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SKU: TROVE2KH2SX

Altronix TROVE2KH2SX Trove2KH2 enclosure w/ Kantech backplane

Wall-mount enclosure with integrated Kantech backplane for access control
- Pre-installed Kantech backplane connects modules and readers without adapters
- Cam-lock mechanism with tamper switch prevents unauthorized access and alerts
- Complete mounting hardware included; ready for wall or surface installation
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SKU: TROVE2KS2

Altronix TROVE2KS2 Dual-Manufacturer Integration Enclosure

Altronix power + Keri access control in one compact enclosure
- Backplane architecture with plug-and-play modules for quick field setup
- Supports multi-door and multi-reader access control configurations
- Wall-mount and rack-compatible design fits DIN rail installations
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Altronix

SKU: TROVE2M2

Altronix TROVE2M2 Access Control & Power Integration Enclosure

24VDC access control & power in one UL-listed enclosure
- Mercury & Altronix modules mount to integrated backplane—no external harnesses
- Consolidates door controllers, readers, & power supplies in single chassis
- DIN rail mounting supports multi-module configurations for enterprise deployments
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Altronix

SKU: TROVE2M2K1

Altronix TROVE2M2K1 Power Supply Battery Backup Kit

24VDC rack-mount power supply with battery backup for security systems
- 12A output across 12 ports supports cameras, access control, intercoms
- EFLOW4NB battery module with ACM8 charger management for AC failure backup
- UL Listed with complete bundle: power supply, battery, charger, power module
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Altronix

SKU: TROVE2M2R

Altronix TROVE2M2R 36" Rackmount Enclosure

36" steel rackmount enclosure for security system integration
- 19-inch standard rackmount format fits Altronix power supplies and controllers
- Steel construction with organized internal cable management layout
- Wall or cabinet mount configuration for flexible installation options
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Altronix

SKU: TROVE2M2SX

Altronix TROVE2M2SX Secure Enclosure with Mercury Backplane

UL Listed secure enclosure with pre-integrated Mercury backplane and tamper switch
- Mercury backplane pre-mounted, accepts standard DIN rail modules without field assembly
- Integrated tamper switch alerts monitoring systems to unauthorized enclosure access
- Wall, pole, and rack mounting hardware included; fits 23.75" × 18.125" footprint
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Altronix

SKU: TROVE2PH2

Altronix TROVE2PH2 Openpath Integration Enclosure

Compact rack-mount enclosure for Openpath access control integration
- Backplane assembly consolidates power distribution and control modules
- Modular design scales from single-door to multi-door deployments
- Mounts in control rooms or electrical closets, reduces external wiring
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Altronix

SKU: TROVE2PX2

Altronix TROVE2PX2 Access Control Integration Enclosure

DIN-rail integration enclosure for access control power and I/O consolidation
- Hot-swappable card slots support Altronix power modules, relay cards, and I/O modules without shutdown
- Integrated supervision backplane eliminates custom wiring harnesses between power supplies and control cards
- Fits legacy and current access control systems; 27.25" x 21.5" x 6.5" wall-mount form factor
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Altronix

SKU: TROVE2SA2

Altronix TROVE2SA2 Salto Integration Enclosure

Salto access control with 24VDC centralized power and modular expansion
- Modular card-slot backplane supports multi-door deployments without external bridging
- Native Salto integration eliminates third-party gateways for direct connectivity
- Real-time circuit monitoring with alarm reporting on all supervised outputs
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Altronix

SKU: TROVE2SH2

Altronix TROVE2SH2 Access Control Power Integration Enclosure

19-inch rack enclosure with Software House integration and consolidated power
- Software House native backplane compatibility for seamless access control device communication
- Integrated multi-channel power distribution reduces separate PSU installations
- DIN rail modular design fits standard 19-inch rack or wall-mount spaces
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Altronix

SKU: TROVE2SS2

Altronix TROVE2SS2 Access Control Power Integration Enclosure

Integrated power and access control enclosure with battery backup
- Built-in power supply and battery charging for modular access control
- Wall or rack mount in compact form factor for electrical closets
- Backplane architecture supports hot-swap component configuration
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Altronix

SKU: TROVE2V2

Altronix TROVE2V2 Access Control Power Integration Enclosure

Mercury backplane enclosure for HID-Vertx access control integration
- Modular slot architecture mounts readers, controllers, and I/O in one unit
- Wall or cabinet mounting; consolidates power distribution for multiple devices
- 23.75" × 18.125" footprint; US-manufactured integrated platform
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Altronix

SKU: TROVE3

Altronix TROVE3 Large Enclosure For Backplanes

Modular enclosure for centralized power and access control integration
- Rack, wall, or cabinet mount with custom Trove3 Series backplane options
- Consolidates power distribution and access logic in single enclosure footprint
- Integrator-grade design for managed security and access infrastructure deployments
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Altronix

SKU: TROVE3AM3

Altronix TROVE3AM3 Access Control Enclosure With Backplane

Compact unified backplane for multi-module access control systems
- Integrated TAM3 backplane supports multiple control modules on one platform
- Centralized power distribution reduces point-to-point wiring and installation complexity
- Compact form factor fits space-constrained access control deployments
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Altronix

SKU: TROVE3AX3

Altronix TROVE3AX3 Access Control Integration Enclosure

16-door access control integration with TV3 backplane, wall-mounted
- Consolidates Altronix power/charger + Axis modules in single 36"H enclosure
- TV3 backplane supports modular configuration for up to 16 doors
- Dual tamper switches and AC fail supervision with 24VDC, 12A output
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Altronix

SKU: TROVE3BL3

Altronix TROVE3BL3 Customizable Access Control Enclosure

Blank modular enclosure for access control and power integration
- Ships with internal backplane for field-configurable module installation
- Compact form factor consolidates credential readers, controllers, and power
- Integrator-customizable design matches system requirements without constraints
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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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Altronix TROVE2KH2SX Trove2KH2 enclosure w/ Kantech backplane

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Altronix TROVE2M2K1 Power Supply Battery Backup Kit

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Altronix TROVE2M2SX Secure Enclosure with Mercury Backplane

Altronix TROVE2PH2 Openpath Integration Enclosure

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Altronix TROVE2SA2 Salto Integration Enclosure

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Altronix TROVE3 Large Enclosure For Backplanes

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