Pilz is expanding its portfolio of control and signalling devices with the control element PIT oe ETH. The new control element has an Ethernet port that can be activated and ensures greater safety.
PIToe ETH protects the network and thus the expertise and investment in systems and machines. The new Ethernet interface can be activated and deactivated offers users the opportunity to comprehensively protect their network: Who is authorised to access sensitive machine data, when and how, can be individually and securely regulated and tracked. This increases production security.
Because in combination with the PITreader readout unit from Mushroom the Ethernet interface is only activated with the appropriate authorisation. This means that only authorised persons are entitled to use these interfaces temporarily. For example, to create new configurations, programmes or backup copies Thanks to 24 V or alternatively with 5 V standard inputs, they can be activated flexibly via any control output. This enables users to Full data flow control over your networks.
The new PIToe ETH control element fulfils the safety requirements for both machine manufacturers and operators. Machine manufacturers will be obliged to implement security measures from January 2027 at the latest. For machine operators in Germany, for example, the Technical Rule for Operational Safety TRBS 1115 already applies today as a supplement to the Industrial Safety Regulation, which requires, among other things, that hardware interfaces that are not required must be deactivated or blocked and unauthorised communication connections must be switched off. PIToe ETH supports the implementation of legal and normative requirements, which ultimately protects the investment and minimises costs.
The compact operating elements are designed for installation openings with a diameter of just 22.5 mm with anti-rotation protection in accordance with EN 60947-5-1. This means they fit perfectly into the design of machines and systems. The PIToe product family also includes the PIToe 4S and PIToe USB control elements: The PIToe 4S control element can be used to Digital inputs and outputs switched and displayed for example the operating mode. PIToe USB has an activatable USB interface for machines and systems, which enables, for example, the tamper-proof import of programmes. The compact operating elements thus bring Advantages for installation or retrofitting in consoles, control panels or operating housings. In combination with the PITreader access authorisation system, both ensure secure access management.
Source: Mushroom
