IEEE 802.3af Active PoE Splitter 48V to 5V Micro USB
IEEE 802.3af Active PoE Splitter 48V to 5V Micro USB
IEEE 802.3af Active PoE Splitter – 48V to 5V via Micro USB
Power your Micro USB devices directly over your Ethernet cable with this IEEE 802.3af-compliant Active PoE Splitter. Designed to convert a standard 48V Power over Ethernet feed down to a clean, stable 5V / 2.4A output via Micro USB, this compact splitter is ideal for tablets, Raspberry Pi boards, Dropcams, IP cameras, and other Micro USB-powered devices — eliminating the need for a separate power adapter near the device.
Key Features
- IEEE 802.3af Standard Compliant – Works with any 802.3af-compatible PoE switch or injector
- Active Conversion – Intelligently negotiates and converts 48V PoE input to a regulated 5V / 2.4A DC output
- Micro USB Output – Plug-and-play compatibility with Raspberry Pi, Dropcam, tablets, and more
- Compact & Lightweight – Easy to mount or tuck away near your device without clutter
- Stable Power Delivery – Built-in protection circuitry ensures consistent, clean power output
- No Extra Power Outlet Needed – Simplify installations by running both data and power over a single Ethernet cable
Ideal Use Cases
- Raspberry Pi installations in hard-to-reach locations
- Dropcam and IP security camera setups
- Tablets and Micro USB devices in commercial or retail environments
- Any PoE-enabled network infrastructure project
Specifications
- Standard: IEEE 802.3af
- Input Voltage: 48V (via PoE)
- Output Voltage: 5V
- Output Current: Up to 2.4A
- Output Connector: Micro USB
- Type: Active PoE Splitter
For more information on networking standards and Power over Ethernet technology, visit the NIST Communications Technology Laboratory.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is an Active PoE Splitter and how does the IEEE 802.3af Micro USB PoE Splitter work?
A: An active PoE splitter separates the power and data signals carried over a single Ethernet cable. This IEEE 802.3af-compliant splitter takes the 48V power delivered by a PoE switch or injector and converts it to a stable 5V / 2.4A output through a Micro USB connector, while simultaneously passing the data signal through its Ethernet port — so your connected device receives both internet connectivity and power from a single cable run.
Q: Which devices are compatible with this PoE Splitter?
A: This splitter is compatible with any device that accepts power via a Micro USB connector and requires a 5V input — including Raspberry Pi models, Dropcam security cameras, tablets, and similar Micro USB-powered electronics. On the network side, it requires a PoE switch or injector that meets the IEEE 802.3af standard to supply the 48V input.
Q: Do I need a special PoE switch to use this Active PoE Splitter?
A: Yes — you will need a PoE switch or PoE injector that is IEEE 802.3af compliant to provide the 48V power input over the Ethernet cable. Standard (non-PoE) switches will pass data through the splitter but will not deliver power to your connected device.