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Environmental protection and weather resistance
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SKU: UACC-GB-PLATE-B

Ubiquiti UACC-GB-PLATE-B mounting plate designed for UniFi cams

Gang box mounting plate for UniFi Protect flush installations
- Mounts directly to standard electrical boxes and junction boxes
- Flush-mount design for residential and commercial camera deployments
- Standardized interface simplifies UniFi Protect camera installation
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SKU: UACC-GB-PLATE-W

Ubiquiti UACC-GB-PLATE-W mounting plate for UniFi Protect cams

White mounting plate for UniFi Protect cameras in gang/junction boxes
- Mounts directly to standard electrical gang boxes and junction boxes
- Reduces installation time and material costs vs. custom mounting solutions
- White plastic construction compatible with multiple UniFi Protect camera models
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SKU: UACC-HDD-E-16TB

Ubiquiti UACC-HDD-E-16TB Enterprise-grade 3.5" SATA hard drive

16TB enterprise SATA drive for Ubiquiti NVR and video systems
- 16TB capacity over SATA 6 Gb/s for 24/7 continuous recording
- 3.5-inch form factor fits standard server and appliance bays
- NDAA compliant with CE, FCC, IC certifications for regulated deployments
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SKU: UACC-HDD-E-24TB

Ubiquiti UACC-HDD-E-24TB Enterprise-grade 3.5" SATA drive, 24TB

24TB enterprise SATA drive for Ubiquiti NVR and storage systems
- 24TB capacity with 550 TB/year workload rating for continuous surveillance
- SATA 6 Gb/s interface in 3.5-inch form factor for standard enclosures
- Operates 5–60°C with 5V/12V dual power, NDAA compliant for enterprise use
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SKU: UACC-HDD-E-8TB

Ubiquiti UACC-HDD-E-8TB Enterprise-grade 3.5" SATA hard drive

8TB enterprise SATA drive for Ubiquiti UniFi Protect NVR/DVR systems
- 8TB capacity with SATA 6 Gb/s interface for reliable surveillance storage
- Operates across 5–60°C range, supporting diverse deployment environments
- NDAA compliant with CE, FCC, and IC certifications for secure infrastructure
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SKU: UACC-HDD-S-4TB

Ubiquiti UACC-HDD-S-4TB 3.5" SATA hard drive Protect deployments

4TB SATA drive for UniFi Protect NVR surveillance storage
- 4TB capacity with 180 TB/year workload rating for continuous recording
- 3.5-inch SATA 6 Gb/s interface compatible with UniFi Protect systems
- 1,000,000-hour MTBF and 0–65°C operating range for reliable deployment
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SKU: UACC-INTERCOM-SAM

Ubiquiti UACC-INTERCOM-SAM Surface Angle Mount

Angled surface mount for UniFi Access Intercom in outdoor installations
- UV-stabilized polycarbonate with polyurethane coating resists sun damage and impact
- Operating range -30°C to 60°C supports deployment across climates
- Angled positioning improves sightline and audio directionality at entry points
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SKU: UACC-INTERCOM-SUNSHIELD

Ubiquiti UACC-INTERCOM-SUNSHIELD UniFi AccessIntercom sunshield

UV-shielded sunshade for UniFi AccessIntercom outdoor installations
- Powder-coated galvanized steel construction rated -30 to 60°C
- Blocks UV exposure and protects intercom display in direct sunlight
- Direct-fit accessory for UniFi AccessIntercom door access systems
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SKU: UACC-INTERCOM-VIEWER-TS

Ubiquiti UACC-INTERCOM-VIEWER-TS Metal table stand for Intercom

Aluminum desktop stand for UniFi Intercom Viewer monitoring
- Compact 123.6 x 78.8 x 72 mm form factor fits tight reception areas
- Aluminum alloy with rubber dampening resists vibration and wear
- Weighs only 186 g for easy placement and repositioning on desks
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SKU: UACC-INTERCOM-WM

Ubiquiti UACC-INTERCOM-WM Intercom Wedge Mount

Flexible gooseneck and wall mount for UniFi intercom stations
- Gooseneck and wall-mount options for angled or flush entry-point positioning
- Polycarbonate and brass construction rated for commercial and residential use
- Compact 325 x 123 x 44 mm footprint fits vestibules and access zones
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SKU: UACC-JUNCTION-UTILITY

Ubiquiti UACC-JUNCTION-UTILITY indoor/outdoor enclosure

Galvanized steel enclosure for UniFi Access Hubs with IP55 weatherproofing
- IP55 rated with SGCC galvanized steel housing for indoor/outdoor deployment
- Wall-mount design fits 400 x 350 x 152 mm footprint in tight spaces
- UL 50E and NEMA Type 3R certified for reliable network infrastructure protection
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SKU: UACC-KEYSTONE-BLANK-INSERT

Ubiquiti UACC-KEYSTONE-BLANK-INSERT 24-pack of snap-in inserts

24-pack blank Keystone inserts for UniFi patch panels
- Snap-fit design installs tool-free into vacant port slots
- Flame-retardant ABS construction covers unused positions
- Maintains finished appearance in 24-port rack installations
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SKU: UACC-KEYSTONE-BLANK-INSERT-TH

Ubiquiti UACC-KEYSTONE-BLANK-INSERT-TH Keystone Blank Insert 12-Pack

Blank keystone inserts for UniFi panels—12-pack, tool-free snap-in
- Flame-retardant polycarbonate construction meets data center fire safety
- Tool-free snap-in mounting; no installation time on reconfiguration
- Covers full 24-port panel row; blocks dust and accidental connections
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SKU: UACC-KEYSTONE-COUPLER-C6

Ubiquiti UACC-KEYSTONE-COUPLER-C6 Cat6 Keystone Coupler

Cat6 pass-through keystone coupler, 12-pack, flush-mount design
- Connects two pre-terminated RJ45 cables without field termination or tools
- Polycarbonate housing fits tight wall plates and patch panels at 31.6×16mm
- 12 couplers per pack for multi-point cable joins across large deployments
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SKU: UACC-KEYSTONE-COUPLER-C6A

Ubiquiti UACC-KEYSTONE-COUPLER-C6A Cat6A Pass-Through Keystone Coupler

Cat6A pass-through keystone coupler for flush-mount wall and panel installations
- Cat6A rated; supports 10 Gbps for 4K/8MP camera streams without bandwidth loss
- Stainless steel construction resists corrosion in temperature and humidity cycles
- 12-pack; accepts pre-terminated RJ45 connectors on both ends, no field termination
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SKU: UACC-KEYSTONE-JACK-C6

Ubiquiti UACC-KEYSTONE-JACK-C6 Cat6 Keystone Jack

Toolless Cat6 keystone jack, 568A/568B, 12-pack for flush mount
- Toolless termination—no punch-down tool required, saves field labor
- Supports both TIA-568A and 568B wiring standards on single jack
- Accepts 23–26 AWG cable gauge for backbone and drop runs
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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-JUNCTION-UTILITY indoor/outdoor enclosure

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Ubiquiti UACC-KEYSTONE-BLANK-INSERT-TH Keystone Blank Insert 12-Pack

Ubiquiti UACC-KEYSTONE-COUPLER-C6 Cat6 Keystone Coupler

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