Get a purpose‑built network solution tailored for your laser‑show infrastructure: a rack‑mounted 8‑port Ethercon® network switch housed in a pro AV‑grade rack module, designed specifically to integrate seamlessly with your KVANT laser systems and control racks. Whether you’re setting up a touring FOH rack, fixed install in a theatre or a truss‑mounted laser control station, this all‑in‑one unit gives you secure locking network ports, clean cable routing and rugged reliability under live‑event conditions.

Key Features & Benefits:

• Eight locking Ethercon® ports: Provides secure, robust RJ‑45 network connections using Ethercon style locking shells — no accidental disconnections mid‑show.

• Rack‑friendly housing: Built into a 1‑U (or appropriate) rack‑mount module with heavy metal construction, ready for road‑case transport or permanent install.

• Optimized for laser systems: Designed with laser show data in mind (ArtNet, sACN, ILDA, FB4/FB4 Multi systems) so you can centralise your network & laser control infrastructure.

• Tour‑ and install‑grade durability: Steel chassis, stress‑relieved ports, and built for harsh environments — ideal for rentals, touring and venue installs.

• Streamlined setup & cabling: With eight ports right in the rack, you reduce messy patch‑cables, make your network more organised and your deployment faster.

• Flexible use‑cases: Use it as FOH network hub, stage network distribution point, laser projector network bridge or system backbone for your laser show rig.

Typical Applications:

• FOH rack for a laser show: connect laser controllers, FB4 units, media servers, consoles and networked lighting via locking Ethercon ports.

• Touring laser rig: built into a flight‑case rack as the central data hub for all laser projectors, network nodes and control surfaces.

• Fixed installation: mounted in a venue AV rack to serve as the dedicated laser‐system network switch, simplifying long‑term maintenance.

Specification Highlights (typical – confirm exact model):

• Ports: 8 × Ethercon® locking RJ45‑compatible network ports

• Speed: Gigabit Ethernet (1 Gbps) per port (or as specified)

• Form factor: 1U rack mount metal chassis

• Power input: 100‑240 V AC (or specified by manufacturer)

• Mounting: Rack ears included, flight‑case compatible

• Environmental: Designed for touring / install use (shock, vibration, port stress managed)

• Network protocols supported: Standard Ethernet; ideal for ArtNet/sACN, ILDA control, laser networking

• Finish: Black powder‑coated chassis to match pro AV racks

Why Choose This Switch for Your Laser Rig?
In laser production, your data network is just as critical as your beam output. Typical consumer switches are fine for office use—but they don’t deliver locking connections, rugged build or quick installation features that pro rigs demand. By choosing this 8‑port Ethercon rack solution, you get a clean backbone for your laser systems, fewer cable failure points, easier setup/tear‑down and a professional look that fits your KVANT‑based rig without compromise.

Deployment & Use Tips:

• Label each port clearly (e.g., “Laser01 Ethernet”, “FB4 Net”) to speed setup and teardown.

• Use shielded Cat6 (or better) cables terminated with Ethercon locking plugs for maximum reliability.

• Mount the switch securely in your rack or flight‑case; avoid stacking heavy gear on top of cables.

• Ensure adequate ventilation in the rack to maintain network switch performance during long shows.

• Carry a spare surge‑protected power line into your rack to safeguard your network hub.