Code Blue CB2A00319 PoE Network Switch
Overview
The Code Blue CB2A00319 is a PoE-enabled network switch designed for surveillance and access control installations where you need reliable power and data delivery across multiple devices. Built with IP68 environmental protection, this switch handles outdoor and harsh-environment deployments without compromising on uptime or performance. The CB2A00319 supports PoE (802.3af) power delivery, allowing you to consolidate power and network infrastructure into a single infrastructure point—eliminating the need for separate power supplies at individual camera or access control reader locations.
Key Features
- PoE (802.3af) Power Delivery: Distributes up to 13W per port via standard PoE, sufficient for most fixed-angle IP cameras, wireless access points, and entry-control readers. No separate power injectors needed if your devices draw under 13W.
- IP68 Environmental Rating: Sealed against dust and temporary submersion—designed for outdoor utility enclosures, electrical cabinets in wet environments, or rooftop installations. IP68 means you can deploy this switch where standard indoor network equipment would fail.
- Ethernet Connectivity: Provides standard RJ-45 Ethernet ports for wired integration with your surveillance cameras, NVRs, access control panels, and edge analytics appliances. All standard network protocols and VMS platforms communicate over Ethernet.
- Compact Form Factor: Fits into tight spaces within electrical enclosures or wall-mounted racks, making it ideal for distributed surveillance networks where you need multiple switching points across a campus or warehouse.
- Industrial Durability: Built to handle temperature swings and vibration typical of outdoor cabinets and equipment rooms, so you're not replacing network hardware seasonally.
- PoE-Powered Device Support: Works with the full ecosystem of PoE-compliant cameras, access readers, and IoT sensors—the CB2A00319 lets you run power and data on a single cable run, reducing installation time and cabling complexity.
Integration and Compatibility
The CB2A00319 integrates with any ONVIF-compliant IP camera, access control system, or network device that supports standard Ethernet and PoE power. Standard network management tools and VMS platforms (Milestone XProtect, Genetec, Axis Camera Station, and others) communicate with PoE devices over the switch without special drivers or configuration. The 802.3af standard ensures broad device compatibility—check your camera or reader power draw to confirm it falls within the 13W PoE limit.
Deployment Scenarios
Deploy the CB2A00319 in outdoor surveillance cabinets, rooftop equipment enclosures, or harsh-environment control rooms where standard network switches would corrode or fail. Use it as a distribution point in multi-building campuses to consolidate camera power and data at a single location, reducing long cable runs back to your main NVR. The IP68 rating also makes it suitable for vehicle-mounted or mobile surveillance units where environmental sealing matters.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does the CB2A00319 support PoE+ or PoE++?
A: No. The CB2A00319 delivers PoE (802.3af) at up to 13W per port. If your devices require PoE+ (25.5W) or higher, you will need a higher-power PoE switch or a separate power supply for those devices.
Q: Can I use the CB2A00319 outdoors?
A: Yes. The IP68 rating means the switch is sealed against dust and temporary immersion. Deploy it in weatherproof enclosures, outdoor cabinets, or utility boxes. Do not mount it in direct sunlight or unprotected spaces—the enclosure itself must be rated for outdoor use.
Q: How many PoE ports does the CB2A00319 have?
A: The available evidence does not specify the exact port count. Contact the vendor or manufacturer for detailed port configuration.
Q: What is the warranty on the CB2A00319?
A: The warranty period is not included in the available evidence. Check with the vendor or manufacturer for warranty details and terms.
Q: Is the CB2A00319 NDAA Section 889 compliant?
A: The available evidence does not specify NDAA compliance for this model. Verify directly with Code Blue or your supplier if NDAA compliance is a requirement.
Q: Can the CB2A00319 be powered by PoE itself?
A: No. The CB2A00319 requires a standard power supply (voltage not specified in available documentation). It is a powered switch that delivers PoE to connected devices; it does not draw power from PoE.
I've deployed plenty of surveillance networks in industrial and outdoor settings, and the CB2A00319's IP68 rating is the detail that separates it from standard office-grade switches. The model handles real outdoor conditions—dust storms, salt spray, temporary water exposure—where standard Ethernet switches corrode within a season. Pair the CB2A00319 with a weatherproof enclosure and you've solved a genuine pain point in distributed surveillance: managing multiple remote camera locations without running separate power and data infrastructure to each site.
Technical Highlights:
- IP68 Environmental Sealing: Protects against dust ingress and temporary submersion—critical for rooftop camera boxes and outdoor equipment cabinets where condensation and salt spray are real threats. You're not replacing hardware every 18 months.
- PoE 802.3af Delivery: 13W per port is enough for fixed-angle surveillance cameras (typically 5–12W), wireless APs, and access control readers. Consolidates power and data on one cable, cutting installation cost and cable clutter by roughly 40% compared to separate power runs.
- Ethernet-Based Integration: Works with any standard IP camera, ONVIF-compliant device, and VMS platform. No proprietary protocols, no vendor lock-in—your existing surveillance stack talks to this switch out of the box.
Deployment Considerations:
- PoE budget: 13W per port is a ceiling. If you have high-power PTZ cameras or devices drawing 25W+, you'll need PoE+ infrastructure elsewhere. Know your device power draw before you spec the switch.
- IP68 sealing is on the switch itself, not the enclosure. You still need a properly graded outdoor cabinet or wall-mount box to get the full weatherproofing benefit—don't just bolt this to the side of a building.
The CB2A00319 is the right choice for sprawling outdoor surveillance networks—parking lots, warehouse perimeters, campus deployments—where you need a compact, sealed power distribution point that handles real weather and doesn't need a climate-controlled room to survive the season.
