MikroTik GPOE-CON-mini: 48V to 24V PoE Converter

What is the GPOE-CON-mini?

The GPOE-CON-mini is a power conversion device designed to interface standard PoE networks with devices that require 24V Passive PoE power. It is placed between the PoE switch or injector and the end device, handling voltage conversion without requiring additional software configuration on RouterOS.

What are the main features?

The device accepts an input voltage of 48–57 V via the 802.3af/at PoE standard. On the output, it provides power for 24V Passive PoE devices, including LHG, SXTsq, Groove, and NetBox ax models. It supports data transmission speeds up to 2.5 Gigabit. The dimensions are compact: 87 × 33 × 20 mm. The list price indicated by MikroTik is 29 USD.

Who is it for and where does it make sense to use it?

It is useful for network administrators and WISPs who need to power 24V Passive PoE antennas or access points from enterprise or industrial switches that only provide standard 48V PoE. It makes sense in installations where you want to maintain a single power infrastructure without adding dedicated injectors for each voltage type, reducing cabling complexity and the number of active components in the power chain.

What to know before choosing it?

The GPOE-CON-mini is compatible with the GPeR-IP67-Case enclosure, making it suitable for outdoor installations where adequate protection against weather conditions is required. Always verify that the maximum power required by the end device is covered by the input PoE capacity, as the converter does not amplify the available power but converts it.

Source: MikroTik Newsletter #135.