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Environmental protection and weather resistance
Mounting stability and load support
Power and voltage compatibility
Cable management and termination quality
Compliance with local safety standards

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SKU: UACC-CAMERA-DM-B

Ubiquiti UACC-CAMERA-DM-B back-to-back mount for 2 UniFi cams

Back-to-back dual camera mount for UniFi surveillance systems
- Mounts two Bullet, Dome, or Turret cameras with independent pan/tilt control
- Tamper-resistant design works on flat surfaces or 1.5" NPS threaded conduit
- Supports indoor and outdoor deployment in single dual-angle fixture
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SKU: UACC-CAMERA-DM-W

Ubiquiti UACC-CAMERA-DM-W Tamper-resistant, back-to-back mount

Back-to-back dual-camera mount for UniFi Bullet, Dome, Turret
- Tamper-resistant bracket mounts two cameras in opposite directions
- Installs on walls, ceilings, poles, or 1.5" NPS threaded conduit
- Fits all UniFi camera models for flexible multi-directional coverage
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SKU: UACC-CAMERA-JB-B

Ubiquiti UACC-CAMERA-JB-B Tamper-resistant junction box

Tamper-resistant junction box for Ubiquiti bullet, dome, and turret cameras
- Metal construction rated for indoor and outdoor cable management installations
- Compatible across Ubiquiti bullet, dome, and turret camera form factors
- Secures power and network connections while deterring unauthorized access
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SKU: UACC-CAMERA-JB-W

Ubiquiti UACC-CAMERA-JB-W Tamper-resistant junction box

Tamper-resistant junction box for UniFi bullet, dome, and turret cameras
- Protects outdoor camera wiring and connectors from physical interference
- Supports bullet, dome, and turret form factors in mixed-camera deployments
- Outdoor-rated cable management reduces maintenance and improves reliability
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SKU: UACC-CHIME-POE

Ubiquiti UACC-CHIME-POE PoE Smart Notification Device

PoE-powered smart chime with audible + RGB LED alerts for UniFi
- 3W PoE operation (44–57V DC) eliminates need for AC power wiring
- Audible speaker + RGB/W LED indicators for dual-mode notifications
- In-wall, on-wall, or standalone mounting; ⌀62 × 54 mm compact form
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SKU: UACC-CKG2-PLUS STAND

Ubiquiti UACC-CKG2-PLUS STAND Desktop Stand for Cloud Key Gen2 Plus

Aluminum desktop stand for Ubiquiti Cloud Key Gen2 Plus controller
- Compact 5.3 x 2.8 x 1.7 inch footprint fits standard desks without occupying valuable space
- Aluminum alloy construction holds controller securely without vibration or cable stress
- Purpose-built mounting for UCK-G2-PLUS in office and NOC environments where rack mounting isn't practical
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SKU: UACC-CM-RJ45-1G

Ubiquiti UACC-CM-RJ45-1G 1G SFP to RJ45 Converter Module

Passive SFP to RJ45 converter for 1GbE copper connectivity in UniFi switches
- 1 Gigabit throughput from SFP slot to standard RJ45 without external power
- Passive module design—no configuration or power supply needed, just plug and cable
- Fits directly into UniFi switch SFP cages for fiber-to-copper bridging in mixed networks
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SKU: UACC-CM-RJ45-MG

Ubiquiti UACC-CM-RJ45-MG SFP+ to RJ45 Copper Adapter

SFP+ to RJ45 copper adapter for 1–10 Gbps UniFi deployments
- Auto-negotiates 1, 2.5, 5, or 10 Gbps with mixed-speed networks
- Reaches 100m at 10 Gbps over Cat 6A twisted-pair cabling
- Passive design draws 1.9W with no firmware or configuration needed
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SKU: UACC-CRB

Ubiquiti UACC-CRB protective raceway for Dream Wall

Cable raceway for Dream Wall—organize and protect network runs
- Plastic protective raceway integrates with Dream Wall mounting system
- Lightweight 0.5 lb design fits wall and rack mount configurations
- Manages cable routing while maintaining clean infrastructure appearance
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SKU: UACC-CRE

