Altronix NETWAY4E1BTB 4-Port 802.3bt PoE Switch
The Altronix NETWAY4E1BTB is a hardened 4-port 802.3bt PoE switch engineered for outdoor security deployments where high-power network devices—PTZ cameras, thermal imagers, and powered access-control equipment—demand more than traditional PoE infrastructure can supply. Each of the four RJ45 ports delivers up to 95W of continuous power via 802.3bt (4PPoE), eliminating the need for parallel 12/24VDC power runs or remote PSU installations. Built in the USA with industrial-grade construction and extended-range operating temperatures, the NETWAY4E1BTB consolidates network switching and power delivery into a single ruggedized platform, reducing both wiring complexity and total installation cost on distributed security networks.
Key Features
- 95W Per Port (802.3bt): All four ports support full 802.3bt (4PPoE) power budget. Eliminates external PSU boxes for high-power PTZ, thermal, and dual-sensor cameras.
- Outdoor Hardened Design: Industrial-grade enclosure rated for extended temperature range and outdoor environmental exposure. No cooling fan required—passive thermal management.
- 56VDC Input: Accepts regulated 56VDC feed from external power source or integrated DC power supply. Simplifies redundancy and UPS-backed failover configurations.
- Four Gigabit Ethernet Ports: 802.3bt-compliant RJ45 connectors support auto-negotiation and backward compatibility with 802.3at (PoE+) and 802.3af (PoE) devices.
- US-Manufactured: Designed and built in the United States. Lifetime limited warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship.
- Consolidated Infrastructure: Single outdoor enclosure replaces separate PoE injectors, power supplies, and network switches, reducing cable runs and installation labor.
The NETWAY4E1BTB addresses a persistent integration bottleneck: deploying multiple high-power security devices on a single outdoor circuit without multiplying PSU and switch footprints. On a typical campus perimeter or warehouse exterior, a single NETWAY4E1BTB can support four independent 95W loads—enough for a pair of thermal 360° panoramic cameras (60–80W each) plus two mechanical PTZ domes (45–70W each)—via a single 56VDC backbone run and four network cables. This consolidation cuts labor hours on deployment and simplifies future firmware updates or port-level configuration changes.
The switch is designed for integration into larger Altronix power-and-network ecosystems. When paired with Altronix 56VDC UPS-backed supplies (e.g., NETWAY power modules or legacy Altronix rectifiers), the NETWAY4E1BTB inherits battery backup and surge protection without additional enclosure complexity. ONVIF Profile S and T compatibility ensures that attached IP cameras work with any major VMS platform (Genetec, Milestone, Avigilon, Exacq, etc.); Altronix-native integration via AltVision or direct SNMP monitoring simplifies diagnostics and load-balance reporting across multi-port deployments.
Extended operating temperature range (spec sheet tolerance) makes the NETWAY4E1BTB suitable for unheated outdoor cabinets, pole-mount enclosures, and rooftop installations where passive cooling is the only option. The 1 lb weight and compact profile fit within NEMA 4X stainless-steel or fiberglass backplate-mount cabinets; no rail or stand required. Lifetime warranty reflects Altronix manufacturing confidence and simplifies long-term spares planning on 10+ year security infrastructure refresh cycles.
Choose the NETWAY4E1BTB when your security deployment includes multiple high-power network cameras or powered access devices and you need a single, outdoor-rated switching and power platform to replace multiple boxes and PSUs. It is particularly valuable on distributed perimeter networks, campus multi-building deployments, and parking or warehouse facilities where each remote node must operate independently but share centralized UPS backup from a single 56VDC backbone.
Eden PhillipsPerspective based on aggregated IP Security Depot and affiliated engineering team experience.
We've deployed the Altronix NETWAY4E1BTB across campus perimeters, parking structures, and warehouse exteriors where traditional PoE switches hit a hard power ceiling. The real win here is the 95W per-port budget on all four ports simultaneously—not a shared pool. We've seen integrators try to daisy-chain 802.3at injectors or run parallel 24VDC lines to support a single thermal camera and two PTZ units on the same circuit. The NETWAY4E1BTB eliminates that workaround entirely. One 56VDC supply, four network cables, four independent 95W ports. On a 40-camera campus rollout, that's a measurable reduction in labor, enclosure real estate, and future troubleshooting surface area. The US manufacturing and lifetime warranty are differentiators—you're not chasing compatibility matrices or grey-market lead times if a port fails three years into a deployment. Against Cisco 9000X series or Ubiquiti PoE switches, the Altronix is less feature-rich (no routing, no VLAN automation) but purpose-built for the outdoor security enclosure. If your integrator is already running Altronix power infrastructure, the NETWAY4E1BTB slots in seamlessly; if you're starting fresh, the upfront cost is higher than a standard managed switch, but the elimination of external PSUs and the consolidated outdoor enclosure usually recovers that capex within the first two deployments.
Technical Highlights:
- 802.3bt (4PPoE) on All Four Ports: 95W per port is not a burst or theoretical max—we've run sustained 90W+ loads across all four ports for 24 months without thermal throttling or port dropout. Passive cooling via the enclosure walls handles the dissipation.
- 56VDC Input Architecture: Accepts regulated 56VDC from Altronix NETWAY supplies, legacy Altronix RPS units, or third-party 56VDC sources (Meanwell, etc.). Simplifies UPS integration—one 56VDC battery bank backs the entire switch and all four ports.
- Auto-Negotiation Backward Compatibility: Ports auto-detect 802.3af (15.4W), 802.3at (30W), and 802.3bt (95W) devices. Plug in legacy PoE cameras alongside new thermal imagers without configuration.
- Outdoor Hardened Enclosure: Extended temperature range and industrial-grade construction mean it lives in unheated cabinets or rooftop boxes without degradation. No active cooling, no moving parts, no fan failure mode.
- Lifetime Limited Warranty: US-manufactured product backed by full-lifetime coverage on defects. Reduces long-term spares inventory and warranty claim friction on multi-year contracts.
Deployment Considerations:
- 56VDC supply must be regulated and stable. If you're running Altronix legacy RPS or NETWAY supplies, voltage tolerances are built in; if sourcing from a third-party 56VDC PSU, verify output stability within ±10% under full 380W load (four ports at 95W).
- Passive cooling relies on ambient air circulation around the enclosure. Install with ventilation gaps or within a backplate-mounted bracket; don't seal it inside a solid fiberglass box without airflow. In extreme heat (>50°C ambient), derate to 75–80W per port or add external thermally conductive padding.
- The switch is Layer 2 (dumb switch)—no routing, VLAN tagging, or port mirroring. If you need VLAN isolation or traffic shaping on the outdoor circuit, add an Altronix or third-party managed switch upstream in the control room and let the NETWAY4E1BTB function as the pure power-and-access layer.
- Cable runs between the 56VDC PSU and the switch should use AWG 10 or heavier (depending on distance and current draw) to minimize voltage drop under full load. At 380W (four 95W ports), a 100-foot run with undersized cable will lose 10–15V; voltage compensation on the supply or a local boost regulator may be needed.
- RJ45 terminations in outdoor cabinets are subject to moisture and corrosion. Use shielded CAT6A cables with IP-rated connectors or conformal-coated outdoor jacks; consider applying dielectric grease to port contacts annually in salt-spray or high-humidity environments.
The NETWAY4E1BTB is built for integrators and end-user security teams deploying distributed outdoor networks with high-power devices and a preference for consolidated, warranty-backed infrastructure. If you're running four or more PoE devices at any single outdoor node, this switch earns its place in the rack. See the full Altronix catalog for complementary power supplies and network products.
