Altronix PACE1KL12S 10Base-T1L to Ethernet Media Adapter with 12V Power
Overview
The Altronix PACE1KL12S is a 10Base-T1L single-pair Ethernet media adapter designed for edge device deployments where running new Cat cable is impractical or cost-prohibitive. It bridges standard Ethernet networks to the IEEE 802.3cg 10Base-T1L protocol, delivering both data at 10Mbps and up to 20W of power across a single twisted pair — reaching as far as 1,000 meters (3,280 ft.) from the head end. That range puts it squarely in the conversation for perimeter cameras, access control readers, and sensors installed at distances that would require intermediate switches or repeaters under conventional PoE architectures.
For system integrators working on long-run edge deployments — industrial facilities, campuses, parking structures, or remote guard stations — the PACE1KL12S addresses one of the most persistent wiring constraints in physical security: getting both power and data to a device that sits far beyond the 100-meter limit of standard 802.3af/at PoE. Altronix's broader Altronix surveillance and power solutions catalog has long served integrators who need purpose-built infrastructure gear, and this adapter fits that lineage.
Key Features
- 1,000-Meter Single-Pair Reach: The 10Base-T1L protocol (IEEE 802.3cg) supports runs up to 1,000m (3,280 ft.) over a single twisted pair — roughly 10× the distance of standard 802.3af PoE. This eliminates intermediate switches or fiber runs on long-haul perimeter and campus deployments where every additional network node adds cost, failure points, and maintenance burden.
- 20W Power Delivery: 20W over the single pair is enough to power most fixed IP cameras, access control readers, intercoms, and environmental sensors without a separate power supply at the edge. Verify your end-device's actual watt draw — devices requiring PoE++ (802.3bt, 60–90W) won't be served here, but the majority of edge surveillance endpoints fall comfortably under 20W.
- 10Mbps Data Throughput: 10Mbps is the 10Base-T1L standard rate. For H.265-compressed surveillance streams — typically 1–4Mbps per camera at 1080p — this is adequate for a single edge device. Plan accordingly if you're considering daisy-chain architectures; bandwidth budgeting matters at this tier.
- -40°C to 75°C Operating Range: This is a genuine industrial temperature range, not a commercial-grade spec. From deep-freeze cold storage facilities to sun-exposed rooftop enclosures, the PACE1KL12S won't need a heated housing to stay operational. The storage temperature range matches (-40°C to 75°C), so shelf life in uncontrolled environments isn't a concern either.
- Compact Form Factor — 2.5
