What does a PoE switch do in a CCTV install?

It supplies both network data and DC power to IP cameras over a single Ethernet cable, removing the need for a separate mains supply at each camera.

How many PoE ports do I need?

Count every camera or access point to be connected, then add spare ports for future expansion; this range includes 10 different switch options to match varying channel counts.

PoE Switches

10 products in our Data Comm & Networking range — trade-grade UK stock from CCTV Line.

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PoE Switches: the range at a glance

This range covers 10 PoE switches for powering and networking IP cameras, access points and other Powered Devices over a single Ethernet run, cutting down on separate power cabling at each camera position.

PoE (Power over Ethernet) delivers both data and DC power down the same Cat5e/Cat6 cable, so an IP camera only needs one cable back to the switch rather than a mains supply plus a network drop.

How to choose

Channel count: match the number of PoE ports to the number of cameras or access points on site, plus any spare ports for future expansion.
PoE budget: check the switch's total power budget against the combined power draw of every connected device — this is the single most common install-time failure point.
Standard supported: confirm which PoE standard (802.3af/at/bt, or a vendor's proprietary implementation) matches your camera's requirements, as under-powering causes reboots or reduced IR range.
Unmanaged vs managed: decide whether the job needs basic plug-and-play switching or VLAN/QoS control for larger, segmented networks.
Rack or desktop form factor: consider how the switch will be mounted alongside other data comm equipment in the cabinet or comms room.

Across all 10 products in this PoE Switches range, always cross-check the switch's per-port and total power budget against your camera schedule before specifying it on a quote.