Media Converters
Bridge the Gap Between Conventional and Automotive EthernetAs the leading media conversion technology provider, We understand the importance of having a reliable and efficient Automotive Ethernet media converter. With our RAD-Moon 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, 2.5/5/10GBASE-T1 “Multi-Gig” 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
RAD-Moon
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
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
Intrepid’s RAD-Moon 3 is the latest Ethernet Media Converter for Automotive Ethernet applications. The RAD-Moon 3 converts the Ethernet physical layer from MultiGBASE-T1 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)
Media Converter Comparison Chart
| RAD-Moon 3 | RAD-Moon 2 | RAD-Comet 2 | RAD-Meteor | RAD-Moon | |
| 2.5/5/10GBASE-T1 "Multi-Gig" Media Converter for Automotive Ethernet | 100/1000BASE-T1 Media Converter for Automotive Ethernet | 10BASE-T1S Development Interface with 100BASE-T1, 10/100/1000BASE-T, and CAN FD | Low Cost Device for Interacting with 10BASE-T1S Networks | 100BASE-T1 Ethernet Media Converter | |
| PHY | Marvell (88Q4364) | Marvell (88Q2220M) | Microchip (LAN8671) and Marvell (88Q2221M) | Microchip LAN867X | NXP (TJA1100) |
| Connector | H-MTD | H-MTD | 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 | Ruggedized USB Type-C or 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 | No | No |
| MACsec | No | 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 |
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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.
