SCALANCE XC208 (6GK52080BA002AC2)
Overview
The Siemens SCALANCE XC208 is a fixed-configuration unmanaged industrial Ethernet switch designed for control-cabinet and plant-floor network extensions. The catalog entry specifies eight copper ports operating at 10/100 Mbps, IP20 environmental protection, and an operating range of −40°C to 70°C. No input voltage, power budget, switching fabric throughput, or management feature set is present in the supplied fields. Selection must not proceed on electrical ratings until verified against the official Siemens datasheet.
The "XC" segment of the ordering code places this part in the SCALANCE XC unmanaged switch family; the trailing "BA002AC2" suffix encodes the regional variant, package type, and firmware revision. The "C" in positions 9–10 typically denotes bulk packaging for the global variant. Ordering-code structure (verify on datasheet).
Key Parameters
| Parameter | Value (from catalog) | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Configuration | Fixed | No modular slots |
| Copper Ports | 8 | — |
| Copper Type | 10/100 Mbps | Gigabit not indicated |
| Connector Type | RJ45 | — |
| Mounting Type | DIN Rail, Wall Mount | Both options listed |
| Ingress Protection | IP20 | Enclosure-only; not wash-down rated |
| Operating Temperature | −40°C ~ 70°C | Wider than most alternates |
| Package / Encapsulation | Bulk | No separate box or accessories |
| Product Status | Active | — |
Missing Critical Fields (Verification Required)
The following safety-critical and integration parameters are not present in the supplied fields. Do not use estimated values:
- Input voltage range and power consumption
- Switching capacity / forwarding rate
- ** jumbo frame support, latency, or buffer depth**
- VLAN, QoS, or SNMP management features (catalog treats as unmanaged, but confirmation is required)
- PoE capability (not listed; confirm none for primary MPN)
- EMC immunity/transient surge ratings for industrial environments
- Dimensions and weight for panel cutout and enclosure planning
Integration / Installation Notes
The SCALANCE XC208 is suited for DIN rail mounting inside a sealed cabinet or direct wall mounting in a protected enclosure. The IP20 rating means the enclosure must provide the actual ingress protection; this switch is not rated for outdoor or wash-down environments.
No cutout dimensions, connector depth, cable bend radius, or recommended torque values are present in the supplied fields. These mechanical details must be sourced from the Siemens Industrial Ethernet SCALANCE XC208 datasheet before enclosure design or panel layout proceeds.
The eight RJ45 ports support basic device-level network drops. Cable categories, maximum link lengths, and shielding requirements (industrialGrade vs. office-grade cabling) are not catalog-specified and should be reviewed in the installation manual.
Selection and Substitution Guidance
The SCALANCE XC208 is a first-tier catalog item; substitution with an alternate SCALANCE part should retain:
- Eight copper ports (same port count)
- 10/100 Mbps speed (or higher if gigabit acceptable)
- IP20 rating at minimum
- Operating temperature range covering the installation site
No substitution claim can be made without confirming the input voltage and connector pinout against the target system's power distribution and network architecture. The primary part is confirmed Active in the catalog; lifecycle status at the distributor should be verified separately.
Similar Catalog Parts
| Parameter | 6GK52080BA002AC2 (Primary) | 6GK52080BA002AB2 | 6GK52080BA002AF2 | 6GK52080BA002FC2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Copper Ports | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Copper Type | 10/100 | 10/100 | 10/100 | 10/100 |
| Connector Type | RJ45 | RJ45 | RJ45 | RJ11, RJ45 |
| Mounting Type | DIN Rail, Wall Mount | DIN Rail | DIN Rail | DIN Rail, Wall Mount |
| Operating Temp | −40°C ~ 70°C | 0°C ~ 60°C | 40°C ~ 60°C | −40°C ~ 70°C |
| Encapsulation | Bulk | Bulk | Box | Box |
| IP Rating | IP20 | IP20 | IP20 | IP20 |
| Similarity | — | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 |
Why they are similar All three alternates share the identical port count, speed class, connector type (with one RJ11 addition on the EEC variant), fixed configuration, IP20 rating, and DIN rail mounting option. They belong to the same Siemens SCALANCE 208 product line differentiated by operating temperature range, package type, and firmware variant code. The operating temperature range of 6GK52080BA002AC2 (−40°C to 70°C) is wider than the alternates listed; this is the primary differentiator for cold-climate or high-temperature cabinet installations. The bulk vs. box packaging affects how accessories and manuals are bundled rather than the switch hardware itself. Whether the EEC variant supports extended temperature or conformal coating is not confirmed in the supplied fields.
FAQ
Q: Does the SCALANCE XC208 support Gigabit Ethernet on any port? A: The catalog specifies copper type as "10/100" only. Gigabit capability is not listed; confirm against the Siemens SCALANCE XC208 datasheet before designing gigabit trunking or uplink paths.
Q: What is the input voltage range for the 6GK52080BA002AC2? A: The supplied fields do not include voltage or power consumption data. This parameter is critical for power supply sizing and redundancy planning; obtain from the official Siemens datasheet before finalizing the bill of materials.
Q: Is the SCALANCE XC208 a managed or unmanaged switch? A: The catalog title lists it as SCALANCE XC208 without explicit "managed" or "unmanaged" qualifier in the JSON fields. "XC" is typically the Siemens unmanaged switch product line, but management feature support must be verified in the datasheet if VLAN, QoS, or SNMP functionality is required.