Ubiquiti POE-24-12W-G 24V 0.5A PoE Adapter in Kenya

The Ubiquiti POE-24-12W-G is a mid-power 24V passive PoE adapter designed to provide electrical power and Gigabit Ethernet connectivity to compatible Ubiquiti networking equipment through a single Ethernet cable. It outputs 24V DC at 0.5A, giving a total nominal output of 12W. 

The adapter is particularly relevant to compatible Ubiquiti UISP, airMAX and legacy networking equipment designed for 24V passive PoE. Its Gigabit Ethernet support makes it preferable to older non-Gigabit 24V injectors when the connected device has a Gigabit network interface. 

Ubiquiti also equips the POE-24-12W-G with remote reset capability, a physical reset button, shielded RJ45 sockets and surge protection. This combination makes it useful for outdoor wireless installations where the powered radio may be mounted on a rooftop, pole, mast or another difficult-to-access location. 

 

Ubiquiti POE-24-12W-G Key Features

Feature	Specification
Product	Ubiquiti 24V PoE Adapter
Model	POE-24-12W-G
Power Type	Passive PoE
Output Voltage	24V DC
Output Current	0.5A
Nominal Output Power	12W
Ethernet	Gigabit
Powering	2-pair
Positive Pins	4, 5
Negative Pins	7, 8
Input Voltage	100–240V AC
Input Frequency	50/60Hz
Remote Reset	Yes
Reset Button	Yes
Surge Protection	Difference and common mode
Dimensions	87 × 44 × 29mm
Weight	99g
Efficiency	75%+
AC Connector	IEC-320 C6
Data / PoE Ports	Shielded RJ45
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C
Storage Temperature	-30°C to 70°C
NDAA Compliant	Yes
Certifications	CE, FCC, IC, UL

These specifications are from Ubiquiti's current technical documentation for the mid-power POE-24-12W-G. 

24V DC at 0.5A Output

The POE-24-12W-G outputs:

24V DC @ 0.5A. 

Using the basic electrical calculation:

Power = Voltage × Current

we get:

24V × 0.5A = 12W

This is why the adapter is identified as a 12W 24V PoE adapter.

The 0.5A current rating is particularly important when replacing an existing injector. A replacement should be selected according to the powered device's actual voltage, current, PoE method and Ethernet requirements rather than simply matching the Ubiquiti brand.

Gigabit Ethernet

The G in POE-24-12W-G identifies an important feature: the adapter supports Gigabit Ethernet. 

This allows a network architecture such as:

Gigabit Router

↓

Gigabit Switch

↓

POE-24-12W-G

↓

Compatible Gigabit Ubiquiti Device

The injector can therefore supply 24V power without deliberately reducing the wired Ethernet path to 100Mbps.

This matters particularly for newer or higher-throughput outdoor radios.

POE-24-12W vs POE-24-12W-G

Ubiquiti has documented both the POE-24-12W and POE-24-12W-G. The most important difference is Ethernet speed. 

Feature	POE-24-12W	POE-24-12W-G
Output Voltage	24V	24V
Output Current	0.5A	0.5A
Output Power	12W	12W
Gigabit LAN	No	Yes
Remote Reset	Yes	Yes
Reset Button	Yes	Yes
AC Input	100–240V	100–240V
Powering	2-pair	2-pair

Both provide the same 24V 0.5A electrical output, but the G version supports Gigabit Ethernet. 

For a compatible device with a Gigabit port, the POE-24-12W-G is the better networking choice because it avoids the Fast Ethernet limitation of the non-Gigabit version.

POE-24-12W-G vs POE-24-7W-G

The 7W and 12W adapters both provide 24V, but they supply different maximum currents.

Feature	POE-24-7W-G	POE-24-12W-G
Voltage	24V	24V
Current	0.3A	0.5A
Approx. Power	7.2W	12W
Gigabit	Yes	Yes
Remote Reset	Yes	Yes
Surge Protection	Yes	Yes

Ubiquiti specifies 24V @ 0.3A for its low-power model and 24V @ 0.5A for the mid-power POE-24-12W-G. 

The 12W model therefore provides more available power for compatible equipment.

