Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) currently produces 27XX units, each requiring HiPot (high potential) testing on their 20 Ethernet ports before commercial use. The HiPot Testing Station utilizes ethernet cables to assess the unit’s ports but faces a limitation of testing a maximum of 12 ports simultaneously. This constraint requires a changeover time to test the remaining 8 ports, prompting a need for efficiency improvements. The overarching goal is to reduce the time required for testing an individual unit by either increasing the number of ports tested concurrently or minimizing the changeover time.

Our design

Our design presents a notable advancement in the efficiency of switching Ethernet cables, striking a balance between affordability, ease of replacement, and user-friendly features. In contrast to the traditional manual cord operation, the Quick Connect/Disconnect system drastically cuts down overall handling time by 70%. This significant improvement is attributed to the organizational advantages of cable management, coupled with a notably faster plug-in and removal process. See how it works below!