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Pelco WASEX2T4IN ExSite Pro Washer 10L

Automated lens washer for ExSite Pro explosion-proof housings in harsh environments
- 10-liter tank with 20-meter hose for continuous cleaning in dusty and corrosive conditions
- 24 Vac/Vdc power input supports flexible installation across industrial sites
- INMETRO and NDAA Section 889 certified for regulated and government deployments
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Pelco WASEX2T4UL ExSite Pro Washer 10L Hazardous Location

10L automated washer for ExSite Pro cameras in Class I/II/III hazardous areas
- 10-liter tank with 20-meter hose for extended operation and flexible placement
- cULus certified for Class I/II/III Division I hazardous location compliance
- 24 Vac/Vdc powered lens cleaning system for ExSite Pro explosion-proof housings
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Pelco WASNX1V10L20M00 NX Washer 10L 230Vac

10L washer for Pelco NX housings, 30m hose, 230Vac solenoid pump
- 10-liter tank with 30-meter supply hose for ground-level reservoir placement
- Solenoid valve and manual pump control for optical clarity in harsh environments
- IP65 rated, designed for Pelco NX stainless steel camera housings with wipers
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Pelco WASNX2V10L20M00 NX Series Camera Washer

10L washer system for NX stainless housings with 30m supply hose
- 10-liter tank capacity with 30-meter hose for pole-mount installations
- 24 Vac solenoid valve with manual pump for controlled lens cleaning
- IP65-rated for coastal and high-contamination outdoor environments
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Pelco WASNX3V10L20M00 NX Camera Washer System

Automated lens washer for NX stainless housings in salt-spray environments
- 10-liter capacity with 30-meter hose for extended operation and flexible placement
- Solenoid valve and manual pump for controlled on-demand washing cycles
- 120 Vac powered; compatible with NX wiper/washer nozzle assemblies
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Pelco WASPT0V23L11M00 PTZ Wash System 23L

PTZ wash system with 23L tank and 11m hose for remote dome maintenance
- 23-liter tank capacity extends service intervals at high-contamination sites
- 11-meter supply hose reaches distant PTZ positions without relocation
- Multi-voltage input (230/120 VAC, 24 VAC) integrates with existing power
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Pelco WASPT0V23L5M00 PTZ Camera Lens Wash System

23L lens wash system for PTZ cameras in dusty & coastal environments
- 23-liter tank capacity reduces refill frequency in high-contamination zones
- 5-meter pump cable reaches remote PTZ housing installations
- Multi-voltage input (230/120/24 Vac) adapts to site power infrastructure
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Pelco WASPT0V5L5M00 5L PTZ Camera Lens Wash System

5L lens wash system for Pelco pendant PTZ cameras in outdoor dust/salt environments
- 5-liter tank with 5-meter pump cable reaches PTZ housing nozzles
- Multi-voltage input (230/120/24 Vac) adapts to any site power infrastructure
- IP66-rated white housing withstands outdoor exposure and automated cycling
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Pelco WASPT1V23L30M00 PTZ Wash System 23L

23L wash system with 30m hose for remote PTZ camera cleaning
- 23-liter reservoir with integrated pump and auto-refill float valve
- 30-meter supply hose reaches distant PTZ cameras on poles and structures
- 230 Vac operation designed for Pelco WASPT-series PTZ housings
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Pelco WASPT3V23L30M00 PTZ Wash System 23L 30m

23L wash system with 30m hose for remote PTZ camera cleaning
- 23-liter tank capacity supports extended intervals between refills
- 30-meter hose reaches distant camera positions on tall poles
- 120 Vac pump with automatic float valve for unattended operation
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Pelco WBJA Wall Bracket Ball Joint NDAA Compliant

Wall bracket with ball joint for Pelco housings, NDAA compliant
- Multi-axis ball joint positioning for precise field-of-view alignment
- Mounts to masonry, structural steel, and solid wood framing
- NDAA Section 889 compliant for government and regulated deployments
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Pelco WBJF Wall Bracket Ball Joint Black

Wall bracket with ball joint for Pelco cameras, RAL 9005 black
- Multi-axis aim adjustment via integrated ball joint for flexible positioning
- RAL 9005 flat black finish reduces visual prominence on architectural surfaces
- Requires structural wall anchor; NDAA Section 889 compliant for government use
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Pelco WBJQ2B_FLIR WBJ Wall Mount FLIR Custom Color

Surface-mount wall bracket for Pelco thermal and dual-sensor cameras
- Vertical surface-mount design fits Pelco outdoor housings with WBJ interface
- FLIR custom color finish matches thermal camera equipment across mixed fleets
- Outdoor-rated construction for government, infrastructure, and enterprise deployments
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Pelco WBLA Ball Joint Wall Bracket for Camera Housings

Surface-mount wall bracket with ball joint for Pelco camera housings
- Integrated ball joint allows angular aiming adjustments post-installation
- Rigid metal construction supports secure mounting on solid surfaces
- Eliminates need to reposition anchors for camera fine-tuning
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Pelco WBMA Wall Bracket Ball Joint NDAA Compliant

Wall-mount bracket with ball joint for multi-axis Pelco camera aim
- Integrated ball joint allows precise aim adjustment without repositioning housing
- NDAA Section 889 compliant for government and regulated procurement environments
- Lockable joint secures camera position after installation and initial settling period
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Pelco WBOVA2 Wall Bracket Internal Cable Channel Gray

Gray wall mount bracket with internal cable routing for Pelco WBOV cameras
- Internal cable channel routes power and network cabling through bracket body
- Gray powder-coated steel construction rated IP66 with optional gasket kit
- Wall-mount design integrates with Pelco WBOV series camera systems
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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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