POE-24-12W-G vs POE-24-24W-G

The next step up is the POE-24-24W-G.

Feature	POE-24-12W-G	POE-24-24W-G
Voltage	24V	24V
Current	0.5A	1A
Power	12W	24W
Gigabit	Yes	Yes
Remote Reset	Yes	Yes
Reset Button	Yes	Yes
Surge Protection	Yes	Yes

The higher-power model doubles the available current from 0.5A to 1A.

However, buying the higher-wattage injector is not automatically better. The correct model should be selected according to the exact device specification.

Passive PoE Explained

The POE-24-12W-G belongs to Ubiquiti's 24V passive PoE ecosystem.

This is different from standards-based:

802.3af PoE

802.3at PoE+

and

802.3bt PoE++.

Passive PoE does not rely on the same power-negotiation process used by standards-based PoE switches.

This means the injector should only be connected to equipment specifically compatible with its electrical output.

Important Passive PoE Warning

Do not assume that any device with an RJ45 Ethernet port can safely receive power from the POE-24-12W-G.

The PoE output carries electrical power.

Connecting that output to an incompatible device can potentially cause damage.

The correct connection is:

Router / Switch

↓

LAN/Data side of injector

↓

POE-24-12W-G

↓

PoE output

↓

Compatible 24V passive-PoE device

Do not connect the powered output casually to laptops, ordinary desktop PCs, printers or other non-PoE Ethernet devices.

2-Pair Powering

Ubiquiti specifies two-pair power delivery for the POE-24-12W-G:

Pins 4 and 5 → Positive (+)

Pins 7 and 8 → Negative (-). 

This pin arrangement is another reason compatibility should be checked rather than judging only by voltage.

The complete compatibility check should include:

Voltage + current + wattage + polarity + powering pairs + Ethernet speed.

100–240V AC Input

The adapter accepts:

100–240V AC at 50/60Hz. 

Ubiquiti specifies input current of approximately:

0.3A at 120V AC

and

0.2A at 240V AC. 

The wide AC input range makes the adapter suitable for use across many electrical systems, including normal installations in Kenya when supplied with the appropriate mains cable and properly grounded outlet.

Remote Reset Capability

The POE-24-12W-G supports remote reset and includes a reset button. 

This can be particularly useful when the compatible powered device is installed somewhere difficult to access physically.

For example:

Indoor PoE Adapter

↓

Long Ethernet Cable

↓

Rooftop Radio

Instead of climbing to the rooftop simply to access the device physically, compatible Ubiquiti equipment can make use of the injector's reset functionality.

Built-In Surge Protection

Ubiquiti equips the POE-24-12W-G with difference-mode and common-mode surge protection. 

The manufacturer specifies:

Maximum surge discharge: 1,500A using an 8/20μs waveform

and

Peak pulse current: 36A using a 10/1000μs waveform.

Ubiquiti also specifies clamping protection for both the data and power paths.

This provides useful electrical protection for networking equipment.

Surge Protection for Outdoor Installations

The injector's integrated surge protection should not be treated as a replacement for a complete outdoor protection system.

Outdoor wireless installations may also require:

Outdoor-rated Ethernet cable

Shielded cable

Proper grounding

Ethernet surge protection

Correct cable routing

Appropriate lightning protection

This becomes particularly important for radios mounted on rooftops, poles and towers.

Ubiquiti POE-24-12W-G for Outdoor Wireless

The adapter is particularly useful for compatible outdoor Ubiquiti wireless equipment.

A typical installation can look like:

Internet Router

↓

Gigabit Switch

↓

POE-24-12W-G

↓

Outdoor Cat6 Cable

↓

Compatible Ubiquiti Radio

The injector stays indoors while the remote radio receives both Ethernet data and power over the cable.

Ubiquiti POE-24-12W-G for airMAX

The POE-24-12W-G is particularly relevant to Ubiquiti's airMAX ecosystem, where 24V passive PoE has historically been widely used.

Depending on the exact model and hardware revision, compatible devices may include equipment from families such as:

NanoStation

NanoBeam

LiteBeam

PowerBeam

airMAX CPEs

and other outdoor radios.

However, not every product within those families necessarily uses the same injector.

Always check the exact model.

