PoE Injectors & Midspans
Showing Results for PoE Injectors & Midspans
-
Altronix
SKU: NETWAY5PQ
Altronix NETWAY5PQ 5-Port Managed PoE+ Switch
5-port managed PoE+ switch for hardened security deployments
- 5 PoE+ ports with intelligent per-port power management in compact board form
- Managed switching with device discovery for networked security infrastructure
- Extended operating temperature range rated for outdoor and harsh environments
$636.12 $384.99 Save $251.13The item has been added -
Altronix
SKU: NETWAY5PQWP
Altronix NETWAY5PQWP 5-Port PoE+ Hardened Switch
Outdoor PoE+ switch with 4×30W ports, NEMA 4/4X rated, battery backup
- Four PoE/PoE+ ports at 30W each support gigabit IP cameras and access control
- NEMA 4/4X, IP66 enclosure rated for harsh outdoor deployments year-round
- Embedded LINQ supervision with per-port monitoring and battery charger integration
$1,228.74 $742.99 Save $485.75The item has been added -
Altronix
SKU: NETWAY5PWP
Altronix NETWAY5PWP 5-Port PoE+ Hardened Switch
4-port PoE+ switch in stainless steel enclosure for outdoor security
- 30W per port over gigabit connections for cameras and access readers
- NEMA 4/4X stainless steel, IP66 rated for harsh outdoor environments
- 115VAC input with integrated battery charger for backup power support
$1,282.04 $703.99 Save $578.05The item has been added -
Altronix
SKU: NETWAY5PQWPN
Altronix NETWAY5PWPN WITH LINQ TECH - NETWAY5PQWPN
In stock · Ships same business day$934.64 $712.99 Save $221.65 -
Altronix
SKU: NETWAY5PQWPX
Altronix NETWAY5PWPX WITH LINQ TECH - NETWAY5PQWPX
In stock · Ships same business day$1,516.55 $832.99 Save $683.56 -
Altronix
SKU: NETWAY5PQX
Altronix NETWAY5PX WITH LINQ TECH - NETWAY5PQX
In stock · Ships same business day$997.79 $760.99 Save $236.80 -
Add to Cart The item has been addedAltronix
SKU: NETWAY81G
Altronix NETWAY81G 8-Port PoE+ Midspan Injector
8-port PoE+ midspan injector with 240W budget for non-PoE networks
- 240W total power budget supports multiple high-draw devices like PTZ cameras
- PoE+ (IEEE 802.3bt) per-port delivery for surveillance and access control
- 19-inch rack mount; retrofits existing non-PoE switch infrastructure
$1,117.36 $596.99 Save $520.37The item has been added -
Altronix
SKU: NETWAY81GP
Altronix NETWAY81GP 8-Port PoE Midspan Injector
8-port PoE midspan injector, 480W total, 60W per port max
- 8 independent PoE ports with intelligent per-port current limiting
- 480W total power budget supports high-power endpoints simultaneously
- 19-inch rack-mount form factor; UL listed & CE certified
$1,924.19 $1,028.99 Save $895.20The item has been added -
Add to Cart The item has been addedAltronix
SKU: NETWAY8BT
Altronix NETWAY8BT 8-Port 802.3bt PoE Midspan
8-port 802.3bt PoE++ midspan with 90W per port over 100m Cat5e
- 480W aggregate power budget runs eight 60W devices simultaneously
- 90W per port across all four twisted pairs eliminates remote injectors
- Network-managed per-port monitoring with 115/230VAC input selection
In stock · Ships same business day$2,156.68 $1,178.99 Save $977.69The item has been added -
Altronix
SKU: NETWAY8G
Altronix NETWAY8G Netway8G
8-port gigabit PoE injector with 240W budget for IP cameras
- 30W per port at 10/100/1000 Mbps supports high-power devices
- Managed per-port control with 100m transmission range on Cat5e/Cat6
- Rack-mount 230VAC unit with battery charging capability
$1,146.33 $614.99 Save $531.34The item has been added -
Add to Cart The item has been addedAltronix
SKU: NETWAY8GP
Altronix NETWAY8GP 8-Port Managed PoE Midspan 480W
8-port Gigabit PoE midspan with 480W budget for mid-scale deployments
- 60W per port supports PTZ cameras, dual-sensor systems, and access control
- Network-managed port control via SNMP for remote supervision and diagnostics
