nomad.poe
Powers IP cameras and creates a local Wi-Fi network using the 18V tool batteries you already carry. No AC power. No customer network access required.
Use your own Makita / Milwaukee
| PoE Standard | 802.3at PoE+ |
| PoE Budget | ~30W |
| Ethernet | Gigabit (1000 Mbps) |
| Wi-Fi | Dual-band 2.4 / 5 GHz |
| Input Voltage | 18–20V DC (tool battery) |
| Ports | 1× PoE out, 1× LAN, 1× USB |
| USB Tethering | Supported |
| DHCP Server | Built-in |
| Battery Included | No |
| Carry | Shoulder strap included |
Pairs with nomad.ip ToolBox for one-click IP management in the field.
What it does
Battery powered
Runs on Makita or Milwaukee 18V tool batteries. The ones already on your truck. Swap in a fresh battery and keep going.
PoE+ output
Full 802.3at PoE+ at ~30W. Powers IP cameras, access control readers, and other PoE devices over a single cable.
Built-in router
Creates its own local network with DHCP, a Wi-Fi access point, and wired Ethernet. No customer network needed.
Camera setup
Aim, focus, and configure cameras before infrastructure exists. Access camera web interfaces from your phone or laptop.
Phone tethering
USB port supports phone tethering for internet access in the field — useful for firmware updates or remote support.
Grab and go
Shoulder strap included. Shows up on a job, does its job, goes back in the bag. No setup, no teardown.
How it compares
| Feature | nomad.poe — $299 | Veracity POINTSOURCE — $350+ | Axis T8415 — $400+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ethernet speed | Gigabit | 10/100 only | 10/100 only |
| Battery type | 18V Li-ion tool battery | Proprietary lead-acid | 12V 3.4Ah proprietary |
| Battery swap | Any Makita / Milwaukee | Proprietary only | Proprietary only |
| Software integration | nomad.ip ToolBox | None | Axis app only |
| USB tethering | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Price | $299 | $350–400 | $350–400 |