Factories, campuses, and remote systems need networks. What if you could send data far, keep everything in sync, and protect it at the same time? Read on!
More factories, campuses and remote systems are getting connected, but the networks we use are not always made for long distances, timing needs or secure data. We have seen how copper Ethernet starts to struggle when we try to link distant buildings, sync machines or protect data from threats. This is where this solution helps.
Microchip has introduced optical Ethernet PHY transceivers to solve these problems. Instead of using copper cables, we can use fiber to send data up to 10 kilometers without signal loss. So if we are connecting parts of a factory, a campus or a warehouse, we do not need repeaters or complex setups. We still get network speeds from 1 Gbps to 25 Gbps based on what we need.
In systems where timing is important, like in robotics, telecom or automation, delays can cause errors. These transceivers support IEEE 1588 Precision Time Protocol, which keeps devices in sync with sub nanosecond accuracy. This helps machines work together without time errors.
Security is built into the hardware. With MACsec encryption, any data sent between Ethernet devices is protected from threats like spoofing, eavesdropping, denial of service or man in the middle attacks. So even as systems get more connected, data stays protected.
This technology helps us build networks that work over long distances, support data needs, keep timing in place and protect information across factories, data centers and connected infrastructure.
“Design engineers are looking for solutions that simplify complex networking systems, adding PTP or MACsec could mean a complete overhaul of an existing design, our solution helps preserve our customers’ core-processing investment,” said Charlie Forni, corporate vice president of Microchip’s networking and connectivity solutions business. "We’ve integrated these capabilities into our transceivers, enabling bolt-on functionality to help engineers build smarter, more secure and scalable networks.”