Ubiquiti POE-24-12W-G for NanoStation

Selected NanoStation products use 24V passive PoE at power levels compatible with a 0.5A injector.

A typical installation might be:

Router

↓

POE-24-12W-G

↓

Outdoor Ethernet

↓

Compatible NanoStation

Ubiquiti's own community guidance has specifically referenced POE-24-12W-G as the appropriate 24V, 0.5A Gigabit injector for certain NanoStation equipment. Exact-model specifications should still take precedence. 

Ubiquiti POE-24-12W-G for Point-to-Point Links

The adapter is useful for compatible point-to-point wireless installations.

For example:

Building A

Router

↓

POE-24-12W-G

↓

Outdoor Radio

)))))))) Wireless Link ((((((((

Building B

Outdoor Radio

↓

Compatible PoE Adapter

↓

Switch / Router

This architecture can extend a network between buildings without laying fibre or Ethernet cable across the entire distance.

The radio model, frequency, antenna characteristics, distance, line of sight and local regulations all affect the wireless link itself.

Ubiquiti POE-24-12W-G for Point-to-Multipoint Networks

The adapter can also power compatible equipment in point-to-multipoint wireless deployments.

For example:

Internet Gateway

↓

Switch

↓

POE-24-12W-G

↓

Compatible Base/CPE Radio

↓

Wireless Network

This type of deployment is common in WISP and long-range wireless networking.

The adapter supplies power; it does not determine wireless coverage or throughput.

Can POE-24-12W-G Power UniFi Access Points?

Only use it with a UniFi AP if the exact AP model and hardware revision explicitly support 24V passive PoE.

Many modern UniFi access points use:

PoE

PoE+

or

PoE++

rather than 24V passive PoE.

This is particularly important with newer U6 and U7 products.

Do not assume that an injector is compatible simply because both products are made by Ubiquiti.

POE-24-12W-G vs 48V PoE Adapter

Feature	POE-24-12W-G	POE-48-24W-G
Voltage	24V	48V
Current	0.5A	0.5A
Power	12W	24W
Gigabit	Yes	Yes
Remote Reset	Yes	No
Reset Button	Yes	No
Powering	2-pair	2-pair

Although both are Ubiquiti PoE injectors and both provide 0.5A, they operate at different voltages.

They should not be treated as interchangeable.

POE-24-12W-G vs New UACC-Adapter-PoE-24-12W

Ubiquiti now also sells the newer UACC-Adapter-PoE-24-12W. It has the same fundamental 24V, 0.5A, 12W output class but is a different product. 

Feature	POE-24-12W-G	New UACC 24V 12W
Voltage	24V	24V
Current	0.5A	0.5A
Output	12W	12W
Gigabit	Yes	Yes
Faster Data Support	Gigabit	Up to 2.5GbE marketed
Remote Reset	Yes	Yes
Reset Button	Yes	Yes
Efficiency	75%+	82.96%
Dimensions	87 × 44 × 29mm	89 × 46 × 33mm
Weight	99g	100g

Ubiquiti describes the newer adapter as a 12W PoE adapter with 2.5GbE connectivity. 

This distinction is worth considering when specifying equipment for a new installation.

Using POE-24-12W-G with MikroTik

The injector's LAN side can connect to a MikroTik router or switch.

For example:

Internet

↓

MikroTik Router

↓

Gigabit Switch

↓

POE-24-12W-G

↓

Compatible Ubiquiti Radio

The router brand does not need to match the injector.

The key compatibility requirement is between the injector's powered output and the receiving device.

Using POE-24-12W-G with TP-Link

The same principle applies to TP-Link equipment:

TP-Link Router

↓

TP-Link Gigabit Switch

↓

POE-24-12W-G

↓

Compatible Ubiquiti Radio

The TP-Link equipment handles normal Ethernet traffic.

The Ubiquiti injector adds 24V passive power for the compatible downstream device.

Using POE-24-12W-G with Starlink

The injector can also form part of a network whose internet connection is provided by Starlink.

For example:

Starlink

↓

Router / Gateway

↓

Gigabit Switch

↓

POE-24-12W-G

↓

Compatible Ubiquiti Outdoor Radio

The adapter powers the downstream Ubiquiti equipment.