- Accepts 115VAC or 230VAC input with built-in battery charging capability
In stock · Ships same business day$1,953.17 $1,072.99 Save $880.18The item has been added -
Altronix
SKU: NETWAYSP16A
Altronix NETWAYSP16A 16-Port Fiber Media Converter
16-port fiber converter for extended copper-to-fiber media conversion
- 16 independent bidirectional conversion ports in single 1U rackmount chassis
- Fiber optic transmission eliminates EMI/RFI susceptibility of copper cabling
- Extends network reach beyond standard copper distance limitations for distributed sites
$5,381.99 $2,873.99 Save $2,508.00The item has been added -
Add to Cart The item has been addedAltronix
SKU: NETWAYSP1A
Altronix NETWAYSP1A Ether over Fiber Media Converter
Ethernet to fiber media converter with PoE power, 100m+ range
- Converts twisted-pair Ethernet to single/multimode fiber, eliminates EMI
- PoE-powered (802.3af) — no external supply needed for field install
- Compact DIN-rail mount for distributed surveillance and access control
In stock · Ships same business day$154.39 $153.99 Save $0.40The item has been added -
Altronix
SKU: NETWAYSP1BT
Altronix NETWAYSP1BT PoE++ Ethernet-to-Fiber Media Converter
PoE++ media converter bridges Ethernet and single-mode fiber up to kilometers
- 90W PoE++ (802.3bt) passes full power across fiber link to remote devices
- Dual 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet ports with hot-swappable 1G SFP transceiver
- Hardened outdoor plastic enclosure rated for extended transmission distances
$558.90 $306.99 Save $251.91The item has been added -
Altronix
SKU: NETWAYSP1BT2
Altronix NETWAYSP1BT2 802.3bt Switch/Conv-90W/2-SFP
802.3bt PoE++ media converter with dual fiber for outdoor 90W reach
- 90W PoE++ supports high-power devices up to 100m via CAT5e copper
- Dual 1Gb SFP ports accept multimode or single-mode fiber for distance
- NEMA 4/4X stainless steel, IP66 rated, operates -40°C to 60°C outdoors
$595.47 $326.99 Save $268.48The item has been added -
Altronix
SKU: NETWAYSP1BT2WPX
Altronix NETWAYSP1BT2WPX 2-Port 802.3BT PoE++ Injector
Dual 802.3BT PoE++ injector, 230VAC input, extended cable runs
- Two independent PoE++ ports deliver simultaneous power to devices
- 230VAC mains input supports global deployment scenarios
- Extended-length output configuration for flexible cable management
$1,390.55 $763.99 Save $626.56The item has been added
PoE Injectors & Midspans
PoE injectors and midspans provide Power over Ethernet to devices such as IP cameras, intercoms, and access control hardware. These solutions are ideal when adding PoE to non-PoE switches or expanding power capacity in existing network deployments.
Plan Your Deployment
- Power requirements (PoE, PoE+, PoE++, total wattage)
- Number of devices and port capacity planning
- Distance limitations and cable quality considerations
- Integration with existing switches and infrastructure
- Redundancy and long-term scalability needs
PoE Injectors & Midspans — Engineering-Grade PoE Power Delivery for Commercial Deployments
This category covers 294 working models of poe injectors & midspans sourced manufacturer-direct or through channel-direct US distribution. Build the rest of your system around the architectural choices below — compatibility, environmental rating, and lifecycle decisions made here propagate through every downstream component you specify.
What to Look For
Match the PoE class to the device load. 802.3af delivers up to 15.4W at the source (12.95W at the device) and powers most fixed-lens cameras and access readers. 802.3at (PoE+) reaches 30W and supports motorized cameras, illuminators, and heated outdoor housings. 802.3bt (PoE++/4PPoE) goes to 60-90W for large PTZs, multi-imagers, and devices with integrated heaters and wipers.
