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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: AO-008

Vivotek AO-008 Speed Dome Combo Cable

Multi-function combo cable for Vivotek speed domes, 57cm with audio & control
- Single cable carries power, video, and control signals to SD9368/9384/9394-EHL
- RS485, dual digital inputs, digital output, and audio I/O for full PTZ integration
- 57 cm length and 44 g weight minimize installation time and cable clutter
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SKU: AO-014

Vivotek AO-014 Audio and IO Cable

Audio and IO cable for Vivotek indoor dome cameras with two-way audio
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SKU: AO-015

Vivotek AO-015 Audio IO Cable

Audio IO cable for outdoor dome cameras with two-way audio and alarm relay
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SKU: AT-CAB-001

Vivotek AT-CAB-001 Vandal-Proof Outdoor Camera Cabinet

IP66/IK10 vandal & weather cabinet for outdoor Vivotek cameras
- IK10 vandal-proof housing withstands deliberate impacts and tampering
- IP66 weather sealing protects against dust, water jets, and heavy rain
- Operates -40°C to 75°C; wall-mount stainless steel bracket included
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SKU: AT-CAS-001

Vivotek AT-CAS-001 Speed Dome Weatherproof Cabinet

IP66 weatherproof cabinet with IK10 vandal protection for outdoor cameras
- Works with all Vivotek network cameras including speed domes and bullet models
- Operates -40°C to 75°C with 90% humidity rating for extreme climates
- Built-in AC and PoE surge protection shields equipment from lightning strikes
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SKU: AT-DRB-001

Vivotek AT-DRB-001 DIN Rail Surveillance Cabinet Bracket

DIN rail bracket for Vivotek cameras in industrial cabinets
- Mounts to standard 35mm DIN rail systems in electrical enclosures
- IP66-rated, IK10-rated construction for industrial vibration resistance
- Quick-mount design reduces installation time in cabinet environments
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SKU: AT-SUN-001

Vivotek AT-SUN-001 Cabinet Metal Sunshield

Metal sunshield for outdoor cabinets—solar reflection & thermal control
- White powder-coated SECC steel reflects heat to prevent thermal throttling
- Tool-free mounting on AT-CAB-001 and AT-CAS-001 models, no modifications
- Compact 308 x 332 x 153 mm design at 1.5 kg for easy deployment
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SKU: AT-SUN-002

Vivotek AT-SUN-002 Cabinet Metal Sunshield

Metal sunshield for outdoor surveillance cabinets; reduces heat buildup
- SECC metal with white powder coating resists corrosion in outdoor conditions
- Compatible with AT-CAB-001, AT-CAB-002, and AT-CAS-001 cabinet systems
- Compact 375 x 332 x 153 mm design mounts securely to cabinet exterior
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SKU: AT-SWH-000

Vivotek AT-SWH-000 Electrical Safety Kit 20-40KA

20-40KA surge protection kit for Vivotek surveillance cabinets
- 20-40KA surge rating protects against severe electrical faults and voltage spikes
- MCB fuse and Type 2 surge protector rated to IEC 61643-11 and UL 1077
- Complete kit with terminal blocks, door alarm switch, and hardware for AT-CAB-001/AT-CAS-001
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SKU: AT-SWH-002

Vivotek AT-SWH-002 Door Detection Switch

Cabinet door monitoring switch with 300mm cable for Vivotek enclosures
- Real-time door open/close detection integrated via direct I/O port connection
- Operates across -40°C to 85°C with EN 61058 and UL 61058 safety approvals
- Compact 41 x 10 x 30mm switch with 300mm cable and mounting hardware included
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SKU: AT-WPC-001

Vivotek AT-WPC-001 M16 Cable Gland Pack of 6

M16 cable glands for 4-7mm cables, pack of 6, watertight sealing
- Watertight and dustproof sealing protects outdoor surveillance connections
- Tool-free assembly with nylon construction fits standard network cables
- Six units per pack support multiple installations or future replacements
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SKU: AT-WPC-002

Vivotek AT-WPC-002 M16 Cable Gland for Corrugated Tubing

M16 cable gland for 5/16" tubing with weather-resistant nylon
- Tool-free screw-tight installation with M16 thread connection
- Weather-resistant nylon construction for outdoor surveillance setups
- Pack of 6 units at 41mm length × 25mm diameter for compact routing
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SKU: BLACK PANEL

Vivotek BLACK PANEL Replacement Surface for CC8130HS

Black replacement panel for CC8130(HS) series—quick swap, zero reconfiguration
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SKU: CA80I8-2040

Vivotek CA80I8-2040 80W Infrared Illuminator

80W IR illuminator with 170–280m range and remote beam control
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SKU: CM48I8-180

Vivotek CM48I8-180 IR Illuminator 850nm

850nm IR illuminator with 40m range and 180° variable beam
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SKU: CM48I8-2040

Vivotek CM48I8-2040 IR Illuminator 850nm

850nm IR illuminator with 250m range and adjustable 20–40° beam
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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 AO-008 Speed Dome Combo Cable

Vivotek AO-014 Audio and IO Cable

Vivotek AO-015 Audio IO Cable

Vivotek AT-CAB-001 Vandal-Proof Outdoor Camera Cabinet

Vivotek AT-CAS-001 Speed Dome Weatherproof Cabinet

Vivotek AT-DRB-001 DIN Rail Surveillance Cabinet Bracket

Vivotek AT-SUN-001 Cabinet Metal Sunshield

Vivotek AT-SUN-002 Cabinet Metal Sunshield

Vivotek AT-SWH-000 Electrical Safety Kit 20-40KA

Vivotek AT-SWH-002 Door Detection Switch

Vivotek AT-WPC-001 M16 Cable Gland Pack of 6

Vivotek AT-WPC-002 M16 Cable Gland for Corrugated Tubing

Vivotek BLACK PANEL Replacement Surface for CC8130HS

Vivotek CA80I8-2040 80W Infrared Illuminator

Vivotek CM48I8-180 IR Illuminator 850nm

Vivotek CM48I8-2040 IR Illuminator 850nm

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