It does not power the Starlink dish itself and does not increase the bandwidth supplied by Starlink.

Using POE-24-12W-G with Fibre Internet

A fibre installation might use:

Fibre ONT

↓

Router / Firewall

↓

Gigabit Switch

↓

POE-24-12W-G

↓

Compatible Ubiquiti Device

The type of internet connection does not determine whether the injector is compatible.

Compatibility depends on the device receiving PoE.

POE-24-12W-G vs PoE Switch

A dedicated injector is particularly convenient when only one or two devices require 24V passive power.

For example:

Network Switch

├── Ordinary Ethernet Devices
├── Ordinary Ethernet Devices
└── POE-24-12W-G → Outdoor Radio

This can avoid replacing a perfectly functional non-PoE switch.

For large deployments with many powered devices, centralized power infrastructure may provide cleaner cabling and easier management.

Advantages of Ubiquiti POE-24-12W-G

The POE-24-12W-G combines several useful features:

24V DC output

0.5A current

12W power

Gigabit Ethernet

remote reset

reset button

shielded RJ45 connections

surge protection

100–240V AC input

and

compact dimensions. 

This makes it particularly useful for compatible Ubiquiti outdoor networking equipment.

Limitations of Ubiquiti POE-24-12W-G

The main limitation is that the injector provides only 12W at 24V.

It is therefore not appropriate for equipment requiring:

48V

PoE+

PoE++

or more than its available power.

It also belongs to the passive-PoE ecosystem, so installers must take particular care when connecting equipment.

For newer deployments, Ubiquiti's newer 24V 12W adapter may also be worth considering because it offers an updated design and faster data capability. 

Who Should Buy the Ubiquiti POE-24-12W-G?

The adapter is particularly suitable for:

WISPs

network installers

wireless bridge installations

compatible airMAX devices

compatible NanoStation equipment

compatible LiteBeam equipment

compatible PowerBeam equipment

replacement of an existing POE-24-12W-G

networks using non-PoE switches

It is especially useful where both 24V 0.5A passive power and Gigabit Ethernet are required.

Ubiquiti POE-24-12W-G Price in Kenya

The exact selling price in Kenya can vary according to stock source, exchange rates, freight, taxes and availability.

Ubiquiti's current U.S. store lists the POE-24-12W-G at US$15, but this is an international manufacturer-store reference and not Orbitlink Solutions' Kenya selling price. 

Contact Orbitlink Solutions for the current Ubiquiti POE-24-12W-G 24V 0.5A price and stock availability in Kenya.

When requesting a quotation, it is helpful to provide the exact radio or networking device that the injector will power.

Why Buy Ubiquiti POE-24-12W-G from Orbitlink Solutions?

The most important part of selecting this injector is ensuring that the connected device actually requires 24V passive PoE at a power level within the adapter's 12W output. A POE-24-12W-G, 24V 1A adapter, 48V injector and standards-based PoE+ adapter may all use Ethernet connectors, but they are not automatically interchangeable.

The Gigabit capability is also worth confirming when replacing an older injector. Using the non-G POE-24-12W with a Gigabit radio can introduce an unnecessary Fast Ethernet bottleneck, while the POE-24-12W-G maintains Gigabit connectivity. 

Orbitlink Solutions can help match the injector with compatible Ubiquiti radios, switches, routers, outdoor Ethernet cabling, surge protection and other networking equipment according to the specific deployment.

Watch the Ubiquiti POE-24-12W 24V 0.5A Video

The POE-24-12W-G is fundamentally a 24V, 0.5A, 12W passive-PoE injector with a Gigabit data path. That combination is important because an injector must satisfy two different requirements at the same time: it must provide the correct electrical supply and allow the required Ethernet speed to pass through. Ubiquiti's current specifications confirm Gigabit support for the G version. 

The adapter's remote-reset functionality is another practical advantage for outdoor wireless installations. When compatible equipment is mounted high on a building, mast or other difficult-to-access location, having reset capability at the indoor injector can simplify certain maintenance tasks. Ubiquiti specifies both remote-reset capability and a reset button for this model. 

