852-1328 Wago Industrial-Managed-Switch;6-Port 1000BASE-T;2-Slot 1000BASE-SX/LX

Why Choose the WAGO 852-1328 Industrial Managed Ethernet Switch?

The WAGO 852-1328 is a compact industrial managed Gigabit Ethernet switch designed to deliver secure and reliable communication for automation systems, machine networks and industrial control cabinets. The switch features six 10/100/1000BASE-T RJ45 Gigabit ports and two SFP fibre-optic slots, allowing flexible copper and fibre connectivity within industrial Ethernet infrastructures. :contentReference

A key capability of the 852-1328 is integrated MAC Security (IEEE 802.1AE), enabling encrypted communication on the SFP fibre ports to protect network traffic. This makes the switch ideal for upgrading existing automation networks with enhanced security without altering the application or system architecture. :contentReference

The switch is engineered for harsh industrial environments with a rugged metal housing, redundant DC power inputs and a compact DIN rail mounting design. These features ensure dependable operation in automation cabinets and machine installations where secure network communication is essential. :contentReference

Key Advantages

• Managed Layer 2 Ethernet switch for industrial network control.
• 6 Gigabit RJ45 ports for high-speed device connectivity.
• 2 SFP fibre ports for long-distance communication.
• MACsec encryption support for secure network traffic.
• Redundant DC power inputs increase network reliability.
• Industrial design suitable for DIN rail installation.

Key Features

• Industrial lean managed Ethernet switch.
• 6 × RJ45 10/100/1000BASE-T ports.
• 2 × SFP slots supporting 1000BASE-SX/LX fibre modules.
• Integrated MACsec encryption (IEEE 802.1AE).
• Web-based configuration interface via HTTP/HTTPS.
• Network monitoring via SNMP v1/v2c/v3.
• Port authentication using IEEE 802.1X with RADIUS.
• Store-and-forward non-blocking switching architecture.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: WAGO
• Model: 852-1328
• Device type: Industrial managed Ethernet switch
• Management level: Lean managed Layer 2
• Copper ports: 6 × RJ45 10/100/1000BASE-T
• Fibre ports: 2 × SFP (1000BASE-SX/LX)
• Transmission speed: 10 / 100 / 1000 Mbit/s
• Switching method: Store-and-forward, non-blocking
• Network standards: IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab, 802.3z
• Security: IEEE 802.1AE MACsec, IEEE 802.1X authentication
• Protocols: SNMP, Modbus TCP, VLAN (802.1Q), QoS
• Supply voltage: 9 – 48 V DC
• Power supply: Redundant DC inputs
• Mounting: DIN rail (EN 60715)
• Protection rating: IP30
• Operating temperature: −20 °C to +70 °C
• Housing material: Metal industrial enclosure

Secure Networking for Industrial Automation

Industrial Ethernet switches provide the communication backbone for modern automation systems, connecting PLCs, sensors, drives and operator interfaces across production networks. Managed switches enable engineers to monitor performance, configure traffic priorities and maintain reliable data exchange across machines and production lines.

The WAGO 852 series managed switches combine Gigabit communication performance with built-in network security features. With MACsec encryption and authentication capabilities, the 852-1328 helps protect industrial Ethernet networks while maintaining compatibility with existing automation infrastructure. :contentReference

Typical Applications

• Industrial automation networks.
• Secure factory Ethernet infrastructure.
• Machine control and manufacturing systems.
• PLC and HMI communication networks.
• Industrial control cabinet networking.

Trusted by Automation Engineers

WAGO industrial networking equipment is trusted worldwide by automation engineers for delivering secure and reliable communication infrastructure in demanding industrial environments.