Press Release

Three Han-Smart® modules usher in the age of the intelligent industrial connector

MONTREAL, July 3, 2018 – In launching the first Han-Smart® modules, HARTING is bringing new,
intelligent capabilities to the highly esteemed, customer configurable Han-Modular® connector
system. Until now, industrial connectors have been used exclusively as passive devices for
carrying power, signal, data transmission and pneumatics – functions they continue to provide.
However, with Han-Smart® solutions, connectors can provide added value while beginning to evolve
into active devices to serve the needs of future manufacturing. These three modules are just the
beginning:

Han-Modular® Mini-Switch US4 module is a 4 port unmanaged Ethernet Mini-Switch that

supports RJ-45 terminated high speed Ethernet devices. An advanced Ethernet and network switch
in one, it facilitates the integration of additional Ethernet nodes to make expansion or retrofitting
easier than ever. For example, high-resolution cameras used for quality assurance or infrared
temperature sensors can be incorporated into a network at a point closer to the field – wherever
there is a Han-Modular® connector installed. The module supports 10/100/1000 Mbits/s. It's
Plug&Play compatible, with surge protection, and integrated LEDs that provide quick power and
network diagnostics.

Han-Modular® Surge Protection module puts transient overvoltage protection for analog and
digital devices in the connector that would otherwise require separate, external protective solutions.
This simplifies wiring arrangements, saving on space and labour cost. It protects up to two pairs of
balanced signals interfaces with electrical isolation against normative 8/20μs current pulses. The
preferred field of application for this module is for protecting low voltage signal interfaces (24VDC)
or machinery using 0/4-20mA current. The surge energy (5kv Surge per line) is discharged via the
earthed hinged frame of the Han-Modular® system.

Han-Modular® CAN ID Module has 10MB of memory storage for retaining the revision status of
drives and their parameters and other technical information. This helps ensure reliable operations,
minimizes downtime during setup or maintenance and can even form part of a predictive
maintenance program. During servicing, drive configuration data stored in the module is easily
accessed so individual machine elements can be swapped out or repaired faster. There is no need
to search for hardcopies or electronic files on a server. Maintenance history per location is easily
retrievable, even years later. There is no data loss in the event of a device exchange, and a correct
connection is virtually assured with verification using the stored machine data. Markets well-suited
for this module include wind energy, industrial building automation, machinery and robotics.

About HARTING

The HARTING Technology Group, family owned and based in Germany, employs more than 4,300
people globally with subsidiaries and branch offices in 40 countries. With production facilities in
Europe, Asia, and the Americas, the HARTING portfolio of connectivity solutions focuses on multiple
levels, from the machine to the device and into the communication infrastructure. The U.S. facility in
Elgin, Illinois is one of three HARTING locations that manufactures the HIS product line (HARTING
Integrated Solutions - backplanes) and custom cable assemblies. HARTING also has custom cable
assembly capabilities in Mexico and Brazil. The company’s core business is intelligent and high-
performance connection technology. HARTING works in almost all industrial markets with a focus on
requirements for robust, reliable connectivity solutions.

Telephone +1 (847) 741-1500 | more.info@HARTING.com | www.HARTING-usa.com

HARTING Americas | 1370 Bowes Road | Elgin, IL 60123
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Caption: The new Mini-Switch US4 module is one of three Han-Smart® modules for HARTING’s
Han-Modular® connector system. An advanced Ethernet and network switch in one, it facilitates the
integration of additional Ethernet nodes to make expansion or retrofitting easier than ever.

Media Contacts:

Christina Chatfield
VP Digital Strategy & Marketing Communications
HARTING North America
1370 Bowes Road
Elgin, IL 60123, USA
+1 (847) 717-9217
christina.chatfield@HARTING.com

Telephone +1 (847) 741-1500 | more.info@HARTING.com | www.HARTING-usa.com

HARTING Americas | 1370 Bowes Road | Elgin, IL 60123