Hikvision PC110 Pendant Cap for Dome Camera
Overview
The PC110 is a weatherproof pendant mounting cap engineered specifically for Hikvision dome cameras in outdoor and demanding indoor environments. Built from aluminum alloy with a protective white finish, it extends the operational lifespan of your surveillance hardware by shielding the camera connection point from direct water ingress, dust, and UV exposure — three of the fastest failure vectors in exterior installations.
Key Features
- Aluminum Alloy Construction: Corrosion-resistant material rated for long-term outdoor exposure. Unlike plastic caps that degrade under UV, aluminum maintains structural integrity and continues to reflect heat away from the camera's junction — a practical advantage in high-sun locations where thermal stress compounds connector failures.
- Waterproof Sealed Design: Prevents rain and condensation from pooling around the camera mount, which is where most moisture-related failures originate. The sealed cap keeps water out without trapping humidity inside the junction box.
- Lightweight at 0.29 lbs: Minimal load on ceiling/pendant mounts and cable runs. On long cable runs or when you're stacking multiple cameras per junction box, this weight savings prevents cable strain and reduces the mechanical stress that leads to connector creep.
- Seven-Model Compatibility: Fits DS-2CD21xxFWD-IS, DS-2CD21x2F-I, DS-2CD21x2F-IWS, DS-2CE56C5T-IT1, DS-2CE56D1T-VPIR, DS-2CE56D5T-IT3, and DS-2CE56C2N-IT3 — covering both turret and fixed-dome lines. Verify your exact model before ordering, as pendant cap thread pitch and diameter vary across Hikvision's dome family.
- Maintains Aesthetic Continuity: White finish blends with standard ceiling or wall installations. If your environment is industrial or uses matte-gray cabling, a black pendant cap may be more appropriate — check if Hikvision offers a PC110-B variant.
- Straightforward Installation: Hand-threaded or gentle wrench-tightened onto the camera's pendant mount. No tools beyond a small adjustable wrench needed — saves time on bulk deployments.
Integration & Compatibility
The PC110 is a passive accessory with no power, network, or software integration. It is purely mechanical. Pair it with any of the seven compatible outdoor IP camera models listed above. Before installation, confirm your camera model is on the compatibility list — using an incompatible cap risks cross-threading or poor sealing. If you are deploying a mixed fleet of Hikvision domes, it may be worth standardizing on one model to simplify spare-parts inventory.
When This Accessory Makes Sense
The PC110 is essential in any outdoor or semi-outdoor installation where the camera sits exposed to rain or sprinkler overspray. It is equally valuable in warehouse or factory environments where dust or steam could migrate into the mount junction. If your cameras are in a protected alcove or indoor corridor, a pendant cap adds negligible value but no harm either — it is inexpensive enough to standardize across an entire fleet. Retail, parking facilities, and loading docks are typical deployment points; the cap extends warranty claims by preventing moisture-related damage that might otherwise be classified as abuse.
What to Verify Before Purchase
Confirm your camera model is listed in the seven compatible models. Check the thread diameter and pitch of your current mount — Hikvision uses two common sizes across the dome family. Measure the junction box clearance overhead; on some installations, a thick pendant cap may require recessing the mount slightly. Request the manufacturer datasheet if you need exact thread specifications or fitting torque limits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I use the PC110 on a turret camera instead of a fixed dome?
A: Only if the turret model is listed in the compatibility matrix (DS-2CD21x2F-I and DS-2CD21x2F-IWS are turret variants). Do not attempt to retrofit a cap designed for a fixed dome onto a turret without verifying the thread pitch and mount geometry first.
Q: Will the PC110 prevent all water ingress?
A: The cap seals the pendant junction — the connection point where the camera threads onto the ceiling or wall bracket. It does not waterproof the camera housing itself; that is the camera's job. If your camera is not rated IP66 or higher, water can still enter through the lens or body seams.
Q: What maintenance does the PC110 require?
A: None. Aluminum does not rust, though it may develop a white oxide patina in salt-spray environments (coastal areas). Wipe it clean annually if debris accumulates. No tools or re-sealing needed.
Q: Can I paint the PC110 black or another color?
A: You can, but use a UV-stable paint and confirm it does not fill any drainage holes or impede the seal. Spray lacquer is safer than brush application because it does not clog fine features.
Q: Is the PC110 included with the camera?
A: No. Hikvision cameras ship without a pendant cap. You must order the PC110 separately if you need it.
Q: How long does installation take?
A: Two minutes or less per camera. Hand-thread it onto the pendant mount until snug, or use a small adjustable wrench for the final quarter-turn if you prefer it very tight. Over-tightening can strip the threads.
Marty AllisonPerspective based on aggregated IP Security Depot and affiliated engineering team experience.
The PC110 is one of those accessories that looks trivial on the spec sheet but prevents real operational headaches in the field. At 0.29 lbs, it is light enough to deploy on long pendant runs without introducing cable fatigue, and the aluminum construction sidesteps the UV degradation problems you see with polycarbonate caps after 18–24 months in direct sun. I have seen too many outdoor camera installations fail at the junction box — not because the camera died, but because water pooled in the mount connection and corroded the contacts over a single season.
Technical Highlights:
- Corrosion-Resistant Aluminum: Outlasts plastic by a factor of 3–5 years in harsh environments. In coastal or high-humidity climates, this is the difference between replacing caps annually and ignoring them for the lifetime of the camera.
- Sealed Waterproof Design: Targets the single most common point of failure — the pendant junction. Most Hikvision dome cameras are rated IP66 on the body, but the junction box is not sealed by default. The cap closes that gap.
- Seven-Model Compatibility: Covers a wide enough range of Hikvision domes (both turret and fixed) that you can standardize on a single spare-parts SKU if you have a mixed fleet. Reduces inventory sprawl.
Deployment Considerations:
- Verify your exact camera model against the compatibility list before ordering — thread pitch varies, and a mismatch is frustrating on a rooftop.
- The cap protects the junction but not the camera body. If the camera itself lacks IP66, water entry at the lens barrel or seams will still occur. The PC110 is a complement to a weatherproof camera, not a substitute.
The PC110 is a mandatory add-on for outdoor parking lots, loading docks, and rooftop surveillance where rain and dust are constants. Skip it only if the camera is mounted under a soffit or in a fully enclosed alcove. For retail, industrial, or warehouse deployments with overhead sprinklers or steam, it is cheap insurance against contact corrosion and is worth rolling into the bill of materials from day one.
