The ANPA AP-3048GE-BT is a rack-mount 8-port gigabit PoE switch purpose-built around IEEE 802.3bt high-power PoE. Its eight gigabit ports support af/at/bt so you can power high-wattage devices that ordinary PoE+ switches cannot — Wi-Fi 7 access points, high-end PTZ cameras with heaters and blowers, smart-pole devices and industrial IoT gateways. With a 120W power budget, 22Gbps switching capacity and a 19-inch rack-mount chassis, the AP-3048GE-BT is the high-power workhorse for smart poles, outdoor Wi-Fi and demanding PTZ surveillance. Request a quote for project pricing and OEM/ODM terms.
ANPA sells factory-direct with wholesale and OEM/ODM terms. Pricing is quoted per project — contact our sales team for volume discounts and lead times.
| Model | AP-3048GE-BT |
|---|---|
| Category | POE Switch (Gigabit) |
| Ports Configuration | 8 GE |
| Transmission Rate | 10/100/1000Mbps |
| PoE Standard | IEEE 802.3af/at/bt |
| Power Budget | 120W |
| Switch Capacity | 22Gbps |
| Key Features | Rack-mounted |
| MOQ | 2 pieces |
Product Overview
While most 8-port gigabit switches stop at PoE+ (30W per port), the AP-3048GE-BT implements 802.3bt (PoE++), enabling high-power delivery on the same eight gigabit ports. That single difference unlocks the newest generation of powered devices: high-density Wi-Fi 6/7 access points that draw beyond 30W, PTZ cameras with continuous pan-tilt-zoom motors plus heating/blowing for outdoor use, LED-loaded smart light poles, and industrial IoT gateways. The switch auto-negotiates af, at or bt per device, so standard cameras and phones coexist on the same unit.
The 120W budget is sized for a high-power mix: rather than filling all eight ports at maximum bt wattage (which is rarely required), integrators use bt on the few devices that truly need it — a 90W-class PTZ or smart-pole head — while the remaining ports power af/at cameras and APs. The 22Gbps switching capacity keeps all eight gigabit ports at wire speed, so high-bitrate video and multi-gig wireless backhaul never wait.
The AP-3048GE-BT ships in a rack-mount metal chassis for standard 19-inch cabinets, with fan cooling for continuous duty and front-panel diagnostics. Store-and-forward switching, auto-MDI/MDIX and comprehensive per-port over-current, over-voltage and short-circuit protection safeguard expensive bt devices. It is the switch to specify when the device list contains anything marked bt or “high-power PoE”.
Like all ANPA products, it is CE, FCC and RoHS certified and passes our 9-step QC, 100% inspection and full-load burn-in before leaving the Chaozhou factory.
Application Scenarios
PTZ Cameras & High-Power Surveillance
Long-range PTZ cameras with motors, wipers and heaters can exceed PoE+ limits. bt power runs them directly over one cable — no local AC outlet needed at the camera pole.
Wi-Fi 6/7 High-Density Access Points
The newest tri-band and Wi-Fi 7 APs draw high power for full radio output. bt delivers the wattage they need while gigabit ports carry the backhaul at full speed.
Smart Light Poles & Smart Cities
Smart poles combine LED lighting, AP, camera, display and sensors. A bt port powers the aggregated high-wattage load from the cabinet over standard structured cabling.
Industrial IoT & Outdoor Wi-Fi
Industrial gateways, outdoor APs and ruggedized devices in logistics yards and ports receive high-power PoE from a rack-mount switch in the equipment cabinet.
Why Choose ANPA
ANPA has manufactured PoE networking equipment since 2006 — 20 years of production experience. Every switch and accessory is built in our single 15,000 m² facility in Chaozhou, Guangdong (with a dedicated R&D center in Shenzhen), across 8 production lines and 16 sets of assembly and test equipment. Our 3 R&D engineers and 7 QA/QC specialists enforce a rigorous 9-step quality control process with 100% inspection, full-load burn-in and CE, FCC and RoHS certification on every batch.
- 802.3bt (PoE++) high-power support — drives devices beyond the 30W PoE+ limit.
- 8 full-gigabit ports with 22Gbps wire-speed fabric for high-bitrate video and wireless.
- Rack-mount 19-inch metal chassis built for equipment cabinets and 24/7 duty.
- af/at/bt auto-negotiation lets standard and high-power devices share one switch.
- CE/FCC/RoHS certified with 100% inspection and full-load burn-in at ANPA’s factory.
Compatible & Related Products
For a fiber-backed 8-port gigabit switch with dual SFP, see the AP-3048GE; for more bt ports and 200W, the 16-port AP-30316GE and 18-port AP-30318GE scale up. Compare options in the gigabit series, and place high-power bt devices outdoors with our waterproof AP-4820S splitter where needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the difference between the AP-3048GE-BT and a standard PoE switch?
The BT model implements IEEE 802.3bt (PoE++), which delivers high power per port for devices that exceed the 802.3at (PoE+) 30W limit — such as Wi-Fi 7 APs, high-end PTZ cameras and smart-pole equipment. A standard PoE+ switch cannot power these devices at full capability.
2. Can it really power a 90W device?
802.3bt Type 4 defines high-power delivery well above PoE+; the AP-3048GE-BT negotiates the required class with each connected device. Because the total budget is 120W, high-power bt ports are intended for the few devices that need them, with the remaining ports on af/at — tell us your device list and we will confirm the power plan.
3. How many high-power devices can I connect?
With a 120W total budget, plan the load rather than filling all ports at maximum bt wattage. A typical design places one or a few bt devices (PTZ, high-power AP, smart pole) alongside standard af/at cameras and phones.
4. Is the AP-3048GE-BT rack-mountable?
Yes. It is a rack-mounted 19-inch metal-chassis switch with fan cooling and front-panel status LEDs, designed for equipment rooms, cabinet installations and 24/7 operation.
5. Do all ports run at gigabit?
Yes. All eight ports are 10/100/1000Mbps gigabit, and the 22Gbps switching capacity provides wire-speed forwarding across all ports simultaneously.
6. What cabling do I need for 802.3bt?
Use Cat6 or better cabling for high-power bt runs, kept within the standard 100-meter Ethernet distance. Quality connectors and cable matter more at high wattage to minimize resistance and heating.
7. Does ANPA offer OEM/ODM for the BT model?
Yes. ANPA manufactures the AP-3048GE-BT in-house and offers custom branding, packaging, firmware and configuration with an MOQ of 2 pieces. Contact us for a project-specific quotation.
Get a Quote from the Manufacturer
Ready to specify the AP-3048GE-BT for your project? ANPA ships factory-direct worldwide with flexible MOQs, OEM/ODM customization and CE/FCC/RoHS documentation. Tell us your port count, power and quantity requirements and our team will reply with pricing and lead time.
ANPA sells factory-direct with wholesale and OEM/ODM terms. Pricing is quoted per project — contact our sales team for volume discounts and lead times.