Altronix EBRIDGE1PCRT Ethernet-over-Coax PoE Kit

Altronix EBRIDGE1PCRT Ethernet-over-Coax PoE Injector Adapter Kit

Overview

The Altronix EBRIDGE1PCRT is a single port Ethernet-over-Coax (EoC) adapter kit designed for security integrators and installers who need to extend network connectivity over existing coaxial infrastructure. This kit includes both the transceiver (injector) and receiver, enabling bidirectional data transmission at 25Mbps over distances up to 500 meters on standard coaxial cabling. The EBRIDGE1PCRT generates Power over Ethernet (PoE) at the receiver end, making it suitable for powering IP cameras, access control devices, and other PoE-compatible endpoints in installations where network infrastructure already relies on coax runs.

Key Features

• 25Mbps EoC Transmission: Delivers reliable Ethernet data rates over coaxial cable, compatible with standard IP video and access control protocols
• 500-Meter Range: Extends connectivity distances on existing coax infrastructure without requiring new network cabling runs
• PoE Generation at Receiver: The receiver unit outputs Power over Ethernet, eliminating the need for separate power injectors or local power supplies at remote endpoints
• Dual Power Input Options: Receiver accepts either 24VDC or 24VAC input, providing flexibility for integration with existing power infrastructure
• Complete Kit Configuration: Package includes both transceiver (injector) and receiver units, ready for immediate deployment
• UL Listed: Meets UL safety standards for use in commercial security and telecommunications applications
• Wired Connectivity: Hardwired installation with no wireless interference concerns, suitable for mission-critical security deployments

Integration & Compatibility

The EBRIDGE1PCRT integrates into existing security systems that currently utilize coaxial cabling for analog video or legacy connections. This adapter kit bridges that infrastructure to modern IP-based devices by converting Ethernet signals to and from coax transmission. The PoE output at the receiver means integrators can power IP cameras and networked sensors directly from the EBRIDGE1PCRT receiver without additional power infrastructure. The single port design makes this kit ideal for point-to-point connections where one remote device or small cluster requires network connectivity over an established coax backbone.

Package Contents

The kit includes one transceiver unit (injector side) and one receiver unit. The receiver requires a 24VDC or 24VAC power source for operation, which can be sourced from existing security system power supplies or dedicated 24V circuits common in installation environments. No additional cabling adapters or external power injectors are required for PoE delivery to the remote endpoint.

Ted Perry

I've specified the Altronix EBRIDGE1PCRT in retrofit projects where existing coaxial runs needed to carry modern IP traffic without excavation or new runs. The ability to generate PoE at the receiver eliminates a common integration pain point—powering remote IP cameras when only coax infrastructure exists at the far end.

Technical Highlights:

• EoC Architecture: The EBRIDGE1PCRT transceiver converts Ethernet frames to coaxial transmission and back, preserving 25Mbps throughput suitable for H.264/H.265 video streams and secure access control data
• PoE Output: Receiver generates PoE directly, meaning the remote device (camera, reader, access point) draws power through the same connection, reducing BOM and installation labor
• Dual Input Voltage: 24VDC or 24VAC receiver input accommodates both switched DC supplies and traditional analog power systems common in legacy security installations

Deployment Considerations:

• Verify coax cable condition and impedance; RG-6 or better recommended for maximum 500m performance
• Confirm receiver power supply capacity; PoE output is downstream of receiver input, so size the 24V source for both receiver and endpoint power budget
• Position transceiver and receiver units in climate-controlled spaces when possible to maintain rated performance; extended sun exposure on outdoor coax may degrade signal

For integrators working with mature security infrastructure, the EBRIDGE1PCRT represents a pragmatic path to IP modernization without ripping and replacing perfectly functional coax backbone runs. The built-in PoE simplifies single-camera or single-device deployments considerably.