Description
Novative Auto-Link-SPE-M 100BASE-T1 Media Converter — BOLTON SKU 72980.
About the Auto-Link-SPE-M 100BASE-T1 Converter
The Auto-Link-SPE-M converts between 100BASE-T1 single-pair Ethernet, presented on a Molex Mini50 connector, and standard 100BASE-TX Ethernet on RJ45. That lets a test PC, switch or analyser with an ordinary RJ45 port talk to an ECU or sensor that only speaks single-pair Ethernet. A DIP switch selects the master or slave PHY role, and automatic master/slave detection is also supported. Link and activity LEDs are provided for both network ports, and a mini-USB port is used for firmware update and configuration. The unit operates from 5 to 28 V DC on the main connector, or 5 V over USB, drawing 50 mA at 12 V. It is housed in a robust aluminium enclosure measuring 70 × 75 × 35 mm and is stated as suitable for in-vehicle use. Supply includes an 8-pole Mini50 connector housing and five CTX50 terminals — three for AWG24 and two for AWG22.
Key specifications
| Ports | 100BASE-T1 (Molex Mini50) and 100BASE-TX (RJ45) |
|---|---|
| Configuration port | Mini-USB, firmware update and configuration |
| Role selection | Master/slave DIP switch plus automatic detection |
| Indicators | Link/activity LEDs on both network ports |
| Supply voltage | 5 to 28 V DC (main connector) or 5 V (USB) |
| Current consumption | 50 mA at 12 V |
| Dimensions | 70 × 75 × 35 mm |
| Housing | Aluminium |
| Supplied with | 8-pole Mini50 connector housing, 5 × CTX50 terminals (3 × AWG24, 2 × AWG22) |
Typical applications
Single-pair Ethernet is used where weight and harness count matter, so a converter of this kind sits mainly in vehicle and platform integration work: bench and in-vehicle bring-up of ECUs, camera and sensor nodes, protocol capture during integration testing, and rig connections into standard laboratory network equipment. The wide 5–28 V input and aluminium housing allow it to be powered from the vehicle supply and left installed during a test campaign. The selectable master/slave role matters because a 100BASE-T1 link requires one end of each pair to take each role.
Supplied by BOLTON Technical Equipment Supplies against request for quotation. Add this item to your RFQ basket to request pricing, lead time and documentation requirements (e.g. CoC, datasheets or test reports where applicable).
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