One cable carries everything.
Power over Ethernet (PoE) is an IEEE standard that delivers electrical power alongside data through standard network cabling. Applied to lighting, it transforms every fixture into a smart, networked device.
Three components. One intelligent system.
Network Switch with PoE
A PoE-capable network switch (IEEE 802.3bt) injects DC power directly into standard Cat5e or Cat6 Ethernet cables. No separate power infrastructure needed — the same cable that carries your internet traffic now carries power too.
Up to 90W per port (802.3bt Type 4), enough to power LED fixtures, sensors, and control modules simultaneously.
Ethernet Cable Run
Standard Cat5e or Cat6 cables run from the switch to each lighting fixture. These are the same cables used in every office network — installers already know them, tools are inexpensive, and the work requires no licensed electrician for low-voltage runs.
Maximum cable run of 100 meters (328 ft) per segment. Longer runs use intermediate switches or PoE extenders.
Smart PoE Fixture
PoE-enabled LED fixtures receive both power and control data through the single cable connection. Each fixture has a built-in network address, enabling individual control, real-time energy monitoring, and two-way communication with your building management system.
Full dimming (0–100%), color temperature tuning (2700K–6500K), occupancy sensing, and per-fixture energy metering.
Built on open, proven standards
Why PoE wins
Common questions
Do I need to replace my entire network infrastructure?
No. PoE lighting runs on a dedicated VLAN alongside your existing network. You add a PoE switch for the lighting zone — your existing data network is untouched.
Is PoE lighting safe?
Yes. PoE operates at low voltage (48V DC), which is classified as Safety Extra-Low Voltage (SELV) under IEC 60950. It poses no shock risk and requires no conduit or high-voltage safety precautions.
What happens if the network goes down?
PoE switches can be connected to UPS (uninterruptible power supplies) for backup power. Many deployments also configure fixtures to default to a preset brightness level if network connectivity is lost.
Can PoE lighting work in existing buildings?
Absolutely. Retrofitting is one of PoE lighting's biggest advantages. Cat6 cable is far easier to run through existing conduit and ceiling spaces than new high-voltage wiring.
How does PoE lighting integrate with smart home systems?
PoE fixtures communicate over standard IP protocols and integrate with platforms like KNX, BACnet, DALI-2, and popular smart home systems via API or gateway devices.
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