Getting data off the plant floor and onto a network, reliably and without a PC on every machine, is what most of this Advantech range is built for. Advantech is a Taiwanese industrial computing and IoT specialist, and the ~265 lines here lean heavily into two of its product families: ADAM data acquisition modules and industrial Ethernet networking hardware.
- ADAM I/O modules — digital and analogue I/O, RTD and thermocouple input modules (ADAM-6000 series and similar), used to bring field signals into a PLC or SCADA system over Ethernet or serial.
- Industrial Ethernet switches — managed and unmanaged switches, from small 5-port unmanaged units up to managed switches with Power over Ethernet, built for DIN-rail mounting in a control panel rather than an office rack.
- PoE injectors and media converters — including fibre-to-USB and similar conversion hardware for extending or bridging network runs.
- PCI and USB I/O cards — digital I/O and interface cards for building custom data acquisition into an industrial PC.
Most of this hardware is designed to survive on a factory floor rather than in an office — wider temperature ranges, DIN-rail mounting, and terminal-block or M12 connections instead of standard network jacks. If you're specifying a system rather than replacing a single failed unit, tell us the signal types and network protocol you're working with and we'll help match the right module.
We are not Advantech, and not an authorised Advantech distributor — genuine stock, sourced and supplied independently. Shipping worldwide, with industrial automation integrators across the UK, the Gulf and Southeast Asia among the regular buyers of this range.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between the ADAM modules and the Ethernet switches you stock?
ADAM modules bring physical signals (digital/analogue I/O, temperature) into a network; the switches move that data around the network once it's digital. Most control panels use both.
Do your Advantech switches support Power over Ethernet?
Some do — PoE-capable managed switches and standalone PoE injectors are both part of this range; check the specific product page for PoE output.
Can I get a replacement for an ADAM module that's been discontinued?
Often, yes — send us the model number and we'll confirm current availability or a compatible replacement.
