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Environmental protection and weather resistance
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Pelco

SKU: SWM-GY

Pelco SWM-GY Spectra Wall Mount Gray

Surface wall mount for Pelco Spectra dome cameras, gray finish
- Integrated cable routing through mount body keeps connections protected
- Surface-mount design eliminates need for ceiling or structural modifications
- Gray finish matches Spectra hardware for cohesive professional installations
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Pelco

SKU: SWM-PA-GY

Pelco SWM-PA-GY Pole Mount Adapter Gray

Pole mount adapter converts Pelco SWM-GY wall systems to pole installations
- Direct conversion from wall to pole mount without separate bracketing needed
- Gray finish matches Pelco hardware for consistent outdoor surveillance aesthetics
- NDAA Section 889 and TAA compliant for government and infrastructure deployments
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Pelco

SKU: SWM-SR

Pelco SWM-SR Dome Wall Mount Light Gray

Surface-mount wall bracket for Pelco dome cameras, light gray finish
- Integrated cable routing through mount body for clean professional appearance
- NDAA Section 889 and TAA compliant for government and GSA Schedule projects
- Compatible with Pelco dome camera systems; verify model before ordering
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Pelco

SKU: SWM-SW

Pelco SWM-SW Compact Environmental Wall Mount White

Compact white wall mount for Pelco cameras in architecturally sensitive sites
- Weather-rated environmental protection rated for outdoor installations
- RAL9003 pure white finish blends with light facades and stucco
- Compact profile minimizes visual impact and wind loading on structures
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Pelco

SKU: SXTE4-VF18-EBT

Pelco SXTE4-VF18-EBT Sarix Thermal VGA Bullet Camera

VGA thermal bullet with 18mm f/1.0 lens for perimeter detection
- 640×512 uncooled microbolometer with ≤50 mK sensitivity for precise heat detection
- Radiometric temperature measurement plus onboard analytics (perimeter, intrusion, loitering)
- IP66/IP67 rated, -40°C to +60°C operation, PoE or 12–24VDC powered
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Pelco

SKU: UEAC

Pelco UEAC 316L Stainless Corner Adapter

316L stainless corner adapter for ULISSE EVO cameras in corrosive environments
- Marine-grade 316L stainless steel resists chloride and crevice corrosion
- Angular offset corner mount designed for ULISSE EVO Series camera placement
- NDAA Section 889 compliant for regulated security deployments
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Pelco

SKU: UEAP

Pelco UEAP ULISSE EVO 316L Stainless Pole Adapter

Marine-grade 316L stainless pole adapter for ULISSE EVO PTZ cameras
- AISI 316L stainless steel resists chloride and salt-spray corrosion
- Adjustable clamp fits multiple pole diameters for flexible mounting
- NDAA Section 889 compliant for government and regulated installations
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Pelco

SKU: UEAW

Pelco UEAW 316L Stainless Wall Counter-Plate

Marine-grade 316L stainless steel wall backing plate for ULISSE EVO
- AISI 316L stainless steel resists corrosion in coastal and marine environments
- Load-distribution backing prevents bracket pullthrough on weak wall assemblies
- Compatible with Pelco ULISSE EVO Series wall-mounted bracket systems
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Pelco

SKU: UEBP4AA

Pelco UEBP4AA ULISSE EVO Parapet Bracket Hi-PoE

Parapet bracket for ULISSE EVO PTZ cameras with integrated Hi-PoE
- Hi-PoE (4-pair) RJ45 connector powers ULISSE EVO PTZ without external supplies
- Built-in alarm inputs and relay outputs eliminate external wiring adapters
- RAL 9002 off-white finish for discrete mounting on parapets and flat surfaces
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SKU: UEBP7AA

Pelco UEBP7AA ULISSE EVO Parapet Bracket Hi-PoE

Parapet bracket for ULISSE EVO PTZ with integrated high-power PoE
- High-power PoE connector with built-in alarm inputs and relay outputs
- Mounts on parapet walls and flat surfaces in RAL 9002 off-white finish
- Consolidates power and control in single unit; eliminates external adapters
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Pelco

SKU: UEBWAA

Pelco UEBWAA Wall Bracket for ULISSE EVO PTZ Camera

Wall bracket engineered for ULISSE EVO PTZ cameras with dynamic load rating
- Handles full camera weight plus pan-tilt-zoom stress on concrete/steel substrates
- Integrated cable routing for power and communications eliminates exposed wire runs
- RAL9002 gray-white finish matches ULISSE EVO body for unified facade appearance
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Pelco

SKU: UEI8AA

Pelco UEI8AA 850nm IR Illuminator 175m

850nm covert IR illuminator with 175m range for ULISSE EVO PTZ
- 175-meter effective range for extended night surveillance without visible glow
- 850nm wavelength remains covert to human eye during discreet operations
- Mounts directly to ULISSE EVO PTZ platform via UPTIRNBKT bracket system
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Pelco

SKU: UEI8AAP

Pelco UEI8AAP 850nm IR Illuminator 270m

850nm IR illuminator with 270m range for ULISSE EVO PTZ cameras
- 270-meter effective range in covert 850nm infrared for extended surveillance
- Mounts via UPTIRNBKT bracket directly to ULISSE EVO pan-tilt-zoom platform
- NDAA Section 889 compliant for federal and regulated security deployments
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Pelco

SKU: UEI8FA

Pelco UEI8FA 850nm IR Illuminator 175m Black

850nm IR illuminator with 175m range for covert night surveillance
- 175-meter effective range enables extended monochrome imaging in total darkness
- 850nm infrared wavelength provides covert illumination with no visible light spillage
- ULISSE EVO PTZ compatible with UPTIRNBKT bracket; RAL 9005 jet black finish
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Pelco

SKU: UEI9AA

Pelco UEI9AA 940nm Covert IR Illuminator 100m

940nm covert IR illuminator, 100m range, zero visible glow
- 940nm wavelength delivers invisible infrared with no lens glow
- 100-meter illumination range for wide-area night surveillance
- Mounts directly to ULISSE EVO PTZ cameras via UPTIRNBKT bracket
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Pelco

SKU: UEIWAA

Pelco UEIWAA ULISSE EVO White-Light LED Illuminator 175m

White-light LED illuminator for ULISSE EVO PTZ, 175m color night vision
- White-light LED at 175 meters enables full-color identification in low-light
- ULISSE EVO PTZ bracket compatible with RAL 9002 off-white finish
- NDAA Section 889 compliant for U.S. government and critical infrastructure use
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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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