Perle ethernet extension over copper. Could be useful to some.

[Holbs]

I just want to toss this out there for those in the situation of having a voice or data cable (category 3, 5, 5e, or 6...copper twisted pair even though Cat3 is not much twisted) ran out to a second building, garage, house, etc.
We just installed a pair of Perle ethernet over copper on a Category 3 / 25pair run over over 1500' for a customer. Initial testing speed was around 80mb/sec (more than enough for a good number of IP cameras and a couple computers). Each Perle module does require 110v AC for electricity however, so this would not be applicable to a distant run for LPR driveway cams unless you had an AC outlet at the other end.
The webpage says can be used on twisted pairs of Cat5/6/7 but can work on Cat3 as well as we found out.

10/100 Ethernet Extender | Ethernet Copper Extender | Perle

 

[Tuckerdude]

Hey Holbs...I just saw this and it looks cool! Potentially enables a scenario that I've been trying to find a solution for.

So you are saying...if there is a phone cable already in place, that (with two of these)...you can turn it into an ethernet connection? Is that right, or am I mis-reading?

My specific use case would be a private access gate that is about a mile down the road. I would like to put a camera there but no way to get the stream? So, could I use this and be able to see it? I have power at the gate, so that's not an issue

Thanks for the post!

 

[Holbs]

yes, if phone cable is in place, you should have no problem using these extenders.
Word of caution: what phone cable is in place already? is it indoor rated? or truly outdoor rated?

 

[Tuckerdude]

Hey Holbs, thanks for getting back to me!

I won't be able to identify the rating on the cable until I get back to the property. But in any case, I am very excited to explore this option. I've ordered a couple already!

 

[bp2008]

That looks like a pretty expensive brand. It is not hard to find full kits (device on each end) for $200-$300. I hope it works and is stable!