Axis 02445-001 PoE+ Injector

Axis 02445-001 PoE+ Injector

The Axis 02445-001 solves a common deployment problem: when an IP camera or networked device sits beyond your primary PoE switch's 100-meter range, or at a network edge where adding another switch isn't practical, you need localized power injection at the point of use. The 02445-001 is a single-port PoE+ injector that delivers 802.3at power (up to 30W) while remaining completely transparent to network traffic. Data and power travel the same Ethernet cable without interference, latency, or protocol translation.

Key Features

• 802.3at PoE+ (30W max): Supplies up to 30W per port — enough for most mid-range IP cameras, wireless access points, and edge analytics appliances without requiring auxiliary 12VDC or 24VAC power supplies at remote locations. This eliminates a potential failure point and reduces installation complexity at sites far from your main power infrastructure.
• Single-Port Architecture: Designed for point solutions where one device needs dedicated power injection. Each injector is optimized for one load; attempting to split 30W across multiple devices will exceed the budget and violate 802.3at specifications.
• Network-Transparent Pass-Through: Data flows uninterrupted alongside power. Your network sees the connected device exactly as if it were plugged directly into a PoE switch — no latency, no packet manipulation, no protocol translation. This matters when you're integrating with network video recorders, video management systems, or any ONVIF-compliant device.
• 100-Meter Ethernet Support: Standard IEEE 802.3 limits Ethernet runs to 100 meters (328 feet) from switch to device. The 02445-001 lets you inject power at the 100-meter mark, eliminating the need to run a separate power cable the entire distance or install a switch at a remote location.
• Edge Deployment Ready: Mount the injector near your endpoint — rooftop camera, warehouse corner, outdoor antenna — and eliminate long power runs. Reduces capital expense (no remote PoE switch needed), saves rack space at your head end, and simplifies maintenance in field locations.
• Seamless Integration: Works with any 802.3at-compliant device. No special drivers, firmware updates, or configuration required. Plug the upstream Ethernet into the input port, connect the powered device to the output port, and it works immediately.

Integration and Compatibility

The 02445-001 integrates into any standard network using unshielded twisted-pair Ethernet. Use it to extend Axis IP cameras and third-party devices beyond your primary PoE switch range. Because the injector is protocol-agnostic, it supports any video management system, ONVIF-compliant NVR, or network application running over Ethernet — no compatibility testing needed.

Typical use cases include powering a single rooftop camera in a warehouse, injecting power for an outdoor access point on a perimeter fence, or supporting an isolated edge server at a remote gate. The injector passes all standard Ethernet traffic (unicast, multicast, broadcast) without modification, so it works with video surveillance, analytics, access control, or any networked device drawing under 30W.

When to Choose a Different Model

If you need to power multiple devices at one location, look for a multi-port PoE+ injector or a small managed PoE switch instead. Stacking multiple 02445-001 units is wasteful and harder to manage.

If your device draws more than 30W, the 802.3at standard is a hard ceiling. You'll need 802.3bt (PoE++, up to 60W or higher) or a dedicated 12VDC/24VAC power supply independent of the network cable.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I use the 02445-001 to power multiple devices simultaneously?

A: No. The 02445-001 is a single-port injector. It delivers 802.3at power to one device at a time. Connecting multiple devices would exceed the 30W power budget and violate 802.3at specifications.

Q: What happens if my device draws more than 30W?

A: The injector cannot exceed the 802.3at limit. If your device requires more than 30W, you need 802.3bt PoE++ (Class 4 or higher, up to 60W or more) or a separate dedicated power supply.

Q: Will the 02445-001 add latency or slow down my network?

A: No. The injector is transparent to network traffic. Data passes through without modification, translation, or processing delay. You will see no difference in network performance compared to direct switch connection.

Q: Can I use this with any IP camera or networked device?

A: Yes, as long as the device is 802.3at-compliant and draws 30W or less. This includes Axis cameras, third-party ONVIF devices, access points, edge servers, and analytics appliances. No special configuration required.

Q: Does the 02445-001 require any configuration or management?

A: No. It is a passive injector with no management interface, IP address, or firmware. Plug it in and it works immediately.

Q: What is the maximum cable distance from the 02445-001 to my device?

A: Standard Ethernet is rated for 100 meters (328 feet) from the injector output to the powered device. Beyond that, signal degradation occurs.

Eden Phillips

Perspective based on aggregated IP Security Depot and affiliated engineering team experience.

The Axis 02445-001 is a workhorse for extending PoE coverage in sprawling warehouse and perimeter deployments. It's dead simple — no management overhead, no latency, no protocol stack to debug. If you've got a camera or access point sitting just beyond your switch's 100-meter reach, this injector solves it cleanly.

Technical Highlights:

• 802.3at PoE+ at 30W max: Covers most mid-range cameras and edge devices. No need to run separate 12VDC or 24VAC lines to remote locations — one cable does both data and power, reducing installation labor and single points of failure.
• Network-transparent pass-through: Zero latency, zero packet manipulation. Your VMS sees the attached device exactly as if it were plugged into the switch directly. This matters when you're running multicast analytics or high-bandwidth H.265 streams.
• Single-port, single-device design: The 02445-001 is optimized for one load. Do not attempt to split the 30W budget across multiple devices or stack injectors in series — both violate 802.3at spec and create maintenance headaches.

Deployment Considerations:

• Power budget is a hard limit. Verify your device's actual power draw before installation. If it peaks above 30W under load (especially high-wattage IR cameras), you'll need 802.3bt or auxiliary power.
• The injector itself is passive — no configuration, no IP address, no firmware updates to manage. It sits between your upstream Ethernet and the powered device. Keep the cable runs under 100 meters total from switch to injector to device.

The 02445-001 is the right choice for single-point remote power injection: rooftop cameras, fence-line access points, or isolated warehouse corner devices. If you're powering more than one device at a location, bite the bullet and install a small managed PoE switch instead.