Siemens SCALANCE XB216 16-Port Managed Industrial Ethernet Switch
The Siemens SCALANCE XB216 is a managed Layer 2 Industrial Ethernet switch designed for reliable communication in industrial automation and control networks. It provides 16 x 10/100 Mbps RJ45 Ethernet ports in a compact DIN-rail-mountable enclosure, making it suitable for connecting PLCs, HMIs, industrial PCs, controllers and other Ethernet-enabled automation devices.
Unlike the unmanaged SCALANCE XB-100 family, the SCALANCE XB216 belongs to the managed SCALANCE XB-200 family. It provides network management capabilities and is available in Siemens variants configured for industrial communication environments, including PROFINET and EtherNet/IP applications.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Siemens |
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| Product Family | SCALANCE XB-200 |
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| Model | SCALANCE XB216 |
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| Product Type | Managed Layer 2 Industrial Ethernet Switch |
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| Ethernet Ports | 16 x RJ45 |
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| Ethernet Speed | 10/100 Mbps |
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| Duplex | Half/full duplex |
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| MDI/MDI-X | MDI-X pinning |
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| Console Port | 1 x serial console interface |
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| Management | Managed Layer 2 Industrial Ethernet |
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| Industrial Protocol Variant | Model/order-number dependent; available PROFINET and EtherNet/IP variants |
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| Power Supply | 24 VDC nominal |
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| Supply Voltage Range | 19.2 to 28.8 VDC |
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| Power Input | Redundant DC power supply |
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| Maximum Current | 0.28 A at 24 VDC |
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| Power Loss | Approx. 6.7 W at 24 VDC |
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| Housing | Polycarbonate PC-GF10 |
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| Protection Rating | IP20 |
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| Mounting | 35 mm DIN rail |
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| Dimensions | 80 x 117 x 109 mm |
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| Weight | Approx. 400 g |
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| Operating Temperature | 0°C to +60°C |
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| Storage Temperature | -40°C to +70°C |
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| Operating Humidity | Up to 95% at 25°C, non-condensing |
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| Cybersecurity | IEC 62443-4-2 certified on current 6GK5216-0BA00-2TB2 variant |
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Managed Industrial Ethernet Connectivity
The XB216 is designed for industrial networks where simple unmanaged switching is not sufficient. Its managed Layer 2 architecture provides administrators with greater control over industrial Ethernet infrastructure and allows the switch to be integrated into structured automation networks.
The 16 RJ45 ports support 10/100 Mbps Ethernet communication and can be used to connect automation controllers, operator panels, industrial computers, PLCs and other Ethernet-capable devices. Diagnostic LEDs provide local visibility of network and device status.
PROFINET and EtherNet/IP Integration
Siemens offers different SCALANCE XB216 order-number variants for industrial communication environments. The current 6GK5216-0BA00-2AB2 variant is specified with a PROFINET IO device interface and default PROFINET configuration, while 6GK5216-0BA00-2TB2 is specified with EtherNet/IP as the default industrial protocol. The exact MLFB/order number should therefore be confirmed before purchase.
Redundant Industrial Power
The switch operates from a nominal 24 VDC supply with a 19.2 to 28.8 VDC operating range. Redundant power input capability helps improve network availability in industrial control cabinets where continuity of communication is important.
Compact DIN-Rail Installation
The SCALANCE XB216 uses a compact polycarbonate housing measuring approximately 80 x 117 x 109 mm and is designed for installation on a standard 35 mm DIN rail. Its IP20 enclosure and 0°C to +60°C operating temperature rating make it suitable for protected control cabinets and industrial automation installations.
Industrial Applications
- Industrial automation networks
- PLC and HMI communication
- PROFINET automation infrastructure
- EtherNet/IP industrial networks
- Machine and production-line networking
- Control cabinet Ethernet connectivity
- Industrial PC and controller networks
- Factory-floor Ethernet infrastructure
Compatibility Considerations
The exact SCALANCE XB216 order number is important because Siemens offers variants with different industrial protocol defaults. Customers should confirm whether the required installation uses PROFINET or EtherNet/IP and verify the complete Siemens MLFB before ordering.
The XB216 provides 10/100 Mbps copper Ethernet ports and should not be selected where Gigabit Ethernet or fiber-optic uplinks are specifically required. For those requirements, another SCALANCE model may be more appropriate.
Siemens SCALANCE XB216 Price in Bangladesh
For the latest Siemens SCALANCE XB216 price in Bangladesh, contact Datacom Technologies (BD). Pricing and availability may vary depending on the exact MLFB/order number, sourcing, product condition, warranty and stock status.
Contact: sales@datacom.com.bd
When requesting a quotation, provide the complete Siemens order number, such as 6GK5216-0BA00-2TB2 or the required protocol-specific variant, to ensure the correct SCALANCE XB216 configuration is supplied.
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