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Environmental protection and weather resistance
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Pelco

SKU: USB-AC56-NA-MSI

Pelco USB-AC56-NA-MSI USB WiFi Adapter

USB 802.11ac WiFi adapter for MSI Media Station field deployments
- 802.11ac wireless connectivity via USB 2.0 for MSI workstations without integrated WiFi
- NDAA Section 889 compliant for government and regulated surveillance installations
- Suited for temporary deployments and mobile command vehicles where wired Ethernet is impractical
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SKU: USRACK

Pelco USRACK Card Cage Rack Mount US Power

19-inch rack chassis for Pelco fiber and data modules, US 120V
- Consolidates card-based fiber transmitters and data transceivers in single enclosure
- Integrated power distribution and cable management for equipment room deployments
- NDAA Section 889 compliant for government and regulated sector installations
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Pelco

SKU: VB-400-VF-MAG

Pelco VB-400-VF-MAG Magnetic Camera Mount

Magnetic close-fit mount for Pelco VB-400-VF fisheye camera
- Tool-free installation on ferrous metal surfaces, no drilling required
- Temporary, mobile, or semi-permanent deployment for rapid repositioning
- NDAA Section 889 compliant for government and regulated applications
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Pelco

SKU: VB-400-VF-MOL2

Pelco VB-400-VF-MOL2 Double MOLLE Mount

Double-row MOLLE mount for Pelco VB-400-VF fisheye cameras
- Dual-row MOLLE attachment secures to tactical vests, vehicle panels, and equipment rails
- Lightweight durable construction rated for field deployment and mobile surveillance
- NDAA Section 889 and TAA compliant for government procurement
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Pelco

SKU: VIP6A1

Pelco VIP6A1 Housing Wiper Kit 230Vac

230Vac wiper kit for outdoor camera housings—automatic rain and mist clearing
- Motorized window wiper removes rain, mist, and light soiling automatically
- Reduces on-site maintenance visits on remote or elevated installations
- IP66-rated with 3+1 pin connector for Pelco housing integration
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Pelco

SKU: VIP6A2

Pelco VIP6A2 Housing Wiper Kit 24Vac

24Vac automatic window wiper for outdoor camera housings
- 24Vac powered; integrates with legacy CCTV infrastructure and existing housing circuits
- Automatic cleaning removes rain and soiling; reduces manual maintenance at remote sites
- IP66 rated for outdoor use; NDAA Section 889 compliant for government procurement
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Pelco

SKU: VIPNX1C

Pelco VIPNX1C NX Stainless Steel Wiper 230Vac

Stainless steel lens wiper for NX Series housings; 230Vac powered
- Manual, scheduled, or sensor-triggered cleaning cycles remove rain and dust
- Stainless steel construction resists corrosion in outdoor and industrial sites
- Mounts directly to Pelco NX Series camera housings with relay integration
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SKU: VIPNX2C

Pelco VIPNX2C NX Stainless Steel Wiper 24Vac

Stainless steel wiper for NX Series housings, 24Vac automated operation
- Stainless steel construction resists corrosion in outdoor environments
- Automated control via external relay or controller for scheduled cleaning
- IP66/IP67 rated for demanding coastal and high-traffic surveillance sites
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Pelco

SKU: VX-S2-HDTRAY

Pelco VX-S2-HDTRAY Empty HD Carrier Tray

Hot-swap HD carrier tray for VxStorage Series 2 E and T chassis
- Hot-swap connector design installs drives without taking NVR offline
- Compatible with VxStorage Series 2 E expansion and T tower models
- NDAA Section 889 compliant for regulated surveillance deployments
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Pelco

SKU: WAS0V23L11M00

Pelco WAS0V23L11M00 Camera Wash System 23L

23L wash system with 11m hose for distant camera positions
- 23-liter tank capacity supports extended cleaning cycles between refills
- 11-meter supply hose reaches cameras mounted far from tank location
- Multi-voltage pump operates on 230V, 24V, or 120V AC power
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Pelco

SKU: WAS0V23L5M00

Pelco WAS0V23L5M00 23L Camera Lens Wash System

23L lens wash system with multi-voltage power for remote camera sites
- 23-liter tank capacity extends service intervals in difficult-access locations
- Compatible with 230 Vac, 24 Vac, or 120 Vac power sources
- 5-meter pump cable reaches from tank mount to camera housing window
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Pelco

SKU: WAS0V5L5M00

Pelco WAS0V5L5M00 Camera Lens Wash System

Automated lens wash system for surveillance cameras in harsh environments
- 5-liter tank with 5-meter pump cable removes dirt, dust, salt spray, insects
- Multi-voltage input (120/230 Vac, 24 Vac) mounts adjacent to camera housing
- IP66-rated white housing for coastal and industrial outdoor deployments
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Pelco

SKU: WAS1V23L30M00

Pelco WAS1V23L30M00 Wash System 23L 30m 230V

23L wash system with 30m hose for 230V camera housing installations
- 23-liter tank capacity with 30-meter supply hose for distant camera placement
- Integrated pump and automatic float valve for continuous water refill operation
- 230 Vac single-phase power rated for European and international electrical standards
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SKU: WAS3V23L30M00

Pelco WAS3V23L30M00 Camera Wash System 23L

23L wash system with 30m hose for remote camera lens cleaning
- 23-liter tank capacity supports extended cleaning cycles on distant sites
- 30-meter supply hose reaches cameras positioned far from tank location
- Integrated float valve and wash pump maintain consistent spray pressure
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Pelco

SKU: WASCAB

Pelco WASCAB Stainless Steel Washer Tank Cabinet

Stainless steel washer tank cabinet for Pelco WAS/WASPT systems
- Stainless steel construction resists corrosion in outdoor installations
- Fits both 5-meter and 11-meter hose length configurations
- Weatherproof and vandal-resistant design protects tank equipment
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Pelco

SKU: WASEX2T4AT

Pelco WASEX2T4AT ExSite Pro Washer 10L ATEX

Automated lens washer for ATEX explosion-proof cameras, 10L tank
- 10-liter tank with 20-meter hose for continuous optical clarity
- ATEX Zone 1 & Zone 2 certified for hazardous gas/dust environments
- 24 Vac/Vdc powered system integrates with ExSite Pro housings
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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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