Panduit POEXTX1 Single-Port PoE Extender Transmitter
The Panduit POEXTX1 is a single-port PoE extender transmitter designed to overcome the 100-meter distance limitation inherent in standard Ethernet cabling. In surveillance and access control deployments where IP cameras, intercoms, or wireless access points must be positioned beyond the reach of a single Ethernet run, this transmitter works in tandem with a compatible receiver unit to extend both data and power delivery up to an additional 100 meters. Engineered for integrators managing perimeter cameras, parking-lot coverage, or campus-wide networks, the POEXTX1 eliminates the need for intermediate network switches or dedicated power drops at remote device locations.
Key Features
- Single RJ45 port transmitter for point-to-point PoE extension beyond standard 100m Ethernet limits
- Compact 3.51" × 1.98" × 1.01" form factor mounts in tight enclosures or behind equipment racks
- Passes PoE power and Gigabit Ethernet data over Category cable to paired receiver unit
- UL 60950-1 listed and RoHS compliant for integration into code-compliant installations
- Black enclosure with keyed connector prevents accidental mis-deployment in receiver role
Standard Ethernet infrastructure is engineered for a maximum cable run of 100 meters (328 feet) before signal degradation or power loss renders devices unreliable. In large facilities—warehouse perimeters, campus quads, parking structures, loading docks—this distance constraint forces integrators to install intermediate switches, fiber runs, or dedicated AC circuits, each adding cost, failure points, and ongoing maintenance. The POEXTX1 transmitter solves this problem by sitting at the 100-meter mark and regenerating both the Ethernet signal and PoE power budget, effectively doubling the reach to 200 meters total when paired with a compatible receiver at the far end. This approach preserves a pure copper infrastructure while extending coverage to remote endpoints without introducing managed switches or AC wiring at exposed locations.
The transmitter accepts a PoE-powered Ethernet feed from an upstream switch or injector and outputs a clean regenerated signal to the next 100-meter segment. Integrators install the POEXTX1 at an intermediate point—inside a weatherproof enclosure on a pole, within a cable tray junction, or mounted to the back of an equipment rack—then run a second Category cable to the receiver unit positioned near the powered device. The compact 89.2 mm × 50.3 mm × 25.7 mm housing fits in shallow back-boxes and doesn't require fan cooling or dedicated power, making it suitable for concealed installations in finished ceilings or outdoor NEMA enclosures. The single-port design is optimized for dedicated point-to-point links rather than hub-and-spoke topologies, ensuring predictable latency and full-duplex Gigabit throughput per endpoint.
Panduit's PoE extender system is UL 60950-1 listed and RoHS-compliant, meeting the safety and environmental standards required for commercial construction projects, government facilities, and healthcare installations. The transmitter is shipped in cartons of 24 units, simplifying bulk procurement for large-scale rollouts where dozens of perimeter cameras or remote access points require extended reach. Each unit is backed by Panduit's manufacturer warranty and integrates into the company's broader copper systems portfolio, ensuring consistent connector quality, cable-compatibility documentation, and technical support when field issues arise. For integrators managing multi-building surveillance or structured cabling projects, the POEXTX1 provides a code-compliant, field-proven method to extend PoE reach without the cost and complexity of fiber conversion or mid-span AC power.