Ubiquiti UACC-CRE Protective raceway for Dream Wall

Cable raceway for Dream Wall installations with polymer protection
- Protective raceway designed specifically for Ubiquiti Dream Wall systems
- Polymer construction organizes and safeguards cables within wall mounts
- Lightweight at 0.5 lb with minimal impact on installation load capacity
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SKU: UACC-CRS

Ubiquiti UACC-CRS Protective raceway for Dream Wall

Cable raceway for Ubiquiti Dream Wall installations
- Plastic protective housing organizes and conceals network cabling
- Wall-mounted design integrates directly with Dream Wall systems
- Lightweight at 0.5 lb, shields cables from physical damage
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SKU: UACC-CWDM-4

Ubiquiti UACC-CWDM-4 Rack-mountable 4-channel 1270 to 1330

4-channel CWDM mux/demux for multiplexing four wavelengths on one fiber
- Four independent channels (1270, 1290, 1310, 1330 nm) over single SMF-28e strand
- 30 dB adjacent channel isolation with 500 mW max power handling per port
- Rack-mountable steel enclosure rated -30 to 75°C, LC/UPC connectors
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SKU: UACC-CWDM-8

Ubiquiti UACC-CWDM-8 CWDM Mux Demux 8

8-channel CWDM mux/demux for single-fiber wavelength consolidation
- 8 CWDM channels (1450–1590 nm) with dedicated COM, MON, EXP ports
- Passive optical design—no power or management interface required
- 1U rackmount steel enclosure rated −30 to 75°C, 500 mW per channel
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SKU: UACC-DAC-QSFP28-0.5M

Ubiquiti UACC-DAC-QSFP28-0.5M Direct Attach Cable

100 Gbps passive copper DAC for short-run QSFP28 interconnects
- 100 Gbps throughput with zero latency overhead—passive copper needs no power
- 0.5-meter length cuts signal loss and cost in rack and spine-leaf setups
- No transceiver modules required; plug QSFP28-to-QSFP28 directly and run
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SKU: UACC-DAC-QSFP28-0.5M-10

Ubiquiti UACC-DAC-QSFP28-0.5M-10 100GBase Direct Attach Cable

100GBase QSFP28 passive DAC for rack-adjacent equipment
- 0.5-meter copper direct attach eliminates transceiver cost and latency
- Passive design draws zero power with no electronics to fail
- QSFP28 connectors on both ends for same-rack fabric interconnects
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SKU: UACC-DAC-QSFP28-1M

Ubiquiti UACC-DAC-QSFP28-1M 100Gbps Direct Attach Cable

100Gbps QSFP28 passive DAC for 1-meter data center links
- 100 Gbps throughput with zero-latency passive copper design
- QSFP28 connectors on both ends; no transceiver modules needed
- 1-meter length optimized for rack-to-rack and switch stacking
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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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Ubiquiti UACC-CAMERA-DM-B back-to-back mount for 2 UniFi cams

Ubiquiti UACC-CAMERA-DM-W Tamper-resistant, back-to-back mount

Ubiquiti UACC-CAMERA-JB-B Tamper-resistant junction box

Ubiquiti UACC-CAMERA-JB-W Tamper-resistant junction box

Ubiquiti UACC-CHIME-POE PoE Smart Notification Device

Ubiquiti UACC-CKG2-PLUS STAND Desktop Stand for Cloud Key Gen2 Plus

Ubiquiti UACC-CM-RJ45-1G 1G SFP to RJ45 Converter Module

Ubiquiti UACC-CM-RJ45-MG SFP+ to RJ45 Copper Adapter

Ubiquiti UACC-CRB protective raceway for Dream Wall

Ubiquiti UACC-CRE Protective raceway for Dream Wall

Ubiquiti UACC-CRS Protective raceway for Dream Wall

Ubiquiti UACC-CWDM-4 Rack-mountable 4-channel 1270 to 1330

Ubiquiti UACC-CWDM-8 CWDM Mux Demux 8

Ubiquiti UACC-DAC-QSFP28-0.5M Direct Attach Cable

Ubiquiti UACC-DAC-QSFP28-0.5M-10 100GBase Direct Attach Cable

Ubiquiti UACC-DAC-QSFP28-1M 100Gbps Direct Attach Cable

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