Description
Hirschmann ENT 10515-R | AC Plug-In Power Supply
Product Introduction
When an older Hirschmann ASGE rack goes dark because its internal power module has failed, replacing the entire networking chassis is often unnecessary. Hirschmann ENT 10515-R is the plug-in AC power-supply module used with the legacy ASGE industrial networking platform. Hirschmann documentation identifies it as an accessory/spare power supply for ASGE equipment, including systems using redundant power-supply arrangements.
The electrical architecture is straightforward: the documented ENT 10515-R AC version operates from 230 VAC, 50/60 Hz, with approximately 100 VA input power per supply. ASGE rack configurations could use one or two of these plug-in supplies depending on the chassis, making the exact chassis model and redundancy arrangement important before substitution.
ENT 10515-R
Key Technical Specifications
- Manufacturer: Hirschmann
- Model: ENT 10515-R
- AC Variant: ENT 10515-R AC
- Product Type: Plug-in power supply
- Application: Hirschmann ASGE industrial networking equipment
- Input Voltage: 230 VAC
- Input Frequency: 50/60 Hz
- Power Input: 100 VA per power-supply unit
- Installation: Plug-in rack/module format
- System Compatibility: ASGE-series networking equipment
- Redundancy: Supported in ASGE configurations using two power supplies
- Country Association: Germany
- Legacy Status: Production of the ASGE family ended; Hirschmann’s published notice lists June 30, 2005 as the last order date and December 31, 2005 as the last delivery date for ENT 10515-R AC.
- Related DC Variant: ENT 10515-R 24VDC — a different power-input version and not a drop-in AC equivalent.
One procurement detail deserves emphasis: Hirschmann documentation distinguishes ENT 10515-R AC from ENT 10515-R 24VDC. Do not order based solely on the shortened “ENT 10515-R” designation when the existing chassis requires the AC version.
Application Scenarios & Pain Points
Legacy ASGE Network Cabinet
An older industrial Ethernet cabinet can remain completely functional for years while its power module becomes the single point of failure.
ENT 10515-R AC was designed for precisely this type of rack architecture. The ASGE documentation lists the module as a plug-in power supply and specifies configurations with one or two power supplies depending on the chassis.
With vs. Without Redundant Power
With dual supplies:
- One power module can support the redundancy architecture.
- The rack can use separate supply modules according to the ASGE chassis design.
- Maintenance can focus on the failed power unit rather than the complete networking rack.
Without a correct replacement:
A failed power module can take an otherwise serviceable legacy network offline. For production equipment where replacing the entire network architecture would require new switches, cabling, configuration, and downtime, sourcing the original power module can be the more practical MRO route.
230 VAC Industrial Installations
ENT 10515-R AC belongs to the AC-powered ASGE architecture. The documented input is 230 VAC at 50/60 Hz, with 100 VA power input per supply.
That makes input-voltage verification the first electrical check—not an afterthought.
Long-Life Legacy Networks
Hirschmann’s own historical documentation confirms that ASGE production ended in 2003, followed by discontinuation of the remaining accessories, including the ENT 10515-R AC.
That explains why this module now appears primarily through surplus, used, refurbished, and industrial MRO channels.
QA & Live Testing SOP
For Hirschmann ENT 10515-R, the physical condition of the module matters almost as much as the label.
Our preferred inspection sequence:
- Confirm the ENT 10515-R identification.
- Verify whether the unit is specifically marked AC.
- Inspect the input connector and chassis interface for corrosion, deformation, or overheating.
- Check the power-supply housing for cracks, impact damage, or evidence of moisture exposure.
- Inspect accessible components for discoloration or thermal damage.
- Verify the intended ASGE chassis before applying power.
- Energize the module using a controlled 230 VAC test source with appropriate protection.
- Verify startup behavior and output stability against the applicable ASGE documentation.
- If testing in an actual ASGE rack, verify network equipment startup and supply redundancy where the chassis supports dual supplies.
- Record the physical label and serial information for traceability.
- Package the module in ESD-safe and shock-resistant material.
Current secondary-market listings confirm that ENT 10515-R AC continues to circulate as used and refurbished industrial equipment, so condition and test history should be treated as procurement variables—not assumptions.
Field Engineer’s Pitfall Guide
❗ Do not confuse the AC and 24 VDC versions.
Hirschmann documents both ENT 10515-R AC and ENT 10515-R 24VDC. The 24 VDC unit is not an electrical substitute for a 230 VAC rack supply.
❗ Check the exact ASGE chassis configuration.
Some ASGE systems use one power supply while others use two. The documented architecture includes configurations with redundant plug-in supplies. Verify the chassis before assuming one replacement module is sufficient.
❗ Do not judge an old power module only by whether it powers up.
Aged electrolytic capacitors and thermal components can produce intermittent behavior under load. A module that survives a quick bench power-up is not automatically proven healthy for continuous industrial service.
Intent-Driven FAQ
Q: What is Hirschmann ENT 10515-R used for?
A: ENT 10515-R AC is a plug-in power-supply module used in Hirschmann’s legacy ASGE industrial networking equipment. It provides operating power to the network chassis rather than performing Ethernet switching itself.
Q: Is ENT 10515-R an Ethernet switch?
A: No. It is a power supply module. The networking and Ethernet functions are provided by the compatible ASGE networking cards installed in the rack.
Q: What voltage does ENT 10515-R AC use?
A: The documented AC version uses 230 VAC, 50/60 Hz, with approximately 100 VA power input per power-supply unit.
Q: Is ENT 10515-R 24VDC the same as ENT 10515-R AC?
A: No. They are different input-voltage versions. Hirschmann separately identifies the ENT 10515-R AC and ENT 10515-R 24VDC variants. Verify the existing chassis and electrical supply before ordering.
Q: Is Hirschmann ENT 10515-R discontinued?
A: Yes. Hirschmann’s historical documentation states that the ASGE family had already ended production and lists ENT 10515-R AC with a last order date of June 30, 2005 and last delivery date of December 31, 2005.
Q: Can ENT 10515-R be used as a replacement power supply for an ASGE rack?
A: Yes, when the rack is designed for the ENT 10515-R AC module. Confirm the exact ASGE chassis, input voltage, connector arrangement, and redundancy configuration before installation.
Q: Why is ENT 10515-R still difficult to source?
A: It is legacy hardware from the discontinued ASGE platform. The original production window ended many years ago, so current supply largely comes from industrial surplus, used, refurbished, or remaining-stock channels.
Q: What should I verify before buying a used ENT 10515-R?
A: Verify ENT 10515-R AC, not merely ENT 10515-R; confirm 230 VAC input, inspect the connector and housing, request actual-unit photographs, and preferably obtain evidence of power-on testing under an appropriate load.
Bottom line: Hirschmann ENT 10515-R AC is a legacy 230 VAC plug-in power supply for ASGE industrial networking racks, not a network switch or communications card. The exact AC/DC variant and ASGE chassis compatibility must be confirmed before installation.
