SCALANCE XB-200 - Number of copper ports - 16

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SCALANCE XB216, 16x 100M PROFINET

SCALANCE XB216, 16x 100M PROFINET

In stock
Code: 6GK5216-0BA00-2AB2
SCALANCE XB216 managed Layer 2 IE switch, 16X 10/100 Mbit/s RJ45 ports, 1x console port, diagnostics LED redundant power supply IEC 62443-4…
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6GK5216-0BA00-2TB2

6GK5216-0BA00-2TB2

In external stock
Code: 6GK5216-0BA00-2TB2
SCALANCE XB216 managed Layer 2 IE Switch, 16X 10/100 Mbps RJ45 ports, 1x console port, diagnostics LED red redundant power supply; IEC 6244…
Which switch for PROFINET networks?

Which switch for PROFINET networks?

Is it advisable to use cheap unmanageable switches for a few crowns or is it worth paying extra and buying manageable switches? Should I save money on buying switches for the production line or should I buy a quality PROFINET switch?