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System Sensor

SKU: 2151

System Sensor 2151 Photoelectric Low-Profile Plug-In Smoke Detector

Photoelectric smoke detector, 120VAC plug-in, low-profile ceiling mount
- Photoelectric sensing detects slow-burning fires in 120VAC installations
- Low-profile 7.0 x 7.0 x 1.0 in form factor fits standard outlet locations
- Ceiling or pole mount compatible for retrofit and new construction layouts
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SKU: 2D51

System Sensor 2D51 InnovairFlex Intelligent Plug-In Duct Detector

Addressable duct smoke detector for HVAC air handling systems
- Intelligent plug-in design with addressable communication for fire alarm integration
- Operates on 29VDC; compact 14.38" × 5" × 2.5" form fits standard duct mounts
- Smoke detection across -4°F to 158°F operating range for commercial buildings
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SKU: 2W-B

System Sensor 2W-B Photoelectric Smoke Detector 24VDC

24VDC photoelectric smoke detector with 2-wire supervised circuit
- Photoelectric sensing detects smoldering fires from upholstery and paper
- 2-wire supervised communication reduces wiring and installation costs
- NFC/13.56MHz credential authentication built into detector
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System Sensor

SKU: 2WT-B

System Sensor 2WT-B i3 Series Photoelectric Smoke Detector with The...

Networked photoelectric smoke detector with TCP/IP and NFC credentials
- TCP/IP connectivity for centralized monitoring and real-time reporting
- NFC/13.56MHz credential support streamlines commissioning and maintenance
- Wall or ceiling mount, 35VDC operation, 32°F–100°F temperature range
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System Sensor

SKU: 2WTA-B

System Sensor 2WTA-B i3 Series Photoelectric Smoke Detector with Th...

Dual smoke and heat detection on two-wire 35VDC loop
- Photoelectric smoke sensor with integrated thermal response for mixed-risk coverage
- Two-wire addressable integration with NFC credential capability for device management
- Ceiling or wall mount in commercial, industrial, and mechanical spaces
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SKU: 2WTR-B

System Sensor 2WTR-B i3 Series Photoelectric Smoke Detector

Photoelectric smoke detector with TCP/IP networking and 35VDC operation
- Photoelectric detection targets visible smoke from smoldering fires common in offices and warehouses
- TCP/IP integration runs on standard Ethernet backbone instead of proprietary serial loops
- 35VDC powered with NFC credential interface; wall or ceiling mount, base included
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System Sensor

SKU: 4W-B

System Sensor 4W-B Photoelectric Smoke Detector

4-wire photoelectric smoke detector for hardwired fire alarm systems
- Separate power and signal pairs reduce false alarms on longer runs
- 35VDC operation matches standard fire alarm panel output directly
- Photoelectric sensing detects light scatter from smoke particles
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SKU: 4WITAR-B

System Sensor 4WITAR-B i3 Series 4-Wire Isolated Photoelectric Smok...

4-Wire photoelectric smoke detector for supervised fire alarm loops
- Photoelectric sensing detects slow-burning fires in commercial spaces
- 24 VDC 4-wire isolated loop integration with real-time supervision
- Wall or ceiling mount with plug-in detector and base included
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System Sensor

SKU: 4WT-B

System Sensor 4WT-B 4-Wire Addressable Photoelectric Smoke Detector

4-wire addressable photoelectric smoke detector with NFC programming
- Individual device addressing on shared network eliminates per-zone wiring
- Photoelectric sensing detects smoldering fires without false alarms in kitchens
- 35VDC operation integrates with standard fire control panels and networks
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SKU: 4WTA-B

System Sensor 4WTA-B 4-Wire Photoelectric Smoke Detector

4-wire hardwired photoelectric smoke detector for 24 VDC fire systems
- Photoelectric sensing detects visible smoke particles from smoldering fires
- 4-wire hardwired loop integrates directly into standard fire alarm panels
- NFC 13.56 MHz credential authentication for secure commissioning without network
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SKU: 4WTAR-B

System Sensor 4WTAR-B i3 Series 4-Wire Photoelectric Smoke Detector...

4-wire addressable photoelectric smoke detector for monitored fire systems
- Photoelectric detection optimized for smoldering fires and smoke obscuration
- 4-wire addressable integration with point ID and real-time status reporting
- NFC field configuration at 13.56MHz; operates at 35VDC with wall/ceiling mount
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SKU: 4WTR-B

System Sensor 4WTR-B 4-Wire Addressable Photoelectric Smoke Detector

4-wire addressable photoelectric smoke detector for networked fire systems
- Photoelectric detection pinpoints smoldering fires faster than ionization alone
- Addressable architecture reports exact detector location to control panel
- 24VDC loop-powered with NFC 13.56 MHz credential support on i3 variant
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System Sensor

SKU: 5151

System Sensor 5151 Electronic Low-Profile Plug-In Heat Detector

Low-profile 35VDC heat detector for discrete ceiling/wall mounting
- Electronic thermal detection at 35VDC for plug-in integration into fire systems
- Compact 1.64" height fits constrained spaces in offices, data centers, warehouses
- Wall or ceiling mount configuration for retrofit and new commercial installations
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System Sensor

SKU: 5601P

System Sensor 5601P 135F Fixed/Rate-of-Rise Mechanical Heat Detector

Dual-mode 135°F mechanical heat detector for two/four-wire fire loops
- Fixed 135°F + rate-of-rise detection in one unit; mechanical design needs no electronics
- Works on standard 35VDC two-wire or four-wire fire alarm circuits
- Box-mount design for ceiling or wall installation; 0.38 lb
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System Sensor

SKU: 5602

System Sensor 5602 194F Fixed/Rate-of-Rise Mechanical Heat Detector

Two-wire mechanical heat detector for conventional fire alarm circuits
- Fixed and rate-of-rise thermal response at 35VDC for retrofit installations
- Box-style ceiling mount connects directly to conventional initiating circuits
- Mechanical operation eliminates electronic polling for baseline fire safety
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SKU: 5603

System Sensor 5603 135F Fixed Temperature Mechanical Heat Detector

135°F fixed heat detector with TCP/IP for networked fire systems
- Mechanical design activates at sustained 135°F for reliable detection
- TCP/IP communication integrates with modern fire alarm systems
- 35VDC operation in box form factor for ceiling/rack mounting
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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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