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SKU: AQD2-8F8R1

HES AQD2-8F8R1 Power Supply 2A 12/24VDC Charger

Dual-voltage 2A power supply with 8 fused relays for access control
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SKU: AQD2B

HES AQD2B Power Supply Board 2A 12/24VDC

Compact 2A power board with field-selectable 12/24VDC output and integrated charging
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SKU: AQD4

HES AQD4 4A 12/24VDC Power Supply with Integrated Battery Charger

Dual-voltage 4A supply with built-in battery charger for access control
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SKU: AQD4-1R

HES AQD4-1R 4A Dual Voltage Power Supply with Charger

Dual-voltage 4A supply with integrated charger for access control
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SKU: AQD4-4C1R1

HES AQD4-4C1R1 Supervised Power Supply 12/24VDC

Dual-voltage supervised supply with active fault detection for access control
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SKU: AQD4-4F1

HES AQD4-4F1 Supervised Power Supply 12/24VDC 4A

Supervised 12/24VDC 4A power supply with four isolated fused channels
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SKU: AQD4-4F2

HES AQD4-4F2 Supervised Power Supply 12/24VDC

Supervised 12/24VDC power supply with 4-amp output for access control
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SKU: AQD6

HES AQD6 Power Supply 6A 12/24VDC with Charger

6A regulated power supply with dual 12/24VDC output and integrated charger
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SKU: AQD6B

HES AQD6B Power Supply Board 6A 12/24VDC Charger

Board-level 6A power supply with selectable 12/24VDC and battery charger
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SKU: AQL104

HES AQL104 10A 24V DC Power Supply Module

10A 24VDC module for access control power distribution
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SKU: AQL4

HES AQL4 4/3A Power Supply DV Module

Regulated 4/3A DV module for access control and door operators
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SKU: B-24-5

HES B-24-5 24VDC 5AMP Battery Backup Power Supply

24VDC 5AMP battery backup for access control systems during outages
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Hikvision

SKU: AB-FE2

Hikvision AB-FE2 Inclined Ceiling Mount Bracket for Dome Cameras

Inclined ceiling mount for dome cameras on pitched or vaulted surfaces
- Waterproof enhanced plastic construction rated for 9.9 lbs camera weight
- Inclined geometry aligns cameras perpendicular to sloped ceilings without angle compensation
- Integrated cable entry point organizes wiring for clean professional installation
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Hikvision

SKU: CB-6D

Hikvision CB-6D Junction Box

Aluminum junction box for Hikvision dome, bullet, turret cameras
- High-quality aluminum alloy resists corrosion and thermal warping
- Weatherproof enclosure protects connections from dust and moisture
- Compact design mounts on wall, ceiling, or pole near camera
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Hikvision

SKU: CB-FE

Hikvision CB-FE Conduit Base for Fisheye Camera

Aluminum conduit base for fisheye cameras in outdoor environments
- Aluminum alloy construction resists corrosion in coastal and high-humidity settings
- Waterproof sealed design protects connections from rainfall and wash-down exposure
- Integrated conduit routing hides wiring from UV damage and physical wear
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SKU: CB-PVP

Hikvision CB-PVP PanoVu 3-Axis Conduit Box

3-axis conduit box for Hikvision PanoVu panoramic camera systems
- Pan, tilt, and rotate adjustments for precise positioning in any coverage scenario
- IP67-rated and IK10-rated housing for durable new build and retrofit installations
- HTTPS encryption support for secure network-connected surveillance deployments
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What to Look For When Buying

The six decisions that matter most before you spec.

Match Bracket to Camera + Surface

A dome camera mounted on a textured wall needs a wall-mount adapter with a gasket; mounted on a pole it needs a pole-mount arm; mounted on an eave it may need a pendant. Third-party brackets exist but brand-specific brackets include proper camera cable routing and weather gasketing. Buying a $40 generic bracket to save on a $80 Axis bracket usually costs more in installation time.

