As industrial systems become more interconnected and data-driven, the need for connectivity solutions that offer superior performance, scalability, and flexibility is growing rapidly. Cervoz, a leading provider of industrial embedded modules, is meeting this demand with an expanding portfolio of innovative, real-world expansion solutions.
Seamless Expansion for Future-Ready Performance
Picture a smart logistics hub handling tens of thousands of packages a day, where Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) operates across vast spaces. In such environments, traditional RJ45 connections may initially suffice but as operation expand and AMRs navigate distances beyond 100 meters, connectivity becomes prone to signal degradation and industrial interference.
Cervoz addresses this challenge with its new series of Ethernet modules featuring Small Form-factor Pluggable (SFP) technology. The modular SFP design acts as a versatile, plug-and-play transceiver, enabling seamless conversion between electrical and optical signals and providing the flexibility to switch effortlessly between copper and fiber optic connections. Unlike conventional RJ45 connectors, which are limited to short-range communication, SFP-based solutions can transmit data over several kilometers, ensuring reliable connection through long-distance.
Cervoz’s M.2 SFP Ethernet expansion modules offer a practical upgrade path for such demanding applications. These new solutions feature a compact M.2 form factor and a PCIe interface supporting up to 5.0 GT/s (Gen 2). Available with one (2001-SFP) or two (2002-SFP) SFP ports, they support 1Gbps Ethernet over single-or-multi-mode fiber optics. Powered by the Intel I210 Gigabit Ethernet Controller and comply with IEEE 802.3x and 802.3z standards. Additional features such as Wake-on-LAN, hot-swap capability, and the optional MECFIX mounting system provide enhanced flexibility and ease of integration in diverse environments. This makes them ideal for large-scale automated environments such as logistics centers, smart factories, transportation hubs, and energy management facilities, where long-range and interference-free communication is critical for efficient operations.
