DITEK DTK-WM8NETS 8-Channel PoE Network Surge Protector

The DITEK DTK-WM8NETS is an 8-channel wall-mount Ethernet and Power over Ethernet (PoE) surge protector designed to safeguard network switches, IP surveillance systems, and other connected equipment against damaging electrical transients. Supporting 10GbE data speeds, a 20kA per-pair surge current rating, and up to 144 watts of power handling, it uses hybrid TVS diode and gas discharge tube (GDT) protection. The UL 497B-listed device features shielded RJ45 connections and individually replaceable surge protection modules.

DITEK DTK-WM8NETS 8-Channel Wall-Mount Ethernet and PoE Surge Protector

The DITEK DTK-WM8NETS Network Surge Protector provides centralized surge protection for up to eight Ethernet or Power over Ethernet (PoE) circuits within a compact, wall-mountable enclosure. Designed to protect sensitive network equipment from transient overvoltages, the device supports Ethernet transmission speeds up to 10GbE while preserving high-speed data connectivity. Its eight independent protection channels make it suitable for network switches, network video recorders (NVRs), wireless access points, IP camera networks, access control equipment, and PoE lighting systems. The modular configuration allows installers to protect multiple network cable runs at a central location before they connect to valuable electronic equipment.

The DTK-WM8NETS combines transient voltage suppression (TVS) diode and gas discharge tube (GDT) technologies to provide both differential-mode (line-to-line) and common-mode (line-to-ground) surge protection. Its electrical specifications include a 20,000-amp surge current rating per pair, 7.22V differential-mode clamping voltage, 75V common-mode clamping voltage, and a service voltage below 60V DC. The device supports up to 144 watts of power handling and complies with IEEE 802.3af, 802.3at, and 802.3bt PoE standards, including Type 3 and Type 4 applications. The surge protector is UL 497B listed and conforms to ANSI/TIA-568, RoHS, and CE requirements identified in the manufacturer's technical documentation.

The rapid-replacement modular design allows individual surge protection modules to be removed and replaced without taking the entire enclosure off its mounting surface. Eight shielded RJ45 input/output channels accommodate Ethernet and PoE connections, while compatible DTK-NETMS replacement modules protect standard Ethernet and PoE circuits. Optional DTK-EXTMS modules provide protection for PoE extender circuits within the same housing. The enclosure measures 7.60 x 2.93 x 2.36 inches and features an ABS housing designed for operating temperatures from -40 F to 158 F (-40 C to 70 C), with maximum humidity of 95% non-condensing. This construction supports indoor installations in telecommunications rooms, network closets, and security equipment locations.

The DTK-WM8NETS is intended for installation near the protected network equipment, using properly connected shielded RJ45 cabling and an appropriate grounding arrangement. The manufacturer's installation instructions specify a minimum 14 AWG grounding conductor, a maximum measured ground resistance of 25 ohms, and a recommended ground resistance of 5 ohms or less. A three-foot RJ45 patch cable connects each protected output to its associated network device. By combining eight-channel surge protection, 10GbE compatibility, field-replaceable modules, and a 10-year limited manufacturer warranty, the DTK-WM8NETS provides a practical protection solution for professional IP surveillance, network infrastructure, access control, and PoE-based systems.