Belden Inc. announced the launch of its Hirschmann BXP (BOBCAT eXtreme Performance) managed switch. This extension of the proven BOBCAT switch family from Hirschmann, a Belden brand, offers a compact design, enhanced flexibility and interoperability, and speeds of up to 10 gigabits per second (Gbps) to meet the dynamic needs of railway rolling stock applications. The BOBCAT managed switch provides powerful benefits, such as: High port density, including 20-port and 28-port variants, to connect more network devices; Robust bandwidth and speed with up to 6x 10 GE ports, future-ready for expansion; PoE ++ up to 120 W to meet the high power demands of onboard devices.

The BXP managed switch meets essential railway rolling stock standards, such as European Standards EN 50155 and EN 50121 and EN 45545, for shock, operating temperature, electromagnetic interference, vibration, fire resistance and other conditions. The BXP has attained multiple international and industry certifications ? including Conformité Européenne (CE), International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), and Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH).