The diagram above illustrates a typical point-to-point media conversion scenario, supporting a range of data rates to bridge between standard Ethernet and Automotive Ethernet
On the Ethernet BASE-TX side, 100 Mbps,1000 Mbps, and now also 10 Gbps, most often connected with RJ-45, but if SFP-port any SFP+ transceiver or DAC can be connected. USB is also available on the market, with some concerns
On the Automotive Ethernet BASE-T1 side, 100 Mbps and 1000 Mbps speeds are the most common, but now the new 2,5, 5, and 10 Gbps are rising. The most common connector is the H-MTD connector but others like MATEnet, MQS and D-sub are also available.
Speeds: 100 Mbps, 1000 Mbps (1 Gbps), and 10 Gbps are supported.
Connectors: Typically RJ-45, but SFP/SFP+ ports allow for the use of various SFP/SFP+ transceivers or Direct Attach Copper (DAC) cables. USB connectivity is also available, though it may present certain limitations in some applications. M12 connectors are also used for IP classification.
Speeds: While 100 Mbps and 1000 Mbps are most common, emerging speeds of 2.5 Gbps, 5 Gbps, and 10 Gbps are increasingly prevalent.
Connectors: H-MTD is the most common connector type, but MATEnet, MQS, M12 and D-sub connectors are also used.
Below is a comparison of various media converter devices that we reccomend based on our experience
Choosing the optimal media conversion solution for your Automotive Ethernet needs can be challenging. We understand that factors like reliability, flexibility, price, and performance are crucial. What are your biggest priorities? Let us know your specific challenges so we can help you find the perfect fit.
For maximum reliability, single media converters offer a dedicated point-to-point conversion. However, if you need to connect multiple devices, a switching solution might be a more cost-effective option. While switches can be advantageous in certain scenarios, they also introduce some trade-offs that should be carefully considered for example latency, management overhead, packet drop, etc.
When selecting a media converter, consider these essential features:
Speed Conversion:Support for your required Automotive Ethernet BASE-T1 and Standard Ethernet BASE-TX speeds
Voltage Range: Compatibility with your system's voltage requirements
Connector Types:Availability of the necessary connectors (e.g., H-MTD, MATEnet, RJ-45, SFP/SFP+)
Link Status Indication: Clear output of link status via appropriate connectors for easy troubleshooting
Debugging Capabilities:Features that facilitate debugging and diagnostics
Signal Quality Indicator (SQI) Support:For monitoring signal integrity
Robust Casing and Protection: Suitable environmental protection, such as IP-67 classifikation
Additional Interfaces:Optional features like USB to CAN/CAN FD interfaces can expand functionality
Advanced Features:Support for TC10 (sleep mode/wake-up) or MACsec (security) for enhanced performance and security.
Compare Automotive Ethernet Media Converters Side-by-Side. Our free Product Comparison Matrix below lets you easily compare key features from top suppliers, including Technica Engineering and Intrepid CS.
100BASE-T1 was the very first version of Automotive Ethernet or Single-Pair Ethernet (SPE).
Produc Name
Media Converter 100BASE-T1 BCM
100BASE-T1 Media Converter
100BASE-T1 USB Interface
100BASE-T1 Media Converter
Automotive Ethernet Converter
Manufacturer
Technica Engineering
MACH SYSTEMS s.r.o.
MACH SYSTEMS s.r.o.
