Accessories

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
704.955.4 EAO	PROTECTIVE FRONT RING FOR FLUSH	24
HWNP-317 IDEC	NAMEPLATE INSERT	10
704.945.7 EAO	ENCLOSURE 65X65X81, WITH MOUNTIN	6
LSZ1N Honeywell Sensing and Productivity Solutions	LIMIT SWITCH HEAVY DUTY	0
HWAV-C27 IDEC	22MM YELLOW NAMEPLATE	10
2LP41 Altech Corporation	LEGEND PLATE 22 MM EMERGENCY STO	4552789
54-928 NTE Electronics, Inc.	INDICATOR PLATE ON-ON	80
PBMBN Carlo Gavazzi	SWITCH CONTACT HOLDER PLASTIC	36
AT4174 NKK Switches	PROTECTIVE GUARD RECT SPRNG LOAD	12635
515D00000 C&K	SWITCH HEXNUT M13X1.25 AP SERIES	972
31-924.2 EAO	SPRAYPROOF COVER 24X30	38
IS-C1603 NKK Switches	CONTROL FOR 36X24 LCD PB/DISPLAY	0
SAG-SS80 Omron Automation & Safety Services	TL4019 STAINLESS STEEL GUIDE	3
11K5029-JCNB Grayhill, Inc.	KNOB PLASTIC 1/8" DIA BLACK	177
A3SA-4001 Omron Automation & Safety Services	END BARRIER SHORT EDGE FOR A3SA	10
5.46001.1880200 RAFI	MICON 5 PLUNGER D 19.0 TH 12.5 L	450
LSZ7M6D Honeywell Sensing and Productivity Solutions	SWITCH LIMIT PLUG IN UNIT HDLS	3
IE200-F1 SICK	SAFETY KEY FOR I200 FULL-FLEX	1
5.37700.1240000 RAFI	CABLE FLAT RIBBON LUMO25	37
COM-08746 SparkFun	BUTTON PAD 2X2 TOP BEZEL	0

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)