
Datasheet
INSTANT 802.3af
INSTANT 802.3af
Indoor and Outdoor Adapters
Models: INS-8023AF-O, INS-8023AF-I
Transforms PoE Devices into 48V, 802.3af-Compliant Products
Works with 802.3af Switches for Remote Control Power Applications
Enables Longer Cable Run Lengths
 

Overview
The Instant 802.3af Adapter transforms 
almost any Ubiquiti PoE (Power over 
Ethernet) device into a fully compliant 
48V, 802.3af-compatible product.
Datasheet
INSTANT 802.3af
PoE Switch Compatibility
The Instant 802.3af Adapter works 
seamlessly with a variety of 802.3af 
switches for remote power control 
applications. As you manage and 
monitor your network, you can 
conveniently power or power cycle 
your remote devices using your 
802.3af switch.
For ease of power management, you 
can centralize the 802.3af switch and 
power source, and you can include a 
UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) 
as a backup. This way your network 
continues to run even during a 
temporary power outage.
Ubiquiti Compatibility
airMAX 
Adapter
airCam
Adapter
™
™
NanoBridge
with Outdoor 
Instant 802.3af 
with Outdoor 
Instant 802.3af 
airMAX 
Rocket™M5 with 
Outdoor Instant 
802.3af Adapter
M2 
802.3af Switch
Outdoor products powered by 802.3af switch
Available in both indoor and outdoor 
versions, the Instant 802.3af Adapter 
is compatible with most Ubiquiti 
PoE devices* using 100 Mbps ports, 
including:
• airMAX
• airVision
• UniFi
• mFi
™
™
™
™
Longer Cable Runs
High voltage carries power more 
efciently (using less current) than low 
voltage. The Instant 802.3af Adapter 
enables longer 48V cable runs due to 
a more efcient power delivery – so 
your products can get the power they 
require even when they are located far 
from the 802.3af switch.
ESD/Surge Protection
The Instant 802.3af Adapter provides 
an additional ±15kV of Ethernet 
isolation for built-in protection that 
lessens the risk of ESD or surge 
damage to your devices.
airMAX Product Compatibility airVision Product Compatibility
RocketM
BulletM
Bullet TitaniumM
NanoBridgeM
NanoStationM
NanoStationlocoM
PowerBridgeM
NanoBridgeM
airGridM
PicoStationM
Ubiquiti products compatible with Instant 802.3af Adapters
UniFi AP Outdoor 
airCam 
with Outdoor 
Instant 802.3af 
Adapter
with Outdoor 
Instant 802.3af 
Adapter
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
airCam
airCam Dome
airCam Mini
UniFi Product Compatibility
UniFi AP
UniFi AP LR
UniFi AP Outdoor
mFi Product Compatibility
mPort
mPort Serial
UniFi APs 
with Indoor 
Instant 802.3af 
Adapters
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
802.3af Switch
* Check product specications to verify voltage 
compatibility.
Indoor and outdoor products powered by 802.3af switch
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Specications
Electrical Information
Input Power 48V, 802.3af (with Sensing Capability)
Output Power 18V, 0.7A
Output PoE Method Positive 4, 5; Return 7, 8
Ethernet ESD/Surge Protection ±15kV
Physical Information
Model INS-8023AF-I INS-8023AF-O
Dimensions (mm) 93.5 x 27 x 21.5 315 x 25.8 x 24.8
Weight 200 g 300 g
Operating Temperature 0 to 70° C -30 to 70° C
Output Ethernet Cable N/A Shielded CAT5, Length: 10 cm
Instant 802.3af Adapter, Indoor Version, model INS-8023AF-I
Datasheet
INSTANT 802.3af
Instant 802.3af Adapter, Outdoor Version, model INS-8023AF-O
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All speci cations in this document are subject to change without notice.
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Networks’ industrial-grade, shielded 
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Designed for outdoor use, 
TOUGHCables have been built to 
perform even in the harshest weather 
and environments.
ESD Damage Protection 
Protect your networks from 
devastating electrostatic discharge 
(ESD) attacks.
Extended Cable Support 
TOUGHCables have been developed 
to increase power handling 
performance for extended cable run 
lengths.
Bulletproof your networks
TOUGHCable is currently available in 
two versions: PRO Shielding Protection 
and CARRIER Shielding Protection.
TOUGHCable PRO
outdoor, carrier-class shielded cable 
with an integrated ESD drain wire.
TOUGHCable CARRIER
Category5e, outdoor, carrier-class 
shielded cable that features 
an integrated ESD drain wire, 
anti-crosstalk divider, and secondary 
shielding. It is rated to provide optimal 
performance on Gigabit Ethernet 
networks.
Additional Information:
Ubiquiti TOUGHCable and TOUGHCable 
INSTANT 802.3af
Datasheet
 is a Category 5e, 
TOUGHCable Connectors 
Speci cally designed for use with Ubiquiti TOUGHCables, TOUGHCable  
Connectors protect against ESD attacks and Ethernet hardware damage, while  
allowing rapid  eld deployment without soldering. The standard TOUGHCable  
Connectors are available in 100-pc. bags, while the TC-GND versions include  
ground wires and are available in 20-pc. bags.
ESD attacks are the leading cause for 
device failures. The diagram below 
illustrates the areas vulnerable to 
ESD attacks in a network.
By using a grounded Ubiquiti Power 
over Ethernet (PoE) Adapter along with 
Connectors, you can effectively protect 
against ESD attacks.
• 24 AWG copper conductor pairs
• 26 AWG integrated ESD drain wire 
to prevent ESD attacks and damage
• PE outdoor-rated, weatherproof 
jacket
• Multi-layered shielding
• Available in lengths of 1000 ft 
(304.8m)
 is a 
Unshielded
cable with
no ESD drain
PoE adapter with 
no earth ground
Ubiquiti
Instant 802.3af 
Adapter
Ubiquiti 
TOUGHCable
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