Veracity VHW-HWPS-CBB HIGHWIRE Powerstar PoE Extender

Veracity VHW-HWPS-CBB HIGHWIRE Powerstar PoE Extender

Overview

The Veracity VHW-HWPS-CBB is a PoE extender designed to extend power and data delivery across longer cable runs in security and network installations. As part of the HIGHWIRE Powerstar platform, this device supports 10/100 Mbps Ethernet connectivity, making it suitable for mid-range bandwidth applications including IP cameras, access control systems, and network-connected security devices. Operating across a temperature range of -10°C to 50°C (-14°F to 122°F), the VHW-HWPS-CBB delivers reliable performance in both indoor and controlled outdoor environments.

Key Features

• PoE Extension Capability: Extends Power over Ethernet delivery to remote devices, eliminating the need for additional power runs at remote endpoints
• 10/100 Mbps Speed: Supports Fast Ethernet connectivity for security cameras, door controllers, and IoT-class network devices
• Broad Operating Temperature Range: Rated -10°C to 50°C, accommodating both heated and cooled indoor installations as well as sheltered outdoor deployments
• HIGHWIRE Powerstar Platform: Integrates seamlessly with Veracity's HIGHWIRE ecosystem for streamlined system architecture
• Compact Design: Suitable for installation in cable runs, conduit systems, and equipment racks where space is constrained
• Transparent Pass-Through: Maintains full Ethernet frame transparency, allowing unmodified traffic to reach destination devices

Integration & Compatibility

The VHW-HWPS-CBB integrates with standard PoE infrastructure and works with any 10/100 Ethernet device requiring extended power delivery. It functions transparently in mixed-vendor environments where IP cameras, NVRs, and access control systems share the same network backbone. The device supports both 802.3af and 802.3at PoE standards (subject to power budget constraints), making it compatible with legacy and current-generation powered devices. Installation technicians can deploy the VHW-HWPS-CBB inline within existing cable runs, in junction boxes, or mounted in 19-inch racks using optional adapters.

Operating Environment

With an operating temperature specification of -10°C to 50°C, the Veracity VHW-HWPS-CBB performs reliably in climate-controlled security operations centers, indoor camera installations, and protected outdoor enclosures. This range accommodates most North American and temperate climate deployments. For installations requiring extended cold-weather operation or high-temperature industrial settings, alternative products with wider thermal ratings should be evaluated.

Jerry Tildsen

I evaluated the Veracity VHW-HWPS-CBB during a distributed camera deployment across a multi-building campus. The core value here is straightforward: when your PoE injector or switch is 200+ feet from endpoint devices, this extender lets you exceed standard Ethernet run limits without running dedicated 24V power lines. The VHW-HWPS-CBB handles the mechanical and electrical burden transparently.

Technical Highlights:

• PoE Pass-Through: Regenerates and re-transmits PoE power and data on the remote side of long cable runs, maintaining full power budget to end devices
• 10/100 Compatibility: Works with all standard 10Base-T and 100Base-TX devices, including older analog-to-IP converters that don't require Gigabit speeds

Deployment Considerations:

• Budget thermal headroom—at 50°C upper limit, confirm your PoE injector can supply adequate current without voltage sag over the extended run
• Install the extender as close to the midpoint of your cable run as practical to balance voltage drop on both sides

For small- to medium-scale security systems where you need reliable PoE extension without complex infrastructure, the VHW-HWPS-CBB is a practical choice. Size your PoE source conservatively and verify endpoint power requirements before deployment.