The video surveillance manufacturer Hanwha Vision has launched a new range of Smart Network Industrial (SNI) Power over Ethernet (PoE) injectors. They’re designed and made in the UK exclusively for Hanwha Vision by AMG.
The new SNI range includes the SNI-1PI-PS90-UK industrial PoE injector and SNI-2HMC-PS90-UK industrial hybrid media PoE injector which are supplied with UK mains power connections; the SNI-1PI-PS90-EU industrial PoE injector and SNI-2HMC-PS90-EU industrial hybrid media PoE injector incorporate EU plugs. Supporting PoE power requirements from 15W to 90W, the injectors provide a solution for powering a range of Hanwha Vision network cameras, including models with higher power demands.
The injectors feature an aluminium housing with an integrated heatsink for passive cooling, doing away with the need for mechanical fans. An operating temperature range of minus 40°C to +75°C supports operation in extreme conditions, making the range suitable the makers say for outdoor installations, industrial facilities, and transport infrastructure.
The compact design also makes the injectors ideal for installations in tight spaces including camera housings, poles and roadside cabinets. An integrated mains power supply removes the need for a separate external power supply, reducing the number of components required and simplifying installation.
Installation and maintenance
The SNI range was developed with installers and systems integrators in mind, the firm says, offering mounting options to accommodate site requirements. DIN rail, wall, surface and magnetic mounting accessories are supplied as standard, for deploying equipment in existing or new installations. Magnetic mounting enables removal for servicing or maintenance, helping reduce time spent accessing and replacing equipment. The injectors also can work with Hanwha Vision’s SBP-400WMW outdoor wall and pole mount, allowing installers to create a streamlined solution without the need for additional mounting hardware.
Connectivity and remote management
For installations requiring additional networking, the SNI-2HMC-PS90 Hybrid model combines PoE delivery with integrated fibre connectivity and configuration options. Its integrated SFP port supports both single- and multi-mode fibre connections, enabling network connectivity over distances of up to 120km, depending on the fibre and SFP configuration. This makes the Hybrid model it’s claimed useful for large or geographically dispersed sites, including transport networks, industrial facilities and critical infrastructure, where equipment may need to connect over distances. The Hybrid model can also function as an unmanaged two-port Ethernet switch or fibre media converter, potentially reducing the need for additional networking equipment and simplifying system architecture.
Configurable DIP switches provide further functionality, including link fault pass-through for remote failure detection and remote device reboot capabilities. This enables operators to re-boot connected equipment from the control room without requiring a site visit, reducing maintenance demands, the company says. Additional port isolation and traffic direction settings provide control over network configuration, allowing installers to adapt the solution to specific operational requirements.
By combining PoE delivery and connectivity within a compact design, the new SNI range helps organisations streamline their security infrastructure while supporting camera operation, the makers say.
For installers and systems integrators, fewer external components, flexible mounting options and simplified maintenance can reduce installation complexity and servicing requirements, the product firm adds. For end users, the range provides a foundation for video surveillance systems operating across challenging and dispersed settings. The injectors were designed and are undergoing certification to meet Safety EN 62368-1 Class I, EMI EN 55032 Class A, CISPR 32, FCC Part 15B Class A, Rail EN 50121-4 Class A, NEMA TS2 and NDAA &TAA.
John Lutz Boorman, Head of Product and Marketing at Hanwha Vision Europe, said, “Security installations are becoming increasingly complex, and installers need solutions that deliver reliable performance while simplifying deployment and maintenance. Our new industrial PoE injector range combines high-power delivery, flexible mounting and advanced connectivity in a compact, robust design, helping our partners reduce installation complexity, minimise maintenance demands and build more resilient security systems.”
