Power over Ethernet (PoE)

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
TP-POE-1824

TP-POE-1824

Tycon Systems, Inc.

48V 802.3AF INPUT, SWITCH SELECT

0

PD-OUT/SP11

PD-OUT/SP11

Roving Networks / Microchip Technology

SP OUTDOOR

0

T0005671

T0005671

TEKTELIC Communications

EU POE INJECTOR FOR LORA GATEWAY

16

TP-POE-24IR-CI

TP-POE-24IR-CI

Tycon Systems, Inc.

24V 18W POE POWER INSERTER WITH

0

BB-806-39800

BB-806-39800

Quatech / B+B SmartWorx

POE POWER ADAPTER POE GIGA

0

TP-POE-24-10G

TP-POE-24-10G

Tycon Systems, Inc.

24V 1A 24W 10/100/1000/10000MB P

59

POE61U-560D

POE61U-560D

PHIHONG USA

POE INJECTOR 60W 56V DESKTOP

5

POE29U-1AF

POE29U-1AF

PHIHONG USA

POE INJECTOR DESKTOP C14 GIGABIT

0

POE576U-16AT

POE576U-16AT

PHIHONG USA

POE INJECTOR 30W RACK

14

GT-96300-3648-T2-PP

GT-96300-3648-T2-PP

GlobTek, Inc.

POE INJECTOR 48V 36W DESKTOP

32

CG-POE-CESAT

CG-POE-CESAT

Coolgear

22W POE TO USB-C PD POWER ADAPTE

0

PD-9501G-SFP/AC-EU

PD-9501G-SFP/AC-EU

Roving Networks / Microchip Technology

1-PORT AT 60W SFP AC EU CORD

5

TP-POE-HP-56G

TP-POE-HP-56G

Tycon Systems, Inc.

56V 100W 4 PAIR HIGH POWER GIGAB

0

TP-POE-24G

TP-POE-24G

Tycon Systems, Inc.

24V 24W GIGABIT POE POWER INSERT

0

TP-MS324

TP-MS324

Tycon Systems, Inc.

MID SPAN HIGH POWER 16.8W POE IN

0

TP-POE-HP-24

TP-POE-HP-24

Tycon Systems, Inc.

24V 48W HIGH POWER POE POWER INS

0

PD-3504G/AC

PD-3504G/AC

Roving Networks / Microchip Technology

4-PORT AF 15.4W AC INPUT

3

TP-POE-24

TP-POE-24

Tycon Systems, Inc.

24V 18W 10/100MB POE POWER INSER

44

3238

3238

Adafruit

802.3AF POE OUTPUT DATA & POWER

0

TP-MS4X4

TP-MS4X4

Tycon Systems, Inc.

MID SPAN, HIGH POWER 1A PER PORT

0

Power over Ethernet (PoE)

1. Overview

Power Supplies (PSUs) provide electrical energy to devices, categorized as external (AC adapters) or internal (mounted within devices). Power over Ethernet (PoE) integrates data and power delivery over Ethernet cables, enabling efficient power management for networked devices. PoE eliminates redundant cabling, reduces installation costs, and supports flexible device deployment in modern applications like IoT, surveillance, and smart buildings.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

TypeFunctional FeaturesApplication Examples
PoE (IEEE 802.3af)Up to 15.4W, legacy devicesIP phones, basic surveillance cameras
PoE+ (IEEE 802.3at)Up to 30W, dynamic power allocationPTZ cameras, video phones
PoE++ (IEEE 802.3bt Type 3/4)60W (Type 3), 90W (Type 4), 4-pair powerWireless APs, LED lighting, thin clients
UPoE (Cisco Universal PoE)Up to 60W, proprietary protocolDigital signage, high-power sensors

3. Structure and Components

PoE systems consist of Power Sourcing Equipment (PSE) and Powered Devices (PD). PSEs (e.g., switches, injectors) include controllers for power negotiation, isolation transformers, and protection circuits. PDs (e.g., cameras, APs) feature rectifiers, DC-DC converters, and signature detection circuits. External PSUs typically use AC-DC conversion, while internal PSUs integrate DC-DC modules.

4. Key Technical Specifications

ParameterImportance
Power Output (W)Determines device compatibility (e.g., 15.4W for VoIP phones)
Efficiency (80 PLUS Rating)Reduces energy waste and operational costs
Input Voltage RangeEnsures adaptability to global power standards (100-240V AC)
Protection FeaturesOvercurrent, overvoltage, and short-circuit protection
Compliance StandardsIEEE 802.3af/at/bt, UL 62368-1

5. Application Fields

  • Enterprise networks: Wireless access points, VoIP phones
  • Surveillance: IP cameras, PTZ domes
  • Smart buildings: LED lighting control, IoT sensors
  • Healthcare: Medical monitoring devices, mobile carts

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

VendorRepresentative Product
Cisco SystemsCatalyst 9200L Series PoE switches
Microchip TechnologyPoE++ (90W) controllers for PDs
TP-LinkTalkTalk L2+ PoE managed switches
Dell TechnologiesPowerEdge R760xa with integrated PoE+

7. Selection Recommendations

  • Match power output with device requirements (e.g., 90W for high-density APs)
  • Verify IEEE standard compatibility for interoperability
  • Evaluate thermal management for high-power PoE++ deployments
  • Consider managed PoE switches for remote monitoring and QoS control

8. Industry Trends

Future developments include higher power delivery (90W+), improved energy efficiency (80 PLUS Titanium), and integration with IoT ecosystems. Standards like IEEE 802.3bt enable multi-gigabit PoE for 5G small cells and edge computing devices. Smart PoE systems with AI-driven power allocation are emerging for dynamic load management in data centers.

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