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Weatherproof High Power 10/100 Base-T CAT5 Lightning and Surge Protector

Model: AL-CAT5SHPW

Applications

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10/100 Base-T Ethernet equipment

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Wireless access points, router and servers

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PoE switches

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IP, network or web cameras

Features

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3- stage protection with failsafe

architecture

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Power-Over-Ethernet (PoE) compatible

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Easy access shielded RJ45 jacks and

removable terminal strips

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Weatherproof ABS enclosure with gasketed

cover

Description

The AL-CAT5SHPW CAT5 three-stage Lightning Protector provides superior

lightning and surge protection for both indoor and outdoor 10/100 Base-T

networks. In addition, the unit is compatible with Power-over-Ethernet (PoE)

devices. Integral to the design is protection for the two Ethernet data pairs

and the PoE DC power feed.

In the data path, the first stage of protection is a differential gas discharge

tube. Stage two is a pair of current limiting series resistors and the final

stage is a high speed, low capacitance diode clamp array. In the power path,

the first stage is comprised of a differential gas discharge tube. Stage two is

a dual low pass filter and the final stage is a triple array of bi-directional

clamping diodes. The unit supports normal and reverse polarity PoE.

Failsafe Architecture

The Advantage of this three stage surge protector design is the added level of protection due to its large power

rating and safety due to its failsafe architecture. In the event of a catastrophic surge event, the series resistors

will fuse and the shunt diodes will short. This will safely disconnect the line from the datacom equipment.

The AL-CAT5SHPW CAT5 Lightning Protector is compatible with Wireless Access Points, Access Servers and

Outdoor Routers, with or without Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) functionality. A ground clamp provides a tie point for

earth ground. For maximum protection from lightning on long cable runs, two units can be used, one at each end

of the cable.