Power over Ethernet (PoE)

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
POE31W-1AT

POE31W-1AT

PHIHONG USA

POE INJECTOR 30W 56V DESKTOP

0

PSA16U-480

PSA16U-480

PHIHONG USA

POE INJECTOR 15.4W 48V DESKTOP

0

POE31U-1AT

POE31U-1AT

PHIHONG USA

POE INJECTOR 30W 56V DESKTOP

0

POE60U-560(G)

POE60U-560(G)

PHIHONG USA

POE INJECTOR 60W 56V DESKTOP

0

POE61S-4AF

POE61S-4AF

PHIHONG USA

POE EXTENDER 15.4W 48V BRACKET

0

POE33U-560DO

POE33U-560DO

PHIHONG USA

POE INJECTOR 33.6W 56V

0

PSA15R-480PE

PSA15R-480PE

PHIHONG USA

POE INJECTOR 15W 48V WALL

0

POE31U-560

POE31U-560

PHIHONG USA

POE INJECTOR 30W 56V DESKTOP

0

POE806U-8MP-N

POE806U-8MP-N

PHIHONG USA

POE INJECTOR 95W 56V RACK

0

POE33S-1AT-N-R

POE33S-1AT-N-R

PHIHONG USA

POE INJECTOR 33.6W 56V

0

POE480U-8UP

POE480U-8UP

PHIHONG USA

POE INJECTOR 60W RACK

0

POE21-120F

POE21-120F

PHIHONG USA

POE SPLITTER 21W 12V DESKTOP

0

POE240U-4UP-N

POE240U-4UP-N

PHIHONG USA

POE INJECTOR 60W 56V DESKTOP

0

POE370U-480-8-N

POE370U-480-8-N

PHIHONG USA

POE INJECTOR 15.4W RACK

0

POE61U-560DG

POE61U-560DG

PHIHONG USA

POE INJECTOR 60W 56V DESKTOP

0

POE31U-240

POE31U-240

PHIHONG USA

POE INJECTOR 30W 24V DESKTOP

0

POE16R-1AF-RPA

POE16R-1AF-RPA

PHIHONG USA

POE INJECTOR 15.4W 56V WALL USA

0

POE75U-1UP-N

POE75U-1UP-N

PHIHONG USA

POE INJECTOR 75W 56V DESKTOP

0

POE31W-240

POE31W-240

PHIHONG USA

POE INJECTOR 30W 24V DESKTOP

0

POE31U-560DO

POE31U-560DO

PHIHONG USA

POE INJECTOR 15W 56V DESKTOP

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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