Opengear OM1308-8E-C Industrial Gigabit PoE+ Switch with 8-Port Serial Server, 8x RS-232 (X1/X2 Selectable), 8x 10/100/1000BASE-T, 240W PoE Budget, DIN-Rail

With a 240W PoE budget across eight Gigabit ports and an integrated 8-port RS-232 serial server, the Opengear OM1308-8E-C delivers uncompromising connectivity for harsh industrial environments. This rugged switch combines IEEE 802.3af/at PoE+ with dual redundant 48-57VDC inputs and an operating range of -40°C to +75°C, ensuring reliable performance in the most demanding applications.

Overview

The OM1308-8E-C is a DIN-rail mountable industrial Ethernet switch that merges high-power PoE+ switching with serial device networking. Each of its eight 10/100/1000BASE-T ports can supply up to 30W to connected devices, while the eight RS-232 serial ports—with selectable X1 or X2 pinouts—enable seamless integration of legacy equipment into modern IP networks. Housed in a rugged metal enclosure, the switch is engineered to withstand extreme temperatures, vibration, and electrical noise, making it ideal for transportation, power utility, and factory automation deployments.

What stands out

• Eight Gigabit PoE+ ports with a total power budget of 240W—enough to power IP cameras, wireless access points, and other high-demand devices.
• Integrated 8-port RS-232 serial server with DB9 connectors and user-selectable X1 or X2 pinouts for flexible serial device connectivity.
• Dual redundant 48-57VDC power inputs for mission-critical uptime in power-sensitive environments.
• Wide operating temperature range from -40°C to +75°C, certified to NEMA TS-2, IEC 61850-3, and IEEE 1613 for harsh industrial use.
• Unmanaged plug-and-play operation with QoS support (IEEE 802.1p) and jumbo frame handling up to 10KB for efficient traffic prioritization.

Technical details

• Ethernet ports: 8 × 10/100/1000BASE-T (Gigabit), all supporting PoE/PoE+ (IEEE 802.3af/at)
• Serial ports: 8 × RS-232, DB9 connectors, X1 or X2 pinout selectable
• PoE power budget: 240W total (up to 30W per port)
• Input voltage: 48-57VDC, dual redundant inputs
• Management: Unmanaged
• Mounting: DIN-rail or wall-mount
• Operating temperature: -40°C to +75°C
• Certifications: UL, CE, FCC, RoHS, NEMA TS-2, IEC 61850-3, IEEE 1613
• Enclosure: Rugged metal
• Jumbo frame support: up to 10KB
• QoS: IEEE 802.1p Class of Service

Our verdict

The Opengear OM1308-8E-C is a powerhouse for industrial networks that demand both high-power PoE and serial connectivity. Its robust design, wide temperature tolerance, and redundant power inputs make it a reliable backbone for critical infrastructure, while the integrated serial server simplifies legacy device integration. If you need a single, rugged device to handle modern IP devices and traditional serial equipment, this switch is an outstanding choice.