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Pelco

SKU: CA-UCM-10

Pelco CA-UCM-10 10m Camera Interconnect Cable

10m pre-terminated cable for Pelco Oculus and Aeron cameras
- Factory-crimped connectors eliminate field termination errors and signal loss
- 10-meter length supports extended drops from junction boxes to camera
- NDAA Section 889 compliant for government and regulated installations
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SKU: CBLKT-1001

Pelco CBLKT-1001 Replacement Cable Kit

OEM replacement harness for Pelco multi-directional modular cameras
- Factory-matched connector pinout and wire gauge for seamless compatibility
- Restores internal electrical connections damaged during sensor repositioning
- NDAA Section 889 compliant for U.S. government surveillance deployments
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Pelco

SKU: CLADP-1001

Pelco CLADP-1001 In-Ceiling Adapter for IP Cameras

Precision in-ceiling adapter for Pelco IP cameras with secure retention
- OEM-engineered tolerances eliminate misalignment and camera droop
- IP66-rated for outdoor-ready ceiling installations
- Model-specific design ensures proper angle and stable mounting plane
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Pelco

SKU: CLPNL-1001

Pelco CLPNL-1001 Metal Ceiling Panel 2x2ft

Metal ceiling panel for 2x2ft drop grids with multi-sensor cameras
- Reinforced metal construction distributes camera load across T-bar grid
- Precision cutout for flush mounting in standard drop ceiling systems
- Compatible with Pelco multi-sensor surveillance camera installations
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SKU: CLPNL-1011

Pelco CLPNL-1011 Gray Ceiling Panel 2x2ft

Reinforced gray metal ceiling panel for 2x2ft drop grids
- 7.5-inch cutout designed for Pelco dome camera flanges
- Reinforced metal construction distributes camera load safely
- Replaces standard ceiling tiles in professional installations
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Pelco

SKU: CM400

Pelco CM400 Corner Mount Adapter for IWM Wall Mount

90-degree corner adapter for Pelco IWM wall mounts
- Positions cameras at inside or outside corners for dual-wall coverage
- Aluminum construction available in standard or RAL9003 white finish
- Compatible with full Pelco IWM wall mount series
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SKU: CM400-SW

Pelco CM400-SW Corner Mount IWM White

Corner mount adapter for 90-degree IWM installations in white
- RAL9003 signal white finish matches Pelco Spectra 7 PTZ cameras
- Metal construction with powder coat for interior professional spaces
- Compatible with Pelco IWM indoor wall mount system variants
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Pelco

SKU: CRNMT-1001

Pelco CRNMT-1001 Corner Mount for WLMT-1001

90-degree corner mount for heavy pendant cameras on WLMT-1001
- Positions large pendant cameras at building corners for dual-zone coverage
- Designed exclusively for WLMT-1001 bracket systems and Pelco cameras
- Requires weight verification; corner surfaces only, not flat walls
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Pelco

SKU: DBHWGC

Pelco DBHWGC Pole Adapter 210-225mm

Pole adapter for 210–225mm diameter infrastructure mounting
- Secure clamp mount for Pelco camera housings on large utility poles
- Eliminates rotation and vibration on heavy-duty pole installations
- NDAA Section 889 compliant for government infrastructure deployments
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Pelco

SKU: DCLPNL-1001

Pelco DCLPNL-1001 Metal Ceiling Panel In-Ceiling

Metal ceiling panel for Pelco in-ceiling dome camera mounting
- Heavy-duty metal construction replaces standard drop ceiling tiles
- Precision cutout engineered for flush-mount compatibility with Pelco domes
- Prevents ceiling deformation and supports secure camera body installation
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Pelco

SKU: DMSBL-1001

Pelco DMSBL-1001 Smoked Dome Bubble 4.7in

4.7" smoked dome bubble for Pelco housings, IK09 rated
- Smoked polycarbonate obscures lens direction for discreet surveillance
- IK09 vandal rating withstands harsh outdoor and high-traffic environments
- Reduced light transmission adds privacy layer and visual deterrence
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Pelco

SKU: DMSLD-1001

Pelco DMSLD-1001 Weathershield Large Outdoor Dome

Weathershield for large outdoor domes—reduces rain impact and heat
- Direct-mount design installs above dome without camera modification
- Maintains optical clarity during heavy rain and intense solar exposure
- Compatible with large Pelco outdoor dome cameras and wiper systems
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Pelco

SKU: DMSLD-1201

Pelco DMSLD-1201 Weathershield Dual-Head Dome

Single weathershield for dual-head domes; blocks rain and solar heat
- Unified protection across both camera optics reduces thermal stress
- Compatible with optional dual wipers per head for heavy rainfall
- IP67/IP68 rated housing for outdoor commercial and industrial use
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Pelco

SKU: DTWRX

Pelco DTWRX RS485 Washer Controller for WASPT

RS485 washer controller for Pelco WASPT window cleaning system
- RS485 command interface integrates with cameras and external control systems
- On-demand and timed cycle modes for automated or manual window clearing
- NDAA Section 889 compliant for government surveillance installations
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Pelco

SKU: EC20

Pelco EC20 Ceiling Mount for EH20 Camera Housings

Rigid steel ceiling mount for Pelco EH20 camera housings
- Mounts to soffits, overhangs, and covered walkways where wall brackets won't fit
- Purpose-built rigid steel construction for stable EH20 series enclosure support
- NDAA Section 889 compliant for government and federal security deployments
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Pelco

SKU: ECM101

Pelco ECM101 Corner Mount Adapter Esprit PTZ

90-degree corner mount adapter for Pelco Esprit PTZ cameras
- Dual wall coverage with single camera at building corners
- Compatible with full pan/tilt range of Esprit Series heads
- NDAA Section 889 compliant for regulated installations
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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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Pelco CLPNL-1011 Gray Ceiling Panel 2x2ft

Pelco CM400 Corner Mount Adapter for IWM Wall Mount

Pelco CM400-SW Corner Mount IWM White

Pelco CRNMT-1001 Corner Mount for WLMT-1001

Pelco DBHWGC Pole Adapter 210-225mm

Pelco DCLPNL-1001 Metal Ceiling Panel In-Ceiling

Pelco DMSBL-1001 Smoked Dome Bubble 4.7in

Pelco DMSLD-1001 Weathershield Large Outdoor Dome

Pelco DMSLD-1201 Weathershield Dual-Head Dome

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