AXIS 30 W Midspan 02172-006 AU Power over Ethernet Injector, 30W PoE+

Product SKU: 02172-006

Product Overview

For installers who need to power a single Axis network device without replacing an existing switch, the AXIS 30 W Midspan 02172-006 AU provides a direct and cost-effective solution. This 1-port PoE+ injector sits between a non-PoE network switch and a compatible Axis device, delivering up to 30W of power and passing gigabit data over a single Ethernet cable. Featuring compliance with IEEE 802.3af and IEEE 802.3at, it supports a broad range of Axis cameras, intercoms, speakers, sensors and access control devices with built-in PoE support. Equipped with a wide 100-240V AC input and plug-and-play installation, the 02172-006 is intended for indoor use in equipment rooms, communications cabinets, server rooms and network racks. It is particularly useful for retrofit upgrades and single-device additions where a full PoE switch replacement is neither practical nor warranted.

Key Capabilities

Best For

• Single-Device PoE Upgrades: Ideal when only one Axis camera, intercom, speaker or sensor needs PoE power and replacing the existing switch is not justified.
• Retrofit Installations: Suited to sites with existing non-PoE Ethernet infrastructure where adding a separate power supply near the device is impractical or undesirable.
• Indoor Equipment Rooms and Comms Cabinets: Designed for indoor use, making it appropriate for server rooms, network racks, security cupboards and back-of-house network spaces with accessible AC power.
• Axis Ecosystem Deployments: Works with a broad range of Axis products with built-in PoE support, including cameras, speakers, intercoms and access control devices, within its 30W output limit.

Why Choose the AXIS 30 W Midspan 02172-006

The AXIS 30 W Midspan 02172-006 addresses a common installation scenario where a compatible Axis device needs PoE power but the on-site network switch does not provide it. Rather than replacing a functional switch or installing a bulky local power adaptor near a camera or intercom, the midspan adds precisely what is needed: up to 30W of IEEE 802.3at power delivered over the existing Ethernet cable. Its gigabit data support means no compromise on network throughput, and compliance with both 802.3af and 802.3at covers most Axis PoE and PoE+ devices in a single accessory. The plug-and-play inline design keeps installation time short, with no programming or configuration required. Available through Security Wholesalers, the 02172-006 is the AU-specific part number suited to Australian indoor electrical environments and Axis-based surveillance and network deployments.

Buyer Decision Tips

Key Features & Technical Specifications

Ideal Use Cases

Choosing the Right Model

• Choose this model if: You need to power a single Axis PoE or PoE+ device from a non-PoE switch, the device’s power requirement is within 30W, and the midspan will be installed in an indoor protected location with AC power available.
• Choose a different model if: You need to power multiple PoE devices simultaneously, in which case a dedicated multi-port PoE switch will be more practical and cost-effective than using individual midspans for each device.
• Choose a different model if: The connected Axis device requires more than 30W of PoE power, or if the device is the AXIS T93F20 Outdoor Housing, which Axis specifically notes is not compatible with this midspan.

FAQs

1. What does the AXIS 30 W Midspan 02172-006 actually do in an installation?
   It is placed inline between a non-PoE network switch and a compatible Axis network device. The switch provides data, the midspan adds up to 30W of PoE+ power, and the single Ethernet cable from the midspan’s output port carries both power and data to the connected device. No separate power supply is needed at the device location.
2. Will the midspan limit my network speed to less than gigabit?
   No. The AXIS 30 W Midspan supports 10/100/1000 Mbps data pass-through, so it will not create a bottleneck in a gigabit network. This ensures compatible Axis cameras and devices can maintain stable high-bandwidth connections for video streaming and recording.
3. Can I install the AXIS 30 W Midspan in an outdoor cabinet or external enclosure?
   No. The 02172-006 is designed for indoor use only and should be housed in a protected environment such as a server room, network rack, communications cabinet or indoor security cupboard. The outdoor Axis device it powers can still be located outside, provided the Ethernet cable run is correctly managed.
4. Which Axis devices are compatible with the 30 W Midspan?
   It is compatible with many Axis cameras, intercoms, speakers, sensors and network accessories that have built-in PoE support and operate within the 30W output limit. Axis specifically notes it is not compatible with the AXIS T93F20 Outdoor Housing. Always confirm the connected device’s PoE standard and power draw before ordering. Security Wholesalers can assist with compatibility questions for specific Axis products.
5. Does the IEEE 802.3at compliance matter if my device only uses standard PoE?
   The midspan supports both IEEE 802.3af (up to 15W) and IEEE 802.3at (up to 30W), so it will work with Axis devices using either standard. This dual compliance means a single midspan can be used across a wider range of Axis products without needing to match PoE classes exactly.
6. Is there any configuration required to set up the AXIS 30 W Midspan?
   No. The midspan is plug-and-play. Connect a cable from the existing network switch to the midspan’s input port, then run a cable from the output port to the compatible Axis device. The midspan negotiates power automatically with the connected device and requires no software, login or setup steps.

Additional Information

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