Intrepid CS
Axiomatic
Article Number
TE-1000
100BASET1-MC-ETH
100BASET1-USB-IF
RAD-Moon
AX141500, -S or -M
Speed supported
100BASE-T1
100BASE-T1
100BASE-T1
100BASE-T1
100BASE-T1
Ports & Connectors
Ethernet and MQS
1x 100BASE-T1 (D-SUB9M) 1x 100BASE-TX (RJ-45) 1 x CAN bus (D-SUB9M) 1 x Virtual COM Port (USB CDC, Micro-USB)
1x 100BASE-T11x USB Ethernet Network Card (NIC) 1 x Virtual COM Port (USB CDC, Micro-USB) 1 x CAN 2.0B (HS, D-SUB9M)
1x 100Base-T1 (Molex Mini50) 1 x 100Base -TX (RJ-45)
1 x 100Base-T1 (M12)
1 x 100Base-TX (M12)
Transceivers
Media Converter 100BASE - T1 BCM
100BASE-T1: TJA1102, 100BASE -TX: KSZ8041
100BASE-T1: NXP TJA1102, USB 2.0 LAN: Microchip LAN9500A
NXP (TJA1100)
Texas Instruments DP83TC811S-Q1
Voltage Range
8-16 V (12 V DC)
9-30 V DC with polarity protection either via DSUB or Micro-USB
USB-powered via Micro-USB (5 V DC)
250 mA @ 5V via Mini-USB
12V, 24Vdc nominal (8-36VDC power supply range)
Power consumption
2 Watt
2 Watt
2 Watt (150 mA @ 5 V (350 mA peak))
250 mA @ 5V or about 1.25W
650 mW @ 12 V typical
Size & weight
92x63x30 mm, 200 g
108x54x30 mm, 83 g
108x54x30 mm, 83 g
59x74x28 mm
106x46x33 mm, 68 g
EU declaration of conformity
CE, RoHS
EMC and RoHS
EMC and RoHS
CE marking
CE marking
Casing & Protection
Steel case, IP20
Plastic, IP20
Plastic, IP20
Rugged anodized aluminum and rubber
Rugged Nylon 6/6, 30% glass fill, IP-67, Suitable for high vibration and shock
Operating temperature
-40 to +80 Celsius
0 to +70 Celsius
0 to +70 Celsius
-40°C to 85°C
-40°C to 85°C
Latency
2.0 µsec
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Depending on OS (Windows, Linux, Mac)
60 - 780 ns
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Cable Set
Not included
Not included.
DIN-rail mount can be ordered separately
Not included
Ethernet cable and USB cable included
Not included
Configuration
2 DIP for Master / Slave and FullOut / HalfOut
2x DIP switch (Master / Slave, User)
2x DIP switch (Master / Slave, User)
Automatic master / slave configuration
Model AX141500-M acts as a master.Model AX141500-S acts as a slave.
Other features
Physical Layer conversion between 100BASE-T1 and 100BASE-TX
Master / Slave configuration for OABR
Automatic polarity detection for Slave
6 Status LEDs
Powered via DSUB9 or Micro-USB connector
PHY SMI registers accessible via CAN bus or USB virtual serial port.
Drivers included. Can be also used as a USB to CAN interface.
Link and activity LEDs for both connections.
The converter is designed for the harsh environments of off-highway or industrial equipment.
Price level
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Most vendors also have devices that are compliant with OPEN Alliance’s TC10 Automotive Ethernet Sleep / Wake-up and the MACsec Automotive Profile of OPEN Alliance’s TC17.
Product Name
Media
Converter
1000BASE-T1
H-MTD /
MATENET
(also availble with TC10)
100/1000
BASE-T1
MEDIA CONVERTER
H-MTD / MATENET
(also with TC10 & MACsec in V2)
RAD-MOON2
RAD-MOON2-TC10 & MACsec
Media Converter 1000BASE - T1 Nano MQS
Gigabit
Automotive
Ethernet
Converter
Manufacturer
Technica
Engineerng
MACH SYSTEMS s.r.o.
Intrepid CS
Intrepid CS
Technica Engineerng
Axiomatic
Article Number
TE-1403
(H-MTD)
TE-1406
(H-MTD TC10)
TE-1402
(MATEnet)
TE-1405
(MATEnet TC10)
1000BASET1 - MC - HMTD / MATENET
(with TC10 & MACsec in V2)
RAD-MOON2
RAD-MOON2-2220M
TE-1401-1
AX141550
Speed supported
100 & 1000
MBPS
100 & 1000 MBPS
100 & 1000 MBPS
100 & 1000 MBPS
1000 MBPS
100 & 1000 MBPS
Connectors
RJ-45, H-MTD / MATENet,
MQS (power),
micro USB-B
(debug)
RJ-45, H-MTD / MATENET, Molex Micro-Fit (power & CAN), micro USB-B and C (power)
100/1000BASE-T1 PHY (Marvell) with H-MTD connector
100 / 1000BASE-T1 PHY (Marvell) with H-MTD connector
RJ-45, Tyco Nano MQS Connectors for 100/1000Base -T1 and Power Supply
2x 8-pin M12 connectors
PHY
Marvell
88Q2112 A2
Marvell
Microchip (LAN8671) and Marvell (88Q2221M)
Marvell (88Q2220M)
Marvell 88Q2112 A2
Marvell 88Q2112
Votage Range
6V to 30V
(MQS)
7V to 30V (USB or Terminal block)
4,5-40 V
5-40 V
6,5 to 16 Volt DC (nominal 12 Volt DC)
12 Vdc, 24 V nominal (9 V to 36 V power supply range)
Power consumption
2 watt
1000Mbit: 150 mA @ 12 V100Mbit: 100 mA @ 12 V.
