The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) has officially released the IEC 63171-7 standard, defining the hybrid connector interface for industrial Ethernet communications. These standardized connectors support simultaneous data transmission and power delivery, making them ideal for industrial automation applications.
This new standard unifies the fragmented landscape of proprietary industrial Ethernet interface protocols, significantly reducing system integration complexity and costs. Industry leaders including ABB, Siemens, and Schneider Electric have already confirmed their support for adopting the new standard in next-generation products.
Standardization is the cornerstone of a healthy connector industry. The release of IEC 63171-7 will drive the standardization of the industrial Ethernet connector market and accelerate the deployment of the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT).
