Industrial Ethernet - Testing Industrial Ethernet Cabling with the DSX CableAnalyzer

Interactive Guide

This interactive guide will help you to determine how to set-up your DSX CableAnalyzer for the Industrial Ethernet cable testing you want to perform. Follow the steps below to configure your tester for your specific testing requirements.

Step 1: Determine Your Testing Requirement

Consider the type of Industrial Ethernet cabling you need to test. Different protocols and cable types require different test configurations:

• PROFINET — Uses Cat 5e or Cat 6A cabling with RJ-45 or M12 connectors
• EtherNet/IP — Typically uses Cat 5e or Cat 6 with RJ-45 connectors
• EtherCAT — Uses Cat 5e cabling with RJ-45 or M12-D connectors
• Modbus-TCP — Uses Cat 5e with RJ-45 connectors

Step 2: Select the Correct Test Limit

The DSX CableAnalyzer supports multiple test limits for Industrial Ethernet:

• TIA 1005 — For industrial cabling environments with MICE E1, E2, or E3 levels
• ISO/IEC 11801 — International standard for structured cabling
• IEC 61918 — Industrial communication networks installation standard

Step 3: Configure Your Adapter

Select the appropriate adapter for your connector type:

• DSX-PLA004 — M12-D adapter for 2-pair Industrial Ethernet
• DSX-PLA004X — M12-X adapter for 4-pair Industrial Ethernet
• Standard RJ-45 — built-in for 8-pin modular connections