At least 1 A
At least 1 A
2 W
100 mA @ 12 Vdc; 50 mA @ 24 Vdc
Size & weight
89 x 72 x 28 mm,
220 grams
84 x 82 x 33 mm, 142 grams
138 x 64 x 33 mm, 450 grams
138 x 64 x 33 mm, 450 grams
95 × 95 × 32 mm, 250 grams
106 x 46 x 33 mm, 68 g
EU declaration of conformity
CE, Automotive
grade
CE
USCAR 777 - U - 002 - 1 - Z01
USCAR 777 - U - 002 - 1 - Z01
CE
CE markingISO 13766 - 1:2018
Casing & Protection
Robust steel,
IP-20
Robust Aluminium profile, IP-20
Anodized aluminium and rubber
Anodized aluminum and rubber
Robust steel, IP-20
Rugged Nylon 6/6, 30% glass fill, IP-67, Suitable for high vibration and shock
Operating temperature
-40 to +80
degrees
celcius
-20 to +70 degrees celcius
-40 to +85 Celsius
-40°C to +85°C
-40 to +80 Celsius
-40 to +85 Celsius
Latency
From 1.2 to 2.7 microseconds
TBD
TBD
TBD
2.0 us of each byte
TBD
Cable Set
Sold separately
Sold separately.
DIN-rail sold separately.
Sold separately
Sold separately
Sold separately
Sold separately
Configuration
Debugging
and firmware
update possible
via micro USB-B connection
Configuration
via DIP
- Switches: switch
1: Master /
Slave switch
2: 100 / 1000 Mbps switch
3: IEEE- / Legacy
- mode switch
4: Frame Generator
Dip switch, Auto negotiation
USB Type-C connector for device configuration and firmware updates
USB Type-C connector for device configuration and firmware updates
DIP switches
The unit is configured via the RS - 232 port to act as a Master or Slave for Automotive Ethernet
Other features
IP 20
Can be used as a USB to CAN (/FD) interface,
Free of Charge PC (Windows) Application:
- Read ports status: link, speed, master / slave, signal quality, insertion and return loss
- Override converter configuration: auto-negotiation, speed, IEEE / Legacy mode
- Run cable test
- Use the media converter as a USB - CAN (/FD) interface: configure CAN channel, transmit / receive CAN and CAN FD frames
Membrane switches allow switching between 100BASE - T1 and 1000BASE - T1
Membrane switches allow switching between 100BASE - T1 and 1000BASE - T1. Compliant with OPEN Alliance’s TC10 Automotive Ethernet Sleep / Wake-up requirements
Designed for use with the MACsec Automotive Profile of OPEN Alliance’s TC17.