Compatibility remains the most important consideration. The POE-24-12W-G should not be selected simply because the receiving equipment is branded Ubiquiti. Ubiquiti's product families span 24V passive PoE, 48V arrangements and IEEE PoE standards. The exact powered-device specification should therefore determine whether this 24V 0.5A injector is appropriate.

Frequently Asked Questions About Ubiquiti POE-24-12W-G

What is the Ubiquiti POE-24-12W-G?

It is a 24V passive PoE injector providing 0.5A output, approximately 12W of power and Gigabit Ethernet connectivity. 

What voltage does POE-24-12W-G provide?

It outputs 24V DC.

What current does it provide?

It provides 0.5A. 

How many watts is 24V 0.5A?

12W, calculated as 24V × 0.5A.

Is POE-24-12W-G Gigabit?

Yes. Ubiquiti specifies a Gigabit LAN port. 

What does the G mean?

For this model family, the G version provides Gigabit Ethernet, whereas the documented POE-24-12W does not. 

Does POE-24-12W-G support remote reset?

Yes. 

Does it have a reset button?

Yes. 

Does it have surge protection?

Yes. Ubiquiti specifies difference- and common-mode surge protection. 

What pins carry power?

Ubiquiti specifies pins 4/5 positive and 7/8 negative. 

Does it use four-pair PoE?

No. It uses two-pair powering.

What input voltage does it accept?

100–240V AC at 50/60Hz.

What are its dimensions?

Approximately 87 × 44 × 29mm. 

How much does it weigh?

Approximately 99g. 

Can I use POE-24-12W-G with airMAX?

It can be used with compatible airMAX equipment that specifically supports its 24V passive-PoE output. Check the exact model.

Can I use it with NanoStation?

Selected NanoStation models are compatible with 24V 0.5A passive PoE, but the exact model and revision should be checked.

Can I use it with LiteBeam?

It can be used with compatible LiteBeam models whose specifications call for this type of 24V passive power.

Can I use it with PowerBeam?

The same rule applies: verify the exact PowerBeam model's voltage and power requirement.

Can I use it with any UniFi access point?

No. Many newer UniFi APs use standards-based PoE or PoE+ instead of 24V passive PoE.

Can I replace POE-24-12W with POE-24-12W-G?

Both documented models provide 24V at 0.5A, but the G model adds Gigabit Ethernet. Exact device and hardware compatibility should still be confirmed. 

Is POE-24-12W-G the same as the new UACC 24V 12W adapter?

No. They are separate models. Both provide 24V at 0.5A, but the newer UACC model has updated specifications and is marketed with 2.5GbE connectivity.

Can I use a 48V adapter instead?

Not unless the powered device explicitly supports 48V. Do not treat 24V and 48V injectors as interchangeable.

Can I connect it to a MikroTik router?

Yes. The LAN side can connect to normal Ethernet equipment such as a MikroTik router or switch.

Can I connect it to a TP-Link switch?

Yes. The switch can provide the Ethernet data connection while the injector supplies power to the compatible downstream device.

Can I use it with Starlink?

Yes, as part of the downstream network to power compatible Ubiquiti equipment. It does not power the Starlink dish itself.

Does the adapter increase internet speed?

No. It supplies electrical power and passes Ethernet traffic.

What is the Ubiquiti POE-24-12W-G price in Kenya?

Contact Orbitlink Solutions for the current exact-model price and stock availability.

Buy Ubiquiti POE-24-12W-G 24V 0.5A in Kenya

The Ubiquiti POE-24-12W-G is a practical solution for compatible equipment requiring 24V passive PoE, 0.5A current, up to 12W output and Gigabit Ethernet. Its remote reset capability, shielded RJ45 connections and integrated surge protection make it particularly useful in outdoor wireless and WISP installations.

For replacement installations, pay close attention to the complete model number. The POE-24-12W-G provides Gigabit Ethernet, while the older/non-G POE-24-12W is documented without a Gigabit LAN port. Both provide 24V at 0.5A, but that networking difference can matter significantly.

Contact Orbitlink Solutions

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Contact Orbitlink Solutions for the current Ubiquiti POE-24-12W-G 24V 0.5A price in Kenya, stock availability and help matching the correct injector with your Ubiquiti radio, outdoor wireless equipment or network installation.