integration of Energy-Efficient Ethernet (EEE) to reduce power consumption
Adoption of software-defined networking (SDN) requiring programmable accessories
Growing demand for compact form factors (e.g., SFP-DD for high-density deployments)