Industrial networking fieldbus projects often hinge on a practical choice: match an established switch model, keep the purchase focused on a named industrial unit, or select a port layout that fits a compact network expansion. These four Ethernet switches divide into two Phoenix Contact 1085255 entries, a used N-TRON 708TX, and a new six-port switch with an RJ45 uplink and SFP port.
Quick take
Start with the equipment identifier if replacing or standardizing around a known unit. The two new Phoenix Contact choices both identify model and MPN 1085255, making them the direct pair to compare. Within that pair, the New In Box PHOENIX CONTACT 1085255 FL SWITCH Industrial Ethernet Switch carries the lower listed price.
Choose the N-TRON 708TX Industrial Ethernet Switch when the N-TRON 708TX model and its stated PLC/HMI industrial-automation focus matter more than buying new. Choose the Industrial 6P Ethernet Switch w/Industrial DIN-Rail 1 SFP Port 12Gbps Capacity when the stated mix of four Gigabit Ethernet ports, one RJ45 uplink, and one SFP port best matches the network layout. It also has the lowest listed price in this group.
Listed price comparison
The listed range runs from $29.99 to $194.99, an absolute spread of $165.00. Price is useful here, but the model-specific and port-specific choices serve different decision cases.
| Ethernet switch | Condition | Listed price | Relative price |
|---|---|---|---|
| New In Box PHOENIX CONTACT 1085255 FL SWITCH Industrial Ethernet Switch | New | USD 156.56 | |
| New In Box PHOENIX CONTACT 1085255 Industrial Ethernet Switch | New | USD 194.99 | |
| N-TRON 708TX Industrial Ethernet Switch | Used | USD 34.99 | |
| Industrial 6P Ethernet Switch w/Industrial DIN-Rail 1 SFP Port 12Gbps Capacity | New | USD 29.99 |
Decision matrix
- Need model 1085255: Focus on either Phoenix Contact listing. The FL SWITCH-titled entry is the lower-priced of the two new 1085255 options.
- Need a named N-TRON unit for PLCs and HMIs: The N-TRON 708TX is the relevant choice, with used condition as the key trade-off.
- Need an RJ45 and SFP combination: Pick the Industrial 6P Ethernet Switch for its four Gigabit Ethernet ports, RJ45 uplink, and one SFP port.
- Keeping the listed price as low as possible: The Industrial 6P Ethernet Switch is listed at USD 29.99.
- Want a new switch while staying with a specified Phoenix Contact model: The FL SWITCH 1085255 entry is the clearest fit among the two Phoenix Contact listings.
Product notes
New In Box PHOENIX CONTACT 1085255 FL SWITCH Industrial Ethernet Switch
This is the strongest Phoenix Contact choice for a shopper whose priority is a new switch identified specifically as model 1085255 and MPN 1085255. Its title also includes the FL SWITCH wording, while its description places it in automation communication between networked control equipment. That makes it a focused candidate when the equipment identifier is central to the decision. The limitation is its position near the upper end of the group's listed-price range: it is not the economical route if the main goal is a low entry price. It makes the most sense for a model-driven replacement or a setup centered on the 1085255 designation.
New In Box PHOENIX CONTACT 1085255 Industrial Ethernet Switch
Select this new Phoenix Contact switch when the stated model and MPN 1085255 are the deciding details and this exact product title is the intended match. Its description is oriented toward industrial communication among automation devices and control systems, so it belongs in a model-specific industrial Ethernet shortlist rather than a general port-layout comparison. The key limitation is straightforward: it has the highest listed price of the four options. Since the other Phoenix Contact entry is also new and carries the same 1085255 model and MPN, this choice has a narrower price case. It is best reserved for shoppers committed to this exact 1085255 entry.
N-TRON 708TX Industrial Ethernet Switch
The N-TRON 708TX stands out for buyers seeking the explicitly named 708TX model, especially where the stated PLC and HMI use aligns with the network's automation role. Its listed price sits close to the bottom of this comparison, while its description keeps the focus on industrial automation and motion-control communication. That combination makes it a sensible model-led alternative to the Phoenix Contact choices. The meaningful limitation is condition: this N-TRON switch is listed as used, unlike the three new entries. Choose it when the 708TX model is the relevant target and used condition fits the project's selection criteria.
Industrial 6P Ethernet Switch w/Industrial DIN-Rail 1 SFP Port 12Gbps Capacity
This new switch is the configuration-first pick. It specifies four Gigabit Ethernet ports, one RJ45 uplink, one SFP port, a 12Gbps switching capacity, and managed network type. Its description also states DIN-rail and wall mounting, plus an operating range of -40°C to 85°C. Those details make it the most clearly defined choice for a compact network needing both copper Ethernet connections and an SFP connection. The trade-off is the fixed six-port arrangement: it is aimed at projects that suit that exact mix of four Ethernet ports, an uplink, and one SFP port, rather than an equipment replacement defined by a Phoenix Contact or N-TRON model number.
Final recommendation by use case
For an exact Phoenix Contact 1085255 decision, choose the New In Box PHOENIX CONTACT 1085255 FL SWITCH Industrial Ethernet Switch because it is the lower-priced new 1085255 option. Choose the N-TRON 708TX Industrial Ethernet Switch for a named 708TX industrial-automation option when used condition is acceptable. For the clearest stated port plan-Gigabit RJ45 connections plus an SFP port-go with the Industrial 6P Ethernet Switch w/Industrial DIN-Rail 1 SFP Port 12Gbps Capacity. The higher-priced Phoenix Contact 1085255 entry is best suited to shoppers who specifically want that exact titled option.
