Ubiquiti Networks UniFi Fiber PoE GEN2 Optical Data Transport for Outdoor PoE Devices

Fiber + Power Solution for Outdoor PoE Devices
Overcome PoE limitations with the next generation Fiber PoE, model F-POE-G2. The Fiber PoE Gen 2 is a low-cost solution for outdoor deployments that require long-distance runs to reach the PoE device. Deployments with the Fiber PoE Gen 2 provide significant EMI and ESD protection over typical PoE installations. The Fiber PoE Gen 2 also features a durable, weatherproof form factor and enhanced surge protection.

Separate Data and Power Transport
PoE is ideal for indoor or short-run installations. However, for outdoor, long-distance installations, PoE becomes vulnerable to EMI and is limited to 100 meters with correlated power loss. With the Fiber PoE Gen 2, data and power are transported on separate cables to greatly improve data integrity and enable much longer cable runs.

The Fiber PoE Gen 2 provides Gigabit bi-directional data transport between twisted-pair Ethernet cable and fiber optic cable, and injects DC power to the Ethernet cable for passive PoE. Use one Fiber PoE Gen 2 device as an Fiber-to-Ethernet Converter, or a pair of Fiber PoE Gen 2 devices to create a Fiber Bridge.

Enhanced Surge Protection
Featuring a built-in high-current Gas Discharge Tube (GDT) for the DC terminal block and PoE port, the Fiber PoE Gen 2 delivers enhanced surge protection. The added GDT support effectively protects against lightning and other power surges.

Fiber Optic Data Transport
Using fiber optic cable for data transport significantly reduces electrostatic discharge (ESD) failures and electromagnetic interference (EMI). Data integrity is also sustained in runs beyond 100 meters, the limit of Ethernet over twisted-pair cable.

The Fiber PoE Gen 2 supports a 1G SFP module and 24V or 50V power from a DC power cable or PoE cable.

Integrated Fiber Cable Strain Relief
An integrated strain relief system was thoughtfully designed to fit inside the Fiber PoE Gen 2 cover for added protection and a cleaner installation.

Application Examples
The following are typical use cases for the Fiber PoE Gen 2.

Data Options

Fiber-to-Ethernet Converter:
One Fiber PoE Gen 2 at the top of the tower is used to convert fiber to Ethernet at the radio. At the base of the tower, the fiber optic cable connects directly to a fiber switch or router.

Fiber Bridge:
Two Fiber PoE Gen 2 devices, one at the base and one at the top of the tower, are used to provide a fiber optic data link for protection from EMI events that can cause equipment damage or signal integrity issues.