Model 7181 Single Channel RJ45 Cat5e ONLINE/OFFLINE Rotary Switch, Faceplate Mounted, PoE Interface, 12 VDC
Overview
The LineSelect® Model 7181 Single Channel RJ45 Cat5e Online/Offline Rotary Switch allows the user the capability of connecting two separate devices to ports A and COM via Online or Offline connection. The LineSelect® Model 7181 is provided as a rotary switch and LED mounted to a faceplate with cabled RJ45 and Phoenix connectors for installation into any double gang wall box. No power is required for operation, but 12 VDC power is required for lighting the blue Online status LED if desired.
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Allows quick disconnect from network when not in use, providing ultimate security.
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Blocks out intruders.
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Ideal for 12 VDC Power Over Ethernet (PoE), IoT Devices, Audio & Video Camera Network Installations.
FEATURES OF THE MODEL 7181 ONLINE/OFFLINE ROTARY SWITCH:
- Completely isolates the COMMON device from the data network when in OFFLINE position.
- The switch ports are transparent to all data.
- All (8) pins of the RJ45 interface are switched via a break-before-make rotary switch.
- No power required for switching operation.
- Blue LED indicates the ONLINE position when power (12 VDC) is supplied to the unit.
- Faceplate mounting allows easy installation in double gang wall boxes.
- Certified for Cat 5e compliance.
- Supports PoE IEEE 802.3af and IEEE 802.3at applications passing through A and COM ports.
- Custom length Cat5e cables available for your switch installation. Get better performance!
- Lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects.
- For a similar switch with 3.3 VDC powered LED, see Model 7191, Cat. No. 307191.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
- PORT CONNECTORS: (2) RJ45 Cat5e female connectors labeled A and COM.
- FRONT PANEL CONTROL: (1) Rotary switch on front panel selects ONLINE or OFFLINE.
- POWER & DISPLAY:
- Requires no power to operate the manual rotary switch.
- Has (1) blue LED to further indicate ONLINE position, but requires customer supplied 12 VDC power.
- Phoenix Connector Kit provided (P/N 518221)
- DIMENSIONS: Double Gang Wall Box: 4.56" W x 4.5" H x 2" D. (11.6 x 11.5 x 5.1 cm)
- WEIGHT: Approximately 0.3 lbs. (0.2 kg)
LineSelect® Model 7181 Cat5e Online/Offline Application with BLUE LED (12 VDC):
The drawing illustrates a computer connected to the RJ45 COMMON port with access to a Data Network connected to the RJ45 port A. The computer and Data Network can be disconnected in the OFFLINE position. A customer supplied 12 VDC power connected to the Phoenix connector provides power for the BLUE LED. Model 7191 ONLINE / OFFLINE connection does not need any power from the Phoenix connector, only the BLUE LED which indicates ONLINE or OFFINE position.

Ordering Information
- Catalog Number: 307181
- Model Number: 7181
- Base Price: See website or contact us for current pricing and availability.
- Optional Wide-Range power supply: Catalog Number 517277 IEC C14 Inlet, 100-240VAC, 12 VDC
Documentation & Support
- Specification Sheet (PDF) Download Available.
- Product Manual available upon request.
- For custom fiber optic network switch requirements contact our sales support team 401-943-1164 or email eslab@electrostandards.com
- We welcome international inquiries and ship worldwide.
Shipping and Returns 
- Shipped via UPS ground (unless otherwise requested).
- Freight Charges prepaid and added to invoice. We can estimate freight charges for you.
- Return policy: contact us within 30 days of shipment for an RMA number. Items returned without RMA not accepted. Please refer to our full return policy in our Terms and Conditions found on our website.
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