IP 20
Compact
•IP67
•Suitable for high vibration and shock environments
Price class
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Product Name
RAD-MOON 3-3244
Media Converter 2.5/5/10GBASE-T1 MultiGigabit
10GBASE-T1 Media Converter
Manufacturer
Intrepid CS
Technica Engineerng
MACH SYSTEMS
Article Number
RAD-Moon3
TE-1415 (Broadcom)
TE-1416 (Marvell)
10GBASET1-MC
Speed supported
2.5/5/10GBASE-T1
2.5/5/10GBASE-T1
2.5/5/10GBASE-T1
Connectors
HMT-D, Barell jack & USB type C
SFP+, H-MTD, Micro USB-B, Tyco MQS socket
SFP+, HMT-D, USB, Tyco MQS-socket
PHY
Marvell (88Q4364) or MV-Q3244
Marvell
Marvell
Voltage Range
6V to 40V, Barrel jack
6V to 30V MQS
7V to 30V
Power consumption
750 mA at 12 V
3,5 W
1000 Mbit:150 mA@ 12V
100 Mbit: 100 mA@ 12V
Size & weight
137 x 63 x 32 mm, 91 g
100 x 93.5 x 27 mm, 300 grams
84 x 82 x 33 mm, 142 grams
EU declaration of conformity
CE
CE
CE
Casing & Protection
Anodized aluminium and rubber
Robust Aluminium profile, IP-20
Robust Aluminium profile, IP-20
Operating temperature
-40°C to +85°C
-40°C to + 85°C
-20°C to +70°C
Latency
Depends of speed and frame size
Depends of speed and frame size
Depends of speed and frame size
Cable Set
Ethernet cable (CAT6) and USB A typ to typ C
Power, 10GBASE-T1
Sold separatly
Configuration
Membrane buttons allowing device configuration without software - Switch between 2.5G, 5G, and 10G link speeds - Select the MultiGBASE-T1 PHY clock configuration
Micro USB-B for service/debug
4 dip switches, USB or CAN for configuration, PC-application via RJ45 for configuration
Other features
The device supports OPEN Alliance’s MACsec (TC17) and sleep/wake-up (TC10),and an SFP+ slot, allowing the use of any SFP+ compatible module.
The device supports OPEN Alliance’s MACsec (TC17) and sleep/wake-up (TC10),and an SFP+ slot, allowing the use of any SFP+ compatible module.
The device supports OPEN Alliance’s MACsec (TC17) and sleep/wake-up (TC10), and an SFP+ slot, allowing the use of any SFP+ compatible module.
Price class
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Product Name
SFP Module 1000BASE-T1
H-MTD
SFP+ Module MultiGigabit H-MTD
1000BASE-T1 SFP Module
2.5/5/10GBASE-T1 - MultiGBASE-T1 SFP+ Module with TC10 & MACsec
1000BASE-T1 with TC10 and MACsec SFP Module
Manufacturer
Technica Engineerng
Technica Engineerng
Intrepid CS
Intrepid CS
Intrepid CS
Article Number
TE-1440
PT-1445
88Q2112
SFP-MV3244-A1
SFP-MV2112-A2
Speed supported
1000BASE-T1
2.5/5/10Gbit/s
1000BASE-T1
IEEE 2.5/5/10GBASE-T1
IEEE 1000BASE-T1 gigabit
Connectors
H-MTD connector for Automotive Ethernet
H-MTD connector for Automotive Ethernet
H-MTD SPE connector
H-MTD SPE connector
H-MTD SPE connector
Voltage Range
3,3 VDC
3,3 VDC
3,3 VDC
3,3 VDC
3,3 VDC
Power consumption
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Size & weight
68 × 14 × 14 mm
68 × 14 × 14 mm
76.5 x 13.5 x 20.5 mm, 30 g
76.5 x 13.5 x 20.5 mm, 30 g
76.5 x 13.5 x 20.5 mm, 30 g
EU declaration of conformity
CE, Automotive
grade
CE, Automotive
grade
USCAR 777 - U - 002 - 1 - Z01
USCAR 777 - U - 002 - 1 - Z01
USCAR-EWCAP Drawing Number 777-U-002-1-Z01
Casing & Protection
Metallic enclosure and stainless steel connector, IP20
Metallic enclosure and stainless steel connector, IP20
Metallic enclosure and stainless steel connector, IP20
Fully metallic enclosure and stainless steel
Operating temperature
-40°C to +85°C
-40°C to +85°C
-40°C to +85°C
-40°C to +85°C
Cable Set
None
None
None
None
None
Latency
Dip switch no. 1:
Slave / Master setting
Dip switch no. 2:
100 / 1000Mbps
Dip switch no. 3:
IEEE / Legacy mode
Dip switch no. 4: Single Send S / Multiple Send S mode
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Price class
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