Single-port injectors vs. midspan multiport units depends on the scale. A handful of cameras at fixed locations are economical with single-port injectors near the device. Sites with 16+ PoE devices benefit from a midspan (Microsemi PowerDsine, Phihong, Lantronix) that consolidates power management. PoE switches absorb the role for larger sites where unmanaged power is acceptable.
Cable length and conductor gauge affect deliverable power. 100 m of Cat5e at full 802.3bt load drops voltage enough that some devices report under-volt errors. For runs near the 100m limit, use Cat6 with all 4 pairs and confirm the injector's voltage-at-source spec. For longer-than-spec runs, PoE extenders (Veracity, Phybridge, ComNet) regenerate the signal mid-run.
Surge protection, grounding, and outdoor-rated housings matter for exterior PoE injectors. Lightning-induced surges destroy PoE-powered devices through the network cable as quickly as direct strikes. Inline ethernet surge protectors (Ditek, Transtector) at both ends of the run protect both the injector and the camera. Use Cat6A shielded for runs exiting the building, with proper grounding at the equipment rack.
Key Specs in This Category
| Spec | Available Options |
|---|---|
| Resolution | Thermal, 6MP, 20MP+ |
| IP Rating | IP68, IP66 |
| Connectivity | Wired, Single-Mode Fiber, Multi-Mode Fiber, Wi-Fi, Ethernet over Coax, WiFi + Wired |
| Power | PoE+, PoE, PoE++, AC/DC, 24VAC, 12VDC |
| Channels | 8 |
| Type | Power Supply, Switch, PoE Adapter, PoE Injector, PoE Switch, Network Hub, PoE Device, Media Converter |
Top Brands in This Category
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between 802.3af, 802.3at, and 802.3bt?
802.3af (PoE) provides up to 15.4W at the source — standard for fixed cameras and access readers. 802.3at (PoE+) reaches 30W — for motorized cameras, illuminators, and small PTZs. 802.3bt (PoE++/4PPoE) reaches 60-90W (Type 3 and Type 4) — for multi-imager cameras, large outdoor PTZs, and devices with integrated heaters. Match the injector class to the device's PoE rating; over-spec'd injectors don't harm devices but cost more.
Can I run PoE on Cat5e or do I need Cat6?
Cat5e supports 802.3af and 802.3at to the full 100 m run length without issue. For 802.3bt at 60W+ over long runs, Cat6 with shielded conductors is more reliable — Cat5e can deliver but voltage drop approaches the limits of the spec. For new installs, Cat6 is the safe baseline; for retrofits over existing Cat5e, validate end-to-end voltage at the device after installation.
How far can PoE run?
The IEEE standard caps PoE at 100 m on copper. PoE extenders (Veracity Outreach, Phybridge UniPoE, ComNet PoE extenders) regenerate the signal at intermediate points and stretch the effective run to 300-1000 m depending on the product. For runs beyond 100 m on a single segment, fiber-to-the-camera with media converters is often cheaper than chained extenders.
Do I need a PoE injector if I already have a PoE switch?
If your PoE switch has sufficient per-port budget and total PoE budget for all connected devices, no — the switch handles power delivery. Injectors are needed when (a) the existing switch is non-PoE and replacing it isn't viable, (b) a single device needs higher PoE class than the switch supports, or (c) the device is placed far from the switch and a local injector with shorter run is preferable.
Will a PoE+ device work on a PoE switch port?
Only if the switch port delivers 802.3at (PoE+) or higher. A pure 802.3af port (15.4W max) cannot reliably power an 802.3at device that needs up to 30W — the device will fail to negotiate or will reset under load. Confirm the switch's per-port PoE class capability in its datasheet, not just the aggregate PoE budget. Many older switches are af-only despite total-budget numbers that suggest otherwise.
Need help choosing? Talk to a Senior Specialist — direct line 877-277-7147 or request a quote.