Smart city and edge computing growth is driving more outdoor network deployments, requiring reliable operation and low maintenance.
However, outdoor environments expose network devices to extreme heat, freezing cold, moisture, condensation, lightning, and electrical surges, creating challenges for long-term reliability.
The Hidden Risks of Patchwork Outdoor Solutions
Many "outdoor PoE solutions"use standard switches inside external waterproof enclosures, which can create reliability issues in harsh environments.
●Cooling Issues: Sealed enclosures trap heat, causing high temperatures that may lead to instability, packet loss, reboots, or hardware damage.
●Condensation & Moisture: Temperature changes can cause condensation inside sealed enclosures, leading to moisture damage and potential PCB failures.
●Limited Surge Protection: Insufficient grounding and surge protection can leave Ethernet ports and PDs vulnerable to lightning damage.
Conventional Outdoor Deployment
Design Philosophy
PROCET Outdoor PoE Switches are purpose-built for harsh environments, combining high-performance switching, industrial-grade power, surge protection,
and air pressure balancing in a rugged outdoor product for reliable long-term operation.
With 20+ years of PoE expertise and in-house manufacturing, PROCET delivers outdoor PoE switches featuring integrated design, rugged die-cast aluminum
enclosures, sealed connectors, and comprehensive surge protection for reliable, low-maintenance operation.
Key Features
PROCET Outdoor PoE Switches are engineered to address key outdoor challenges, including heat, moisture, lightning surges, and harsh environments.
Rugged Die-Cast Aluminum Enclosure: Fin-Based Passive Cooling Design: A die-cast aluminum alloy housing with corrosion-resistant coating Vertical cooling fins enhance natural heat dissipation, reducing
provides IK10 impact resistance and IP67 protection against dust, internal temperatures and improving reliability in high-temperature
water, and harsh outdoor environments. outdoor environments
Protective Cover and Breathable Valve: Dual-Path Surge Protection: A UV-resistant shroud protects cables and connectors from aging Integrated 6kV surge protection for PoE ports and the AC power
by direct sunlight, while the 304 stainless steel valve helps reduce input helps prevent lightning and power surge damage, ensuring
condensation for reliable outdoor operation. reliable operation in outdoor and industrial environments.
Flexible Pole & Wall Mounting: Smart PoE Management: High-strength mounting kits support pole, wall, and cross-arm Configure, schedule, and monitor PoE ports through the web
installation for secure and stable outdoor deployment. interface. Remotely reboot IP cameras, wireless access points, and
other PoE devices to reduce maintenance and downtime.
90W High Power Delivery: RS485 & Adjustable DC IoT Expansion: Supports IEEE 802.3af/at/bt with up to 90W per port for Built-in RS485 interfaces and adjustable 12V/24V DC outputs
high-power PoE devices, backed by intelligent power management. support non-PoE sensors, IoT gateways, and other edge devices
Ideal for urban traffic and public safety surveillance, the switch uses the 100–240 VAC power available on the pole. SFP uplinks provide video backhaul,
PoE ports power security, traffic, and AI cameras, RS485 connects environmental sensors, and dual SFP ports support cascading or ring networks.
Scenario 1 — Smart Pole / Industrial IoT
Ideal for roadside lighting poles, the switch powers Wi-Fi APs, 5G small cells, cameras, and LED drivers. The integrated RS485 interface connects environmental
sensors, while the SFP uplink connects to the central monitoring system.
Classification & Selection
Outdoor deployments have different networking requirements. PROCET offers a full range of Outdoor PoE Switches with various port configurations, PoE
power budgets, uplink options, and management features for surveillance, transportation, wireless broadband, industrial automation, and smart city applications.
Classification Standards
By Port Configuration: Available in 4-port, 6-port, and 8-port models with 1–2 dedicated SFP uplink ports for long-distance fiber connectivity.
By Port Speed: Available in Gigabit (1G + 1G SFP) and 2.5G (2.5G + 10G SFP) models for ultra-HD video transmission and high-density data access.
By Power Input: Choose from 100–240 VAC AC models or 12–55 VDC DC models for mains electricity, solar, or battery-powered deployments.
By IoT Functionality: Available in Standard Managed or Enhanced RS models with dual-channel RS485 and adjustable DC output for IoT devices.
Every outdoor project has different requirements. With 20+ years of PoE expertise and in-house manufacturing, PROCET provides end-to-end ODM services,
from product design and customization to validation testing and mass production.
Hardware Customization
●Custom port combinations with SFP, RJ45, and SPE options.
●Standard and Passive PoE voltage and power options for various PDs.
●Custom enclosure, branding and waterproof-connector variants.
●Support for project-specific temperature ranges and
certification requirements.
Software & Firmware Customization
●Customized web UI, logo, and branding.
●Integration of private protocols and advanced management features.
●Tailored firmware with customer-specific features and default
configurations.
Complementary Products
Comprehensive Outdoor PoE Product Portfolio PROCET provides a complete range of outdoor PoE solutions, including switches, surge protectors, extenders, injectors, and splitters, helping customers build