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SKU: AM-51E

Vivotek AM-51E 3.5 Inch Octagon Box Adapter Plate

Flush-mount adapter for Vivotek domes in 3.5" octagon boxes
- Compatible with FD8166A, FD8366-V, and MD8565-N Vivotek cameras
- SECC steel + polycarbonate construction, 80g lightweight design
- Single gang and octagon box mounting with professional flush finish
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SKU: AM-51G

Vivotek AM-51G Adapter Plate for Octagon and Single Gang Boxes

Galvanized steel adapter plate for standard electrical boxes and Vivotek cameras
- Mounts Vivotek FD9360-H, FD9380-H, IT9388-HT directly to 3.5" octagon or single gang boxes
- Galvanized steel construction resists corrosion in indoor and outdoor installations
- Compact 117 mm diameter, 12 mm thick design maintains low profile in ceiling or wall
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SKU: AM-51H

Vivotek AM-51H 4in Electrical Octagon Box Adapter Plate

4" octagon box adapter plate for Vivotek FD9369 dome cameras
- Fits standard 4" electrical octagon and single gang boxes
- SECC galvanized steel with white finish, 90g lightweight design
- Simplifies dome camera installation in residential and commercial spaces
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SKU: AM-520_V05

Vivotek AM-520_V05 3/4" NPT Female Thread Mounting Adapter

3/4" NPT aluminum adapter for pole-mount IP camera installations
- 3/4" NPT female thread mates directly to standard industrial poles
- Aluminum alloy body resists corrosion in outdoor and coastal environments
- Compact Ø 180 x 52 mm profile fits confined mounting spaces
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SKU: AM-525_V01

Vivotek AM-525_V01 Outdoor Dome Camera Mounting Adapter

Aluminum dome camera adapter for 3/4" NPT to 1-1/2" PS pole mounts
- 3/4" NPT female to 1-1/2" PS male threads eliminate need for reducers
- Aluminum alloy resists corrosion in coastal and high-humidity environments
- Compact 155 mm diameter fits standard pole and wall installations with 13+ models
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SKU: AM-526-W

Vivotek AM-526-W Pendant Mounting Adapter White

Pendant mount adapter for Vivotek cameras, outdoor-rated white
- Weather-resistant construction rated for outdoor surveillance deployment
- Compatible with Vivotek pendant mount camera models across installations
- Tool-efficient setup minimizes installation time and labor requirements
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SKU: AM-527_V02

Vivotek AM-527 Indoor Dome Camera Mounting Adapter

Indoor dome adapter with dual pipe threads for Vivotek cameras
- 3/4" NPT Female and 1-1/2" PS Male connections for flexible mounting
- Lightweight aluminum and polycarbonate design at just 140 g
- Compatible with AM-116, AM-117 pendant pipes and AM-218, AM-221 brackets
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SKU: AM-52A

Vivotek AM-52A Indoor Speed Dome Camera Mounting Adapter

Aluminum adapter for Vivotek speed domes with dual-thread pendant/wall mount
- Works with SD9161-H and SD9161-H-v2 indoor speed dome cameras
- 3/4" NPT Female and 1-1/2" PS Male threads for pendant pipe and wall bracket
- Lightweight aluminum alloy construction, 460g, compact Ø 146 × 71 mm form factor
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SKU: AM-52B

Vivotek AM-52B Female 3/4 NPT Mounting Adapter

3/4" NPT female adapter for pole-mount surveillance camera installations
- Aluminum alloy construction resists corrosion in indoor and outdoor environments
- 3/4" NPT female thread connects directly to standard pipe mounting infrastructure
- Compact Ø 94 x 41 mm design at 106 g minimizes load on mounting structures
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SKU: AM-52E

Vivotek AM-52E 3/4 NPT Outdoor Dome Mounting Adapter

3/4" NPT outdoor dome adapter for pendant pipe and parapet mounts
- Female 3/4" NPT + 1-1/2" PS male threads eliminate need for intermediate adapters
- Aluminum alloy construction resists UV and corrosion in 3–5 year outdoor deployments
- Compact 115 mm diameter, 244 g weight minimizes wind load on pendant systems
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SKU: AM-52F

Vivotek AM-52F Pendant Mounting Kit

Aluminum pendant mount for Vivotek FD9182-H and FE9192-H dome cameras
- Tool-free installation with lightweight 208 g aluminum alloy construction
- Compact Ø 87 × 118 mm design for discrete ceiling suspension
- White finish for professional appearance in commercial surveillance setups
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SKU: AM-52G

Vivotek AM-52G Pendant Cap Ceiling Mount

Pendant ceiling mount for MA9311/MA9312 cameras, no wall cuts
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SKU: AM-612

Vivotek AM-612 Rack Mounting Rail System

19-inch rack mounting rails for Vivotek NVR and server installation
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SKU: AM-712_V03

Vivotek AM-712 Conduit Box White PVC Iron

White PVC/iron conduit box with 3/4" pipe thread for cable protection
- Ø 152 x 44 mm compact design fits tight installation spaces
- PVC + iron construction shields wiring from dust and moisture
- 3/4" PF thread integrates with standard conduit systems
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SKU: AM-713

Vivotek AM-713 Outdoor Conduit Box

IP66 aluminum conduit box for outdoor camera cable protection
- IP66 rating shields connections from rain and spray without submersion
- Aluminum alloy resists corrosion in salt air and UV exposure
- PF 3/4" thread fits standard conduit; compact 163 mm diameter
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SKU: AM-713-E

Vivotek AM-713-E EPoC Outdoor Conduit Box

IP66 aluminum conduit box with EPoC for outdoor camera extensions
- EPoC technology combines power and data over single coaxial cable
- IP66 weatherproof aluminum alloy housing resists rain, dust, corrosion
- PF 3/4" pipe thread connection fits standard conduit 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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Vivotek AM-520_V05 3/4" NPT Female Thread Mounting Adapter

Vivotek AM-525_V01 Outdoor Dome Camera Mounting Adapter

Vivotek AM-526-W Pendant Mounting Adapter White

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Vivotek AM-52A Indoor Speed Dome Camera Mounting Adapter

Vivotek AM-52B Female 3/4 NPT Mounting Adapter

Vivotek AM-52E 3/4 NPT Outdoor Dome Mounting Adapter

Vivotek AM-52F Pendant Mounting Kit

Vivotek AM-52G Pendant Cap Ceiling Mount

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