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SKU: PMAX-0338

Acti PMAX-0338 35-Degree Tilted Wall Mount

35-degree wall mount for ACTi fisheye and hemispheric cameras
- 35-degree tilt angle optimizes positioning in tight spaces or walls
- Compatible with ACTi fisheye and hemispheric panoramic camera models
- Requires standard fasteners and load-bearing wall surface for installation
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SKU: PMAX-0346

Acti PMAX-0346 Heavy Duty Wall Mount for A951

Heavy duty wall bracket for Acti A951 cameras with PoE+ power
- Engineered mount supports A951 2MP camera in wall-mounted configurations
- PoE+ (802.3at) power delivery eliminates separate power runs at installation
- Heavy duty construction rated for indoor and controlled environment deployments
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SKU: PMAX-0354

Acti PMAX-0354 Heavy Duty Wall Mount

Heavy-duty wall mount for Acti A711/A713 2MP fixed dome cameras
- PoE (802.3af) powered—no separate power runs needed for installation
- Permanent wall-surface mounting for flexible sightline positioning on building perimeters
- Heavy-duty construction rated for commercial and industrial outdoor environments
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SKU: PMAX-0402

Acti PMAX-0402 Corner Mount White

Corner mount for 8MP cameras with PoE power in white finish
- PoE (802.3af) eliminates separate power runs at corner installations
- Fits ACTi 8MP cameras and ONVIF-compliant IP cameras with standard form factors
- Wall and corner-mounted deployment in indoor and outdoor environments
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SKU: PMAX-0503

Acti PMAX-0503 Pole Mount Kit

Pole mount kit for 2MP Acti cameras, PoE powered, indoor/outdoor
- Mounts six Acti camera models (PMAX-0102, 0312, 0313, 0314, 0702, 1106)
- PoE 802.3af power eliminates separate wiring to pole locations
- Rated for both indoor and outdoor environments, white finish
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SKU: PMAX-0504

Acti PMAX-0504 Pole Mount

Pole mount bracket for Acti compact cameras with PoE power
- Fits B4x, E44, E45, E46, and E44A series cameras
- Weather-resistant construction rated for outdoor 24/7 surveillance
- PoE power eliminates need for separate power infrastructure at pole
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SKU: PMAX-0505

Acti PMAX-0505 Pole Mount

Pole mount bracket for ACTi 2MP cameras in outdoor elevated deployments
- PoE (802.3af) powered—no separate power runs needed at pole locations
- Compatible with ACTi B4x, E44, E45, E46, and E44A series cameras
- Outdoor-rated bracket for perimeter and wide-area surveillance positioning
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SKU: PMAX-0506

Acti PMAX-0506 Pole Mount for A31 A4x E78 E9x E9xx

Pole mount for Acti 2MP compact cameras, PoE-powered outdoor surveillance
- Fits 2–3 inch diameter poles for elevation without wall or ceiling infrastructure
- PoE (802.3af) power eliminates separate electrical runs to mounting location
- Aluminum construction rated for outdoor perimeter and industrial deployments
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SKU: PMAX-0508

Acti PMAX-0508 Pole Mount

Pole mount for ACTi cameras in outdoor perimeter surveillance
- Outdoor-rated pole mount for elevated or ground-level camera positioning
- Compatible with ACTi camera product lines and standard deployment configurations
- Lightweight 1 lb design for straightforward installation on pole structures
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SKU: PMAX-0512

Acti PMAX-0512 Pole Mount

Adjustable pole bracket for Acti E39 and PMAX-0706 cameras, 3.25"–7.0"
- Fits poles 3.25" to 7.0" diameter with secure metal fastening for stable outdoor mounting
- Compatible with Acti E39 and PMAX-0706 PoE cameras; direct integration with standard pole infrastructure
- Adjustable positioning angle for perimeter surveillance and traffic monitoring deployments
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SKU: PMAX-0513

Acti PMAX-0513 Pole Mount

Pole mount bracket for ACTi Z950/Z952 cameras with PoE power
- Aluminum construction rated for outdoor pole structure installation
- PoE (802.3af) powered—no separate power supply required
- Designed for fixed surveillance on distributed pole-based networks
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SKU: PMAX-0514

Acti PMAX-0514 Pole Mount for A950

Aluminum pole mount bracket for Acti A950 with PoE power
- Mount the A950 2MP camera vertically on poles or structural supports
- PoE (802.3af) powered—no separate power infrastructure needed
- Aluminum construction rated for outdoor pole, column, and structural installations
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SKU: PMAX-0527

Acti PMAX-0527 Pole Mount 2.64" to 5" Poles

Adjustable pole mount for ACTi Z41/Z42 cameras, 2.64" to 5" poles
- Clamp bracket secures to poles 2.64" to 5" in diameter for outdoor infrastructure
- PoE-powered (802.3af) installation eliminates separate power runs at pole
- Designed specifically for ACTi Z41 and Z42 camera models with quick setup
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SKU: PMAX-0533

Acti PMAX-0533 Pole Mount for A310 A311

Pole mount bracket for outdoor Acti A310/A311 dome cameras
- Metal construction rated for outdoor deployment on standard poles
- PoE (802.3af) powered—no separate power supply or wiring needed
- Designed for fixed 2MP dome surveillance in perimeter and parking areas
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SKU: PMAX-0702

Acti PMAX-0702 Junction Box

PoE-powered junction box for centralized camera power and signal distribution
- 802.3af PoE operation eliminates need for auxiliary power at remote sites
- 19-inch rack mount for standard cabinet and control room installations
- Compatible with PMAX-0102, PMAX-0312, PMAX-0313, PMAX-0314, PMAX-1106 cameras
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SKU: PMAX-0704

Acti PMAX-0704 Junction Box

IP66 weatherproof junction box for Acti camera systems with PoE power
- IP66-rated housing withstands dust and high-pressure water jets outdoors
- PoE (802.3af) power delivery eliminates separate power infrastructure runs
- Rack-mount design integrates with Acti A4x, B4x, E4x series cameras
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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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Acti PMAX-0503 Pole Mount Kit

Acti PMAX-0504 Pole Mount

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Acti PMAX-0506 Pole Mount for A31 A4x E78 E9x E9xx

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Acti PMAX-0514 Pole Mount for A950

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Acti PMAX-0533 Pole Mount for A310 A311

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