PWR-RGD-LOW-DC-H 150W Power Supply: Power Your IE5000 Efficiently

For network deployments in demanding industrial and outdoor environments, reliable and resilient power is non-negotiable. Cisco addresses this critical need with the PWR-RGD-LOW-DC-H, a ruggedized, low-voltage DC power supply designed specifically for the IE-5000 series of Industrial Ethernet switches.

This power supply is engineered for installations where only a DC power source is available or preferred, such as in telecommunications, transportation, utility, and remote industrial sites. Its hardened design ensures continuous operation in the wide temperature ranges and harsh conditions where these switches are typically deployed.

Key Features & Specifications:

• Output Power: 150W. Provides ample power for the full operation of IE5000 switches, including supporting PoE/PoE+ modules for connected devices like cameras, sensors, and access points.

• Input Voltage Range:  The power supply offer DC 18-75V voltage range.

• PoE/PoE+: The power supply offer Poe/PoE+ support.

• Ruggedized Design: Built to meet the NEBS (Network Equipment-Building System) Level 3 and ETSI standards for robustness, ensuring reliability in environments with shock, vibration, and extreme temperatures.

• Hot-Swappable: Designed for front-accessible, hot-swappable installation. One can easily replace a failed unit without the need to shut down the switch. As a result, maximum network uptime is a breeze.

• Compatibility: Dedicated for use with the Cisco IE-5000 series switches (such as the IE-5000-12S12P-10G, IE-5000-16S12P, etc.), seamlessly integrating into the chassis power supply bay.

• Regulatory Compliance: Carries major safety and emissions certifications, including UL/CSA 60950-1 and IEC/EN 60950-1.

Why It Matters:

The PWR-RGD-LOW-DC-H is more than just a power converter; it’s a cornerstone for network resilience. By offering a DC-powered, redundant, and hot-swappable solution, it enables organizations to deploy carrier-class, high-availability networks in the most challenging locations. It eliminates a single point of power failure and ensures that industrial automation, surveillance, and control systems remain operational around the clock.

Ideal Use Cases:

• Telecommunications infrastructure

• Rail and transportation signaling networks

• Power utility substations and Smart Grid networks

• Outdoor industrial plants and manufacturing floors

• Any environment utilizing standard -48V DC power plants

For network architects and industrial engineers, specifying the PWR-RGD-LOW-DC-H power supply is a key step in building a hardened, reliable infrastructure foundation with the Cisco IE5000 series.