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Ethernet-APL / Ethernet-SPE Profile Specification
APL , SPE
Description:
APL Port Profile Specification
This document specifies port profiles for use in non-hazardous and hazardous areas, with and without power. Ethernet-APL intrinsically safe profiles simplify the examination of the interconnection of different Ethernet-APL ports. Most common industrial rated connectors for use in process industries are part of this specification. A multi-length cable category system maintains communication integrity, while permitting cable constructions optimized for specific applications or environmental ratings.
Details:
Version: 1.0
Order No.: 2.662
Language: English
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New Draft in PI-Review with changed name:
Ethernet-APL / Ethernet-SPE Profile Specification
This document describes the technical applications of Ethernet-APL and Ethernet-SPE as a whole. Both Ethernet-APL and Ethernet-SPE are based on the same 10BASE-T1L transmission standard as specified in IEEE Std 802.3-2022, Clause 146. Ethernet-APL has been specifically specified for intrinsic safety applications in process automation. Nevertheless, Ethernet-APL can also be used in non-hazardous applications for process automation but also for factory automation and building automation.
Details:
Version: d 2.0
Order No.: 2.662
Language: English
This draft is published for testing and review only. It must not be used for development purposes.
Comments to be submitted to www.profibus-project.com until July 09, 2025.
Files:
| # | Date | Filename | Type | Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19/08/2021 | APL_Port_Profile_Spec_2662_V10_Jun21.pdf | 2 MB | ||
| 10/04/2025 | APL-SPE_Profile_Specific_2662_d20_Mar25.pdf | 2 MB |
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