The AL-CAT5W-4 is a weatherproof multi-port lightning protector designed for CAT5 data applications, capable of safeguarding up to four separate CAT5 lines. It provides protection for all eight wires per line and is compatible with 10/100 Base-T Ethernet networks and Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) devices, supporting both modes A and B of the 802.3af standard. The unit features high-speed semiconductors that clamp voltages to +/- 58 volts, utilizing Thyristor diode technology for enhanced power handling. The enclosure is made of durable ABS with an O-ring gasket for weather resistance, and it includes shielded RJ-45 jacks. The product is suitable for various applications, including wireless access points, outdoor routers, and IP cameras, and can be used in conjunction with a ground clamp for improved lightning protection on long cable runs.
The AL-CAT5W-4 is a multi-port indoor and outdoor lightning surge arrestor, which provides protection for CAT5 data applications. A single unit protects up to four separate CAT5 lines. This model is fully compatible with industry-standard Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) devices and 10/100 Base-T Ethernet networks, providing protection to both Ethernet data pairs as well as the PoE DC power feed. The unit supports both modes A and B of the 802.3af standard for of supplying DC power.
This protector is also available for 15 Volt and 24 Volt PoE applications, see model AL-CAT5W-4-24.
High-speed semiconductors clamp any voltage, positive or negative on the wires. The limits are +/- 58 volts on the four cable pairs. The design utilizes Thyristor diode technology, which has superior power handling capability compared to TVS or Zener diode based designs. The unit is compatible with both normal and inverted polarity voltage PoE equipment.
This lightning surge protector is compatible with Cisco legacy network appliance products like Access Points, DC Injectors and other equipment supporting reverse polarity PoE pinouts.
The AL-CAT5W-4 features a weatherproof ABS enclosure with O-ring gasket and concealed mounting holes. A ground clamp mounted outside the enclosure provides a tie point for earth ground. For maximum protection from lightning on long cable runs, two units can be used, one at each end of the cable.
For additional information and complete specifications, see the Data Sheet below.
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Features
Application
| L-com, Inc. | |
|---|---|
| Product Category | Surge Suppressors |
| Product Number | AL-CAT5W-4 |
| Product Name | Weatherproof Multi-Port 10/100 Base-T CAT5 Lightning Protector - RJ45 Jacks |
| Device Type | Lightning Arrestor |
