SCALANCE XB005 (6GK50050BA001AB2)
Parameter Overview
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Configuration | Fixed |
| Copper Ports | 5 |
| Copper Type | 10/100 |
| Connector Type | RJ45 |
| Number of Ports | 5 |
| Ingress Protection | IP20 |
| Operating Temperature | 10°C ~ 60°C |
| Mounting Type | DIN Rail, Wall Mount |
| Encapsulation | Bulk |
| Package | Bulk |
| Product Status | Active |
SCALANCE XB005 — Unmanaged Industrial Switch
The 6GK50050BA001AB2 is a fixed-configuration unmanaged Ethernet switch from Siemens' SCALANCE XB product line. The XB prefix denotes unmanaged (non-managed) basic Ethernet switching for industrial automation and process industries. The 005 in the product name indicates five copper ports. This model ships in bulk packaging with an IP20 ingress protection rating and supports both DIN rail and wall-mount installation.
Functional Characteristics
- Port type: Five RJ45 copper ports supporting 10/100 Mbps auto-negotiation
- Management: Unmanaged — no configuration interface; plug-and-play operation
- Temperature range: 10°C to 60°C, suitable for climate-controlled cabinet environments
Physical Attributes
- Enclosure form: Bulk-packaged housing; IP20 rating limits use to indoor, dust-free environments
- Mounting options: DIN rail clip or wall-mount bracket; both included in the standard ordering code variant suffix AB2
Catalog Comparison: Similar SCALANCE Switches
The following rows share the same Siemens brand, unmanaged-switch function, RJ45 copper porting, and DIN rail/wall mount form factor. All require the reader's own technical qualification before use.
| MPN | Ports | Copper Type | IP Rating | Temp Range | Encapsulation | Similarity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6GK50050BA001AB2 (primary) | 5 | 10/100 | IP20 | 10°C ~ 60°C | Bulk | — |
| 6GK50050BA101AA3 | 5 | 10/100 | IP30 | 40°C ~ 75°C | Bulk | 1.00 |
| 6GK50050BA101CA3 | 5 | 10/100 | IP30 | 40°C ~ 75°C | Box | 1.00 |
| 6GK50050GA101AB2 | 5 | 10/100/1000 | IP20 | 10°C ~ 60°C | Box | 0.92 |
Why They Appear Similar
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6GK50050BA101AA3 — Same port count, same 10/100 copper type, identical mounting and connector style. Differs by IP30 ingress protection and a wider 40°C to 75°C operating range suitable for harsher environments.
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6GK50050BA101CA3 — Matches primary on port count, speed class, and connector type. Adds IP30 protection and elevated temperature tolerance, but ships in box-style packaging rather than bulk.
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6GK50050GA101AB2 — Shares the same IP20 rating, temperature range, and mounting style. Introduces gigabit (10/100/1000) copper capability across all five ports while retaining unmanaged operation.
FAQ
What mounting options does the 6GK50050BA001AB2 support? DIN rail and wall mount; both are listed in the stated specs under "Mounting Type."
Does the 6GK50050BA001AB2 support gigabit speeds? No. The stated "Copper Type" is 10/100 only.
What ingress protection does this switch offer? IP20 per the stated specifications.