Enclosure NEMA Rating

NEMA 3R = light rain; NEMA 4 = splash + driving rain; NEMA 4X = above + corrosion resistance (coastal, industrial); NEMA 6 = temporary submersion. For weather-exposed camera enclosures, NEMA 4X is the commercial standard. For mission-critical outdoor gear, pair NEMA 4X enclosure + IP67 camera + IK10 vandal rating.

C/CS-Mount Lens Selection

Box cameras use interchangeable C-mount (17.526mm flange) or CS-mount (12.5mm flange). Lens focal length + sensor size determines field of view: a 4mm lens on a 1/3" sensor gives ~60° horizontal FOV. Our DORI guide covers lens selection by scene distance. F-stop matters for low-light; P-iris for auto-exposure.

IR Illuminator Wavelength

850nm IR is more efficient but produces a faint visible red glow (deterrent or accidental giveaway, depending on use case). 940nm is truly covert but requires ~2x the power for the same effective range, and many cameras have lower sensitivity at 940nm. Match illuminator wavelength to camera IR-cut filter spec, or image washout results.

Power Supply Sizing & Distance

12VDC cameras at 100ft from a power supply drop significant voltage over 18-gauge wire — a camera rated for 12V may see 10.5V at the camera end under load, triggering brownout resets. For long runs, use a higher-voltage power supply (24VAC or 48VDC) and step down at the camera. UL-listed surveillance power supplies (Altronix) publish voltage-drop tables.

Cable Jacket Rating

Indoor Cat6 is rated CM (communications); plenum-rated CMP is required for above-drop-ceiling runs per NFPA 70. Outdoor/direct-burial Ethernet is a different product (CMX, direct-burial gel-filled). Mixing jacket ratings causes code violations and fire inspector rejections. Always spec by run environment, not lowest-cost SKU.

Technology Stack

The specs and acronyms that actually affect outdoor performance.

NEMA vs IP Rating Systems

NEMA is the US enclosure standard (NEMA 1-13); IP is the international standard (IP00-IP68). Rough crosswalk: NEMA 4 ≈ IP66, NEMA 4X ≈ IP66 + corrosion, NEMA 6 ≈ IP67. Some spec sheets list both; when only one is given, the crosswalk is approximate. For coastal, industrial, and food-processing environments, specify NEMA 4X or IP66 + stainless steel.

C-Mount vs CS-Mount Lenses

C-mount: 17.526mm flange focal distance. CS-mount: 12.5mm flange. CS cameras accept both lens types (C lenses need a 5mm adapter ring); C cameras accept only C lenses. Most modern box cameras are CS-mount for lens flexibility. Lens thread is 1-inch × 32 TPI on both.

F-Stop / Iris

F-stop = focal length ÷ aperture diameter. Lower F-stop (wider aperture) means more light, better low-light performance, shallower depth of field. F1.4 is very low-light capable; F1.8 is common commercial spec. P-iris (precise iris) lenses auto-adjust aperture based on scene lighting — reduces over-exposure during day, improves low-light at night.

850nm vs 940nm IR

IR illuminators at 850nm are more energy-efficient and the sensitivity of most camera IR-cut filters peaks here — but 850nm produces a faint visible red glow from the LEDs. 940nm is invisible to human eye but requires ~2x the power or shorter effective range. Many covert-deployment cameras are re-tuned for 940nm sensitivity.

UL-Listed Power Supplies

Underwriters Laboratories listed power supplies meet safety standards for overcurrent, overvoltage, and enclosure isolation. UL 294 specifies additional requirements for access control; UL 603 for security burglary; UL 1310 for Class 2 power. Insurance and code requirements increasingly specify UL-listed supplies — particularly in commercial and institutional installations.

Plenum vs Riser vs PVC Cable

Plenum-rated (CMP) cable uses low-smoke FEP jacket for use above suspended ceilings where smoke spreads through return-air plenums. Riser (CMR) is for vertical shaft runs between floors. PVC (CM) is for open office runs only. Using CM in plenum spaces violates NFPA 70 — costly inspector rejection if caught.

