Phoenix Contact: NearFi – Transmit Power and Data Without Contact with Incredible Protocol-Independent Ethernet Technology That Minimizes Downtime
Phoenix Contact introduces NearFi, a contactless real-time transmission technology. NearFi couplers can transmit up to 50 Watts of power and 100 megabits of data per second, all without physical contact. Many factory automation applications, such as robot tool changes, rotary tables, and automated guided vehicle systems (AGVS), have moving parts subject to wear and tear. NearFi couplers can replace plug-in connectors and slip rings in these applications, minimizing repair and downtime costs.
