CHANDLER, Ariz., May 21, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The adoption of
commercial smart lighting systems has grown significantly as
organizations strive to improve energy efficiency and operational
costs in buildings. Power over Ethernet (PoE) is rising in
popularity for these systems, providing a reliable and
easy-to-install solution that manages power and data over a single
Ethernet cable. To support larger and more efficient lighting
systems, Microchip Technology Inc. (Nasdaq: MCHP), via its
Microsemi subsidiary, today announced a cost-effective eight-port
PoE switch that provides guaranteed power of 60 watts (W) per port
for all eight ports simultaneously. Ideal for digital ceiling
installations, the IEEE 802.3bt-compliant PDS-408G PoE
switch runs noise-free with a fanless design.
Designed for enterprise connected lighting applications, the
PDS-408G connects separate systems such as lighting, sensors, HVAC
and Wi-Fi® access points over a single switch. The
switch has eight PoE ports – the optimal amount for connected
lighting – and offers end applications additional cost-savings from
energy savings and lower operating expenses. In compliance with
IEEE 802.3bt, the PDS-408G provides a total of 480 W, including up
to 90 W for any individual port or 60 W for eight ports
simultaneously.
The PDS-408G is plenum rated and can be installed in any air
handling space, making it ideal for digital ceiling installations.
Its fanless design provides the features needed for buildings that
require noise-free and reliable operation, such as offices,
hospitals and hotels. The PDS-408G also provides other proven
advantages of PoE, including safe power, simple installation,
flexible deployment and remote power management.
"Demand for Power over Ethernet in connected lighting systems
has accelerated, and our new PoE switch is designed specifically
for the needs of these applications," said Rich Simoncic, senior vice president of
Microchip's Analog, Discrete and Power business unit. "The PDS-408G
continues Microchip's leadership in PoE technology, providing an
IEEE 802.3bt-compliant solution that provides almost six times the
amount of power than the original PoE standard."
The PDS-408G joins Microchip's portfolio of end-to-end PoE
solutions. Developers can use the PDS-408G switch alongside the
company's extensive portfolio of 8- and 32-bit PIC® and
AVR® microcontrollers (MCUs) at the end node. Microchip
offers an array of easy-to-use hardware and software tools to
accelerate PoE designs, including the PIC18 PoE Main Board, which
features a PIC18 MCU, ATECC608A secure element and MIC28512 buck
regulator. Additional information on Microchip's Ethernet solutions
is available here.
Pricing and Availability
The PDS-408G PoE switch is
available now for $980 each. For
additional information and to purchase products mentioned here,
contact a Microchip sales representative or authorized worldwide
distributor.
Resources
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https://www.flickr.com/photos/microchiptechnology/47744829222
About Microchip Technology
Microchip Technology Inc.
is a leading semiconductor supplier of smart, connected and secure
embedded control solutions. Its easy-to-use development tools and
comprehensive product portfolio enable customers to create optimal
designs which reduce risk while lowering total system cost and time
to market. The company's solutions serve more than 125,000
customers across the industrial, automotive, consumer, aerospace
and defense, communications and computing markets. Headquartered in
Chandler, Arizona, Microchip
offers outstanding technical support along with dependable delivery
and quality. For more information, visit the Microchip website at
www.microchip.com.
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