Application
Maximum Distances for Power Sources
Multiple PoE Extenders can be connected every 100 meters to obtain greater
distances. The actual figures depend on operating conditions. The range is over 24
AWG or heavier Cat-5e or Cat-6 cable except where specified.
Examples for low power PoE Devices (that are PoE Class 1, or require under 4 watts)
PoE Source
PoE switch
(802.3af)
15W mid-span
(802.3af)
PoE+ switch
(802.3at)
30W mid-span
(802.3at)
Maximum Distances
400m 400m
500m
500m
Examples for medium power PoE Devices (that are PoE Class 2, or require under 6
watts)
PoE Source
PoE switch
(802.3af)
15W mid-span
(802.3af)
PoE+ switch
(802.3at)
30W mid-span
(802.3at)
Maximum Distances
300m 300m
400m
400m
Switch
Midspan
PoE extender
Camera
Max 100 m
Max 100 m (328 ft.)
