Network transmitter DAHUA PFT1500 Black — 10/100/1000Base-T, RJ-45, PoE budget 90 W, max distance 250 m

DAHUA PFT1500 Black is a hardened network transmitter in a full-metal black housing designed for 10/100/1000Base-T Ethernet cabling. The unit provides an RJ-45 host interface and supports data throughput up to 1000 Mbit/s. It extends PoE-powered devices' reach with configurable long-distance transmission and a total PoE budget of 90 W while keeping typical device power consumption around 5 W. The transmitter is desk-mountable and can be installed on a DIN rail, making it suitable for extending connectivity to IP cameras, wireless access points and other PoE terminals in installations where longer cable runs and robust protection are required.

Advantages

The DAHUA PFT1500 supports IEEE 802.3af/at and IEEE 802.3bt standards, providing compatibility with a wide range of PoE devices and enabling Hi-PoE on designated ports. With a PoE budget of 90 W and a dedicated 1000 Mbps uplink, the unit can supply power and full-speed data to multiple terminals. It includes a PoE Watchdog function to detect and maintain terminal device status automatically, and a DIP switch to enable 250 m long-distance PoE transmission. The product is fanless and constructed from full-metal housing for durable operation, and offers lightning protection to reduce risk in exposed installations.

Suitable for

• Extending PoE connections to IP cameras beyond standard 100 m distances
• Powering and connecting wireless access points in larger venues
• Deployments requiring robust, metal-housed PoE extenders for industrial or outdoor-adjacent sites
• Network segments needing 1 Gbit/s uplink with multiple 100 Mbps powered ports

Key specifications

• Ethernet standards: 10/100/1000Base-T(X)
• Throughput: up to 1000 Mbit/s on uplink
• PoE standards supported: IEEE 802.3af, 802.3at and 802.3bt (Hi-PoE on designated ports)
• Total PoE budget: 90 W
• Typical device power consumption: 5 W
• Ports: 4 × 100 Mbps PoE Ethernet ports, 1 × 1000 Mbps PoE Ethernet port
• Maximum PoE transmission distance (configurable): up to 250 m per segment; can extend typical base distance to 350 m when used with compatible PoE devices
• Protection: lightning protection (common mode 4 kV, differential mode 2 kV)
• Cooling: fanless design
• Housing: full-metal, black
• Mounting: desktop and DIN-rail mountable

How to use

Connect the uplink RJ-45 port to a PoE-capable switch or injector capable of supplying sufficient power for the intended devices. Plug target PoE devices into the downstream Ethernet ports. Use the DIP switch to enable or disable the 250 m long-distance PoE transmission mode when extending beyond standard 100 m Ethernet runs. Ensure the combined power draw of connected devices does not exceed the 90 W PoE budget. Mount the unit on a desk or DIN rail as required and follow standard grounding and cable routing practices to maintain lightning protection effectiveness.

Usage recommendations

To maintain stable operation and reliable power delivery, place the transmitter in a well-ventilated, dry location and verify the total power requirements of downstream devices before deployment. Use compatible IEEE 802.3af/at/bt devices to ensure correct power negotiation. For installations in electrically exposed environments, use proper grounding and surge protection in addition to the unit's built‑in lightning protection.