Automotive Ethernet Media Converters
Bridge the Gap Between Conventional and Automotive EthernetMedia Converters for Automotive Ethernet
Media Convertors will be one of your first steps in testing and validating your Automotive Ethernet networks. Automotive Ethernet traffic cannot be monitored using the same techniques employed for buses like CAN. Ethernet networks use star topology, so there is no single point to monitor an entire network. The sophisticated technology employed also means bit values cannot be interpreted directly from voltage levels.
To put it simply if you need to connect an automotive Ethernet connection to a standard 4/8 wire connection you need a Media Convertor to get the traffic to your PC/Device.
As the leading media conversion technology provider, We understand the importance of having a reliable and efficient Automotive Ethernet media converter. With our RAD-Moon and RAD-Comet Series, you can easily tap into individual systems in your vehicle, test and use tools without having to worry about compatibility issues. We offer 100BASE-T1, 1000BASE-T1, 2.5GBASE-T1, 5GBASE-T1, 10GBASE-T1 “Multi-Gig” and 10BASE-T1S Media Converter for Automotive Ethernet and to 1000BASE-TX Ethernet connectors allow you to connect to different types of media and convert signals with ease. Plus, its compact design and easy installation make it a must-have tool for anyone working in the automotive industry.
Products – Simple, Inexpensive, Yet Powerful
Automotive Ethernet Media Converter Products
RAD-Moon - 100BASE-T1 Converter
The inexpensive, pocket-sized RAD-Moon easily interfaces conventional Ethernet with BroadR-Reach® (100BASE-T1 compatible). Powered by USB, the RAD-Moon allows you to communicate directly between a PC and an Automotive Ethernet ECU.
RAD-Moon 2 - 1000BASE-T1 Converter
RAD-Moon 2 allows you to convert from 100/1000BASE-T1 Automotive Ethernet to standard 10/100/1000 Ethernet, useful for connecting a PC to a 100/1000BASE-T1 host or switch.
RAD-Moon 3 - 2.5/5/10GBASE-T1 Converter
RAD-Moon 3 converts the Ethernet physical layer from 2.5GBASE-T1, 5GBASE-T1, 10GBASE-T1 “MultiGig” to MultiGBASE-T. This is needed to directly connect a PC equipped with the standard 8-wire Ethernet to an automotive ECU or Switch which use the 2-wire version of Ethernet specific to In-Vehicle Networks. (IVNs)
RAD-Comet 3 - 10BASE-T1S Converter
The RAD-Comet 3 is a versatile device for developing and testing 10BASE-T1S communication in automotive systems. It can be programmed to simulate a node on a 10BASE-T1S network as well as capture and analyze 10BASE-T1S traffic simultaneously with other vehicle networks.
RAD-Comet 2 - 10BASE-T1S Converter
The RAD-Comet 2 is a versatile device for developing and testing 10BASE-T1S communication in automotive systems. It can be configured and used to simulate a node on a 10BASE-T1S network as well as capture and analyze 10BASE-T1S traffic simultaneously with other vehicle networks.
RAD-Meteor - 10BASE-T1S Converter
Intrepid’s RAD-Meteor is a cost effective means to add a 10BASE-T1S (IEEE Std 802.3cg) port to your computer using USB. In addition to monitoring 10BASE-T1S traffic as if it were a standard Ethernet port, the RAD-Meteor network adapter supports the test modes and wave forms required to test the 10BASE-T1S network.
Media Converter Comparison Chart
| Products | RAD-Moon 3 | RAD-Moon 2 | RAD-Comet 2 | RAD-Meteor | RAD-Moon |
| Automotive Ethernet Network | 2.5/5/10GBASE-T1 "Multi-Gig" | 100/1000BASE-T1 | 10BASE-T1S, 100/1000BASE-T1, CAN FD and LIN | 10BASE-T1S | 100BASE-T1 |
| PHY | Marvell (88Q4364) or MV-Q3244 | Marvell (88Q2220M) | Microchip (LAN8671) and Marvell (88Q2221M) | Microchip LAN867X | NXP (TJA1100) |
| Connector | H-MTD (Optional MATEnet Adapter Cable) | H-MTD (Optional MATEnet Adapter Cable) | Industrial connector and H-MTD | Terminal Block | Molex Mini50 |
| Voltage Input | 6-40V | 4.5-40V | 5.5V-40V | 125mA at 5 V (bus load 1%), 140 mA at 5V (Test Mode 1) | 250 mA @ 5V or about 1.25W |
| Power | Barrel Jack | Ruggedized USB Type-C or Barrel Jack | Barrel Jack | USB Type-C | Mini-USB |
| Configure | Ruggedized USB Type-C connector for device configuration and firmware updates | Ruggedized USB Type-C for configuration and PHY register monitoring | Ruggedized USB Type-C connector for device configuration and firmware updates | USB Type-C | Mini-USB |
| TC10 | Yes | Yes | Yes (100/1000BASE-T1) | No | No |
| MACsec | Yes (MV-Q3244) | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Barrel Jack | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Programmable membrane label with LEDs | Yes | Yes | Yes | No - Display | No |
| Vehicle Spy 3 Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Learn More | RAD-Moon 3 >> | RAD-Moon 2 >> | RAD-Comet 2 >> | RAD-Meteor >> | RAD-Moon >> |
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RAD-Gigastar
The RAD-Gigastar can monitor one pair of 100/1000BASE-T1* connections with an additional pair of SFP cages to support optical/ copper SFP transceivers. In addition, the RAD-Gigastar can also operate as a programmable gateway to create an Ethernet-to-Ethernet or a CAN-Ethernet gateway.
RAD-Jupiter
Intrepid’s RAD-Jupiter is a rugged 7-port managed switch designed specifically for bench and vehicle network development. In addition to its Ethernet functionality, it integrates many of the key CAN, LIN, and scripting features found in our ValueCAN 4 family of tools.
RAD-Galaxy
The RAD-Galaxy is a BroadR-Reach® (100BASE-T1) multi active-tap / media converter with 12 Automotive Ethernet and 8 CAN FD channels.
