ProPlex Takes Its IQ, Opto, and Switch Hardware Outdoors with IP65/67-Rated IP Series

By: Justin Lang on August 15, 2026

ProPlex has been the go-to for touring DMX infrastructure for a long time, but the gear has always been happiest indoors or in a dry stage pocket. The new IP Series changes that — bringing the same IQ node electronics, Opto splitter guts, and GBS switching into enclosures rated IP65 and IP67, built for live outdoor productions, film sets, and any temporary install where the weather doesn’t cooperate.

Three products make up the range: the IQ IP (an Art-Net/sACN-to-DMX node), the Opto IP (optical splitter), and the SGBS IP (a small gigabit switch). All three share a die-cast body with impact-resistant finish, an armored glass LCD with capacitive touch buttons, and run on universal mains (100–240V). The electronics inside are the same proven ProPlex platform — the IP rating is the story here, not a new architecture.

More from ProPlex on the IP Series:

The new ProPlex IP range is a game-changer in portable data distribution, designed for demanding outdoor environments, including live productions, movie sets, and temporary installations of all kinds. Built around state-of-the-art ProPlex electronics, these devices ensure long-term performance in even the worst rainy or dusty conditions.

  • Powerful, proven, feature-rich ProPlex electronics
  • IP65 + IP67 ingress protection rating
  • Secure and uninterrupted data transmission even in rainy or dusty locations
  • LCD screen with armored glass and capacitive control buttons
  • Intuitive touch control, user-friendly interfaces
  • Highly durable die-cast body with impact-resistant finish
  • Optional backplates — various mounting options
  • Mains power: 100–240V 50/60Hz

Learn more about the ProPlex IP Series by visiting proplex.com.

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