Plug-and-Play 90W PoE Solution Streamlines Industrial IoT Deployments

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Microchip's industrial-grade Power over Ethernet (PoE) midspans enable device deployment wherever needed, without any switch replacements or upgrades CHANDLER, Ariz., July 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As industrial environments become more automated and connected, demand for Power over Ethernet is rising to enable industrial applications by delivering reliable power and data over a single cable, simplifying deployment and scalability. To offer an industrial-grade solution, Microchip Technology (Nasdaq: MCHP) has extended its broad range of single- and multi-port PoE solutions to include its PD-9601GCI Midspan , designed to meet the IEEE 802.3bt standard for industrial applications and their challenging environments. "In a market where many existing networks don't fully support PoE's convenient single-cable deployment models, our industrial-grade PD-9601GCI midspan makes it easier for our customers to power their smart equipment in factories and industrial settings," said Charlie Forni, corporate vice president of Microchip's networking and connectivity business unit. "Additionally, our customers have the option to use our midspans as a private label powering option, enabling them to differentiate their products by offering a simpler integrated power solution." Microchip's PD-9601GCI midspan stands out from its existing PC-9601GC single-port indoor PoE midspan because it's industrial-grade and is designed to reduce the need for complex electrical work and additional power outlets, while delivering up to 90W of power and 10/100/1000 Mbps data rates over a single Ethernet cable. The device offers features and capabilities that support reliable operation in remote or challenging factory and outdoor locations, minimizing downtime and support issues: Midspans are inserted after the network switch where they inject power onto an Ethernet line so it can deliver both power and data. These devices provide a convenient and cost-effective solution to deploy PoE in remote or challenging environments. Bundled with an IoT device, midspans enable manufacturers to offer a plug-and-play solution designed to support power delivery over the network.

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