Patton�s Low-Cost IpStatMux Transitions RS-232 Device Networks to Ethernet/IP5.26.2009 At half the cost of a traditional statmux, Patton's IpStatMux� Model 3038 provides immediate or future migration to all-IP networking by transparently transmitting up to eight asynchronous EIA-232/V.24 data-streams over Ethernet/IP and synch-serial composite links. GAITHERSBURG, MD: Patton�the leader in business and carrier-class network access, connectivity, Voice-over-IP and triple-play equipment�is now shipping the IpStatMux� Model 3038 multiport asynchronous statistical multiplexer for industrial automation networks. Manufactured at Patton�s USA headquarters and priced at half the cost of traditional multiplexers, the IpStatMux� offers RS-232/V.24 device networks a smooth transition to Ethernet/IP. Patton�s Model 3038 is the first and only multiplexer on the market that integrates four or eight asynchronous EIA-232/V.24 interfaces with dual Ethernet ports and a synchronous-serial V.35, X.21 or T1/E1 port. �Ethernet/IP is the future of industrial networking,� said Johnnie Grant, product manager. �Sooner or later, any existing RS-232 device will require an IP network connection. Patton�s latest technological innovation makes selecting the right equipment for next-generation device networks a no-brainer.� Control Engineering (2/1/2009) confirms IEEE 802.3 Ethernet is a growing force in industrial networking. At half the cost of traditional statmux equipment, Patton�s IpStatMux� is an obvious candidate for replacing aging RS-232 multiplexers in connections to PLCs, RTUs, meters, barcode scanners, gas pumps, cash registers, terminals, and similar asynchronous devices. By providing access and connectivity to the Ethernet/IP LAN or WAN while simultaneously supporting existing synchronous-serial connections, Patton�s Model 3038 future-proofs RS-232 industrial, SCADA, telemetry, and control engineering applications. �Whether you're migrating to IP networking now, or further down the road,� Mr. Grant continues, �the IpStatMux� is the lowest-cost, most flexible solution for multi-port asynchronous terminal connectivity.� The IpStatMux� combines 115.2 kbps output streams from up to eight EIA-232 or V.24 devices into a single composite data-stream with per-port configurations for speed, flow control, echo, and testing. Patton�s IpStatMux� supports immediate or future migration to all-IP networking by transmitting the composite data stream transparently over the Internet, a private IP network, or a low-cost PPP, Frame Relay, or T1/E1 service. Earlier this month Patton announced the Model 3231 Managed SHDSL Modem for rugged environments that cuts setup and operation costs for ISA and control engineering applications. Featuring a front-panel touchpad for fast, easy set-up, Patton's industrial SHDSL modem extends industrial Ethernet connections up to 9.4 kilometers (5.84 miles). About the Patton IpStatMux� Model 3038 The Patton IpStatMux� Model 3038 provides four or eight asynchronous EIA-232/V.24 interfaces fully integrated with dual Ethernet ports and a synchronous-serial V.35, X.21 or T1/E1 port. Combining 115.2 kbps output streams from up to eight EIA-232 or V.24 devices with per-port configurations for speed, flow-control, echo, and testing, the IpStatMux� can route the composite data-stream over the Internet, a private IP network, or a low-cost PPP, Frame Relay, or T1/E1 service. The IpStatMux� provides user-configurable IP services that ensure reliable connectivity to any LAN or WAN with NAT and DHCP while the built-in firewall delivers advanced-networking flexibility. CRC-16 delivers reliable end-to-end transport and data integrity. IPSec with DES/3DES or AES strong encryption ensures secure end-to-end data transmission. Auto MDI-X provides convenient installation. Password-protected local and remote management options include configuration and control via HTTP/web-browser-based management, SNMP or command line supervisory port. About Patton Patton is a multi-national organization that manufactures voice and data-communications equipment for carrier, enterprise, and industrial networks worldwide. Incorporated in 1984, Patton markets a catalog of over 1000 products including SmartNode� VoIP solutions that support SIP, H.323, and MGCP for analog and ISDN telephony; ForeFront� multi-service access infrastructure solutions (T1/E1, G.SHDSL, xDSL, dial-up); IPLink� CPE solutions for last-mile/local-loop access (WAN routers, modems, remote access servers, NTUs, CSU/DSUs); CopperLink� Ethernet Extenders; EtherBITS� device servers; EnviroNET� NEMA4-compliant hardened networking equipment, and a full range of network-connectivity Micro-Products (interface converters, short-range modems, multiplexers, surge protectors). Patton marked its 25th anniversary of business operation on 1 January 2009. For more information or a free catalog, contact [email protected] Patton Electronics Company 7622 Rickenbacker Drive Gaithersburg, MD 20879 USA Tel: (301) 975-1000 Fax: (301) 869-9293 Email: [email protected] Web: www.patton.com ### |