Typical Deployment Scenarios

New Construction Retrofit

Cat6A plenum cable pulled to camera locations with proper service loops, 2-gang electrical boxes at each dome location with weatherproof backbox, Cat6A patch panel at the IDF, UL-listed power supplies for any 12V/24V camera, labeled and tested before cameras are mounted.

Coastal / Corrosive Environment

NEMA 4X stainless-steel enclosures for outdoor cameras, 316-grade stainless brackets, silicone dielectric grease on every connector, hot-dipped galvanized or powder-coated steel poles. Budget 15-25% more on accessories vs. standard outdoor — and plan for 3-5 year inspection cycles rather than 10.

Box-Camera LPR Application

Box camera with 50-150mm telephoto lens, dedicated 850nm IR illuminator at same height as camera, pole-mount bracket with junction box, UL power supply for camera + illuminator. LPR-specific enclosures with anti-reflective glass to avoid nighttime IR bloom. Typical deployment: dedicated lane camera, not general-purpose surveillance.

Parking Garage Retrofit

Existing analog coax cable replaced via NVT Phybridge or similar PoE-over-coax, vandal-resistant dome enclosures at ground level, low-profile bullet cameras on ceiling, LED-plus-IR-compatible illuminators to handle harsh fluorescent lighting. Enclosures rated for vehicle-exhaust environment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need the OEM bracket for my camera, or will a generic bracket work?

For most commercial installations, specify the OEM bracket. Brand-specific brackets include proper cable routing, gasketed weather seals, and mounting-hole patterns matched to the camera — which matters more than the cost savings of a generic bracket. Generic brackets are acceptable for indoor standard-dome cameras on flat surfaces; for outdoor, vandal-rated, or pendant applications, use OEM.

What NEMA rating do I need for outdoor camera enclosures?

NEMA 4 for most weather-exposed deployments (driving rain, snow). NEMA 4X for coastal, industrial, or food-processing environments (adds corrosion resistance — typically stainless steel or fiberglass construction). NEMA 6 for temporary submersion or flood-prone areas. The IP-rating equivalent is IP66 for NEMA 4, IP66 + corrosion for NEMA 4X, IP67 for NEMA 6.

How do I choose the right lens focal length for a box camera?

Work backward from the scene. Identify the farthest point you need identification-grade coverage, use our DORI guide to calculate required pixels-per-foot at that distance, and match lens focal length + sensor size to deliver that PPF. A 4mm lens on a 1/3" sensor covers ~60° horizontal FOV; a 12mm lens on the same sensor covers ~20°. Wide FOV = shorter identification distance.

What's the difference between 850nm and 940nm IR illuminators?

850nm is more energy-efficient — you get more effective range per watt — but produces a faint visible red glow from the LEDs. 940nm is truly invisible to the human eye but requires about 2x the power for equivalent range, and many cameras have lower sensor sensitivity at 940nm. For deterrent visibility or cost-efficient long-range, 850nm; for covert applications, 940nm.

Can I power an IP camera with a generic 12V wall-wart?

Not for a commercial deployment. Generic wall-warts are unregulated, not UL-listed for security applications, and typically don't include surge protection. Use a UL-listed surveillance power supply (Altronix AL series, UL 294 or UL 603) with battery backup where required. PoE is preferred when possible — single cable, centralized power management, UPS-backed.

What cable jacket rating do I need for in-ceiling runs?

Plenum-rated (CMP) cable is required for any run through a return-air plenum space above suspended ceilings (most commercial buildings). Riser (CMR) for vertical shafts between floors. PVC (CM) for open office spaces only. Using non-plenum cable in a plenum space is a fire-code violation under NFPA 70 and will be rejected by inspectors. Budget plenum cable for any building where you're not 100% sure of the return-air path.

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HES AQL104 10A 24V DC Power Supply Module

HES AQL4 4/3A Power Supply DV Module

HES B-24-5 24VDC 5AMP Battery Backup Power Supply

Hikvision AB-FE2 Inclined Ceiling Mount Bracket for Dome Cameras

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