The PD is classified based on power. The classification of the PD is the maximum power that the PD will draw across all input
voltages and operational modes.
A PD will return to Class 0 to 8 in accordance with the maximum power draw as specified by
Class
Usage
0
Default
1
Optional
2
Optional
3
Optional
Valid for Type 2 (802.3at)
4
devices,
not allowed for 802.3af devices
5
Valid for Type 3 (802.3bt)
devices
6
7
Valid for Type 4 (802.3bt)
devices
8
Range of maximum power used by the PD
0.44 to 12.95 watts
0.44 to 3.84 watts
3.84 to 6.49 watts
6.49 to 12.95 watts (or to 15.4 watts)
12.95 to 25.5 watts
40 watts
51 watts (4-pair)
62 watts (4-pair)
71.3 watts (4-pair)
Table 4-6-1-1 Device Class.
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Table 4-6-1-1.
Class Description
Classification unimplement
Very low power
Low power
Mid power
High power