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Environmental protection and weather resistance
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SKU: PPOC-0100

Acti PPOC-0100 Power over Coax Adapter Kit

PoE 802.3af adapter kit converts existing coax runs for IP cameras
- Uses legacy coaxial cable infrastructure—no rewiring required
- Supports indoor and outdoor installation on single PoE power line
- Eliminates separate power runs in retrofit deployments
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SKU: R705-60002

Acti R705-60002 Mounting Plate

Rack-mount plate for ACTi D53–E59 cameras with PoE power
- Compatible with ACTi D53, D54, D55, E52, and E59 series cameras
- PoE (802.3af) powered—no separate power infrastructure required
- Standardized rack installation for centralized network deployments
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ACTi

SKU: R707-X0004

Acti R707-X0004 Power Adapter AC 100-240V

Rack-mount AC adapter for ENR-010P with universal 100–240V input
- AC 100–240V universal input eliminates regional voltage concerns globally
- 19-inch rack-mount form factor fits standard enterprise equipment racks
- PoE-capable design integrates with IP camera deployments and centralized power
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ACTi

SKU: SMAX-0009

Acti SMAX-0009 Corner Mount with Gooseneck for Outdoor

Corner mount with gooseneck for outdoor ACTi thermal cameras
- Adjustable gooseneck design for precise camera angle positioning
- PoE powered (802.3af) eliminates separate power infrastructure
- Outdoor-rated construction for perimeter and facility monitoring
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ACTi

SKU: SMAX-0052

Acti SMAX-0052 Pendant Mount with Mount Kit

Pendant mount for suspended ceiling Acti camera installations
- Complete mount kit with fasteners and installation hardware included
- Indoor ceiling suspension design supports Acti camera systems
- Lightweight 1 lb assembly for straightforward field deployment
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ACTi

SKU: SMAX-0065

Acti SMAX-0065 Gooseneck with Mount Kit

Gooseneck mount kit for ACTi IP cameras with adjustable positioning
- Flexible gooseneck design accommodates varied camera angles in confined spaces
- Complete mount kit hardware included for professional surveillance installations
- White finish, 13.2 lb construction rated for ACTi camera systems
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ACTi

SKU: SMAX-0104

Acti SMAX-0104 Pole Mount with Gooseneck for Outdoor

Pole-mount gooseneck for outdoor 2MP cameras with PoE power
- Gooseneck design allows flexible camera angle adjustment for optimal sightlines
- PoE 802.3af power delivery eliminates separate power runs to pole locations
- Outdoor-rated construction supports ACTi 2MP and compatible IP cameras
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ACTi

SKU: SMAX-0110

Acti SMAX-0110 Pole Mount with Gooseneck and Mount Kit

Pole mount with gooseneck for ACTi 2MP PoE cameras
- Gooseneck design allows flexible angle adjustment after installation
- Complete kit includes pole mount assembly and mounting hardware
- PoE powered (802.3af) for outdoor and semi-exposed deployments
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ACTi

SKU: SMAX-0154

Acti SMAX-0154 Pole and Wall Mount Kit

Dual pole and wall mount kit for Acti 2MP PoE cameras
- Includes PMAX-0503 and PMAX-0313 mounts for flexible deployment options
- PoE (802.3af) powered—no separate power supply needed
- Supports vertical pole or direct wall surface installation
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ACTi

SKU: SMAX-0158

Acti SMAX-0158 Pole Mount with Tilted Wall Mount

Dual pole and wall mount for ACTi 2MP PoE cameras with tilt adjustment
- Supports both pole and wall mounting configurations for flexible deployment
- Tilted wall mount design allows angle adjustment for optimal camera positioning
- PoE (802.3af) powered, works indoors and outdoors with 2MP ACTi cameras
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ACTi

SKU: SMAX-0239

Acti SMAX-0239 Pole Mount with Junction Box

Pole mount with integrated junction box for outdoor camera deployments
- Weatherproof junction box manages PoE and coaxial cable routing at pole
- Heavy-duty construction supports standard outdoor camera weight loads
- Compatible with ACTi camera models requiring pole-mount installation
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ACTi

SKU: SMAX-0246

Acti SMAX-0246 Gang Box Converter with Heavy Duty Wall Mount

PoE gang box converter with wall mount for 2MP IP camera systems
- PoE (802.3af) powered—no separate power supply required at mount point
- Heavy-duty wall mount secures converter for indoor cable management and consolidation
- Compatible with Acti cameras and ONVIF-compliant network video management platforms
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ACTi

SKU: SMAX-0288

Acti SMAX-0288 Pole Mount with Junction Box

Pole mount with integrated junction box for A4x/B series cameras
- PoE (802.3af) powered with weatherproof junction box for outdoor installations
- Combines structural support and cable management in one assembly
- Fits Acti A4x and B series 2MP IP cameras in industrial environments
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ACTi

SKU: SMAX-0306

Acti SMAX-0306 Pole and Wall Mount

Dual pole and wall mount for Acti PoE+ camera systems
- PoE+ (802.3at) power delivery eliminates separate power supplies
- Flexible installation—mount to pole or wall with single bracket
- Metal construction rated for indoor and outdoor deployments
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ACTi

SKU: TVW-100

Acti TVW-100 4-Monitor Rackmount Display System

4