Power over Ethernet (PoE) ICs
PSEs and PDs for PoE design interoperability and flexibility
Our Power over Ethernet (PoE) ICs offer high interoperability, reliability, convenience and complete system solutions to those wanting to easily deliver power through Ethernet cables. We offer a configurable system firmware solution (FirmPSE) for Ethernet switch designers, as well as a portfolio of interoperable powered devices (PD) and power sourcing equipment (PSE) controllers. We also provide a complete portfolio of PoE Ethernet Alliance-certified designs to enable your PoE 1 and PoE 2 logo-ready systems.
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Power sourcing equipment
Type-4, four-pair, 8-channel PoE PSE controller with autonomous mode
Approx. price (USD) 1ku | 2.9
Technical resources
Technical article
The ABCs and 123s of PoE
Get more information on PoE industry standards, including the PoE clause and Ethernet Alliance logo program.
Video
Introduction to the PoE Certification Program
Watch this video for an overview of the Ethernet Alliance Certification program and how our PoE designs are truly plug-and-play for PoE customers.
Video series
Power over Ethernet (PoE) training series
Get an overview of PoE technology for powering Ethernet-connected end equipments with our PoE video series which can be enjoyed by introductory and more advanced users.
Discover featured applications
Lighting
Add PoE to your lighting applications and take intelligent building systems to the next level
Building automation
Adding PoE to Internet of Things (IoT) applications enables a smarter and more efficient grid
Wired networking
Reduce the cabling requirements and complexity of your wired networks with our Ethernet Alliance-certified PoE-capable devices
Add PoE to your lighting applications and take intelligent building systems to the next level
In intelligent building designs, PoE offers these benefits:
- Lower installation costs with greater flexibility; voltages less than 60 V may eliminate the need for an electrician, enabling plug-and-play capability
- Connected lighting; each light fixture's unique Internet Protocol address enables intelligent lighting control
- Achievable low standby power modes keep sensors and other intelligence on while lighting is off, enabling fast turnon
Featured resources
END-EQUIPMENT / SUB-SYSTEM
REFERENCE DESIGNS
- TIDA-01463 – Connected LED Lighting With IEEE802.3bt Power Over Ethernet (PoE) Reference Design
PRODUCTS
TECHNICAL RESOURCES
- PoE lighting is coming – Technical article
- Less (standby) power and more light – Technical article
DESIGN TOOLS AND SIMULATION
- PSPICE-FOR-TI – PSpice® for TI design and simulation tool
Adding PoE to Internet of Things (IoT) applications enables a smarter and more efficient grid
IoT applications deliver more information and connectivity throughout infrastructures to conserve resources and save money. PoE provides:
- Cost savings through faster, easier, low-voltage installations
- Improved flexibility and control; it is possible to move and reconnect devices without hiring an electrician
- Enhanced capability with the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers 802.3bt standard for higher power
Featured resources
END-EQUIPMENT / SUB-SYSTEM
REFERENCE DESIGNS
- TIDM-TM4C129POE – TM4C129POE Power Over Ethernet (PoE) Reference Design for Connected IoT
- TIDM-1018 – Power Over Ethernet® (PoE) Reference Design for Industrial Gateways
- TIDA-010083 – High density isolated PoE and GigE reference design for machine vision cameras and vision sensors
PRODUCTS
TECHNICAL RESOURCES
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A smarter grid with the Internet of Things (IoT)
– Technical article
Reduce the cabling requirements and complexity of your wired networks with our Ethernet Alliance-certified PoE-capable devices
Our power-sourcing equipment and powered device integrated circuits help you take your wired networks to the next level by:
- Enabling system integration to deploy powered devices when alternative power is not available
- Significantly reducing the cost of installation and cabling for systems
- Ensuring interoperablity between devices
Featured resources
END-EQUIPMENT / SUB-SYSTEM
REFERENCE DESIGNS
- TIDM-1018 – Power Over Ethernet® (PoE) Reference Design for Industrial Gateways
- TIDA-050026-23881 – 24-port (PoE 2, 4-pair) power sourcing equipment reference design for multi-port applications
Design & development resources
Reference design
24-port (PoE 2, 4-pair) power sourcing equipment reference design for multi-port applications
This reference design showcases a Type-4 (PoE 2, 4-Pair) 24-port Ethernet switch for Power over Ethernet (PoE) applications which can send up to 90W per port for for IEEE 802.3bt (PoE 2) applications and up to 120W per port for non-standard applications. Based on the MSP430F523x family, our (...)
Reference design
Type 3 IEEE802.3bt-ready active clamp forward converter PoE powered device reference design
This TI reference design showcases a Type-3, Class 6, 51-W active clamp forward converter for powered devices (PD) through PoE. The TPS23730 PD controller provides detection and classification while also containing a PWM controller. This design takes in a 37-V to 57-V PoE input, and outputs a 5-V (...)
Reference design
High density isolated PoE and GigE reference design for machine vision cameras and vision sensors
Power over Ethernet (PoE) offers an easy and reliable solution to combine power and data in one cable with high data rate and long reach. This combination makes PoE ideal for small devices such as machine vision cameras and vision sensors. This reference design implements a complete PoE powered (...)