I've been doing this exact thing.
I've also heard you can replace the power supply inside the case with a
different model in the same form factor but with DC in. I haven't tried
sourcing the power supply for that approach.
With a +48vdc power source would it make sense to power a
CCR1016-12S-1S+ <http://routerboard.com/CCR1016-12S-1Splus> by opening
the case, bypassing the AC power supplies, and connecting a TRACO
Power TCL 060-124
<http://www.mouser.com/ProductDetail/TRACO-Power/TCL-060-124/?qs=ckJk83FOD0WMJFH7E7aMOQ%3D%3D>
directly to the routerboard? Is there an easier more efficient way?
Trying to avoid using AC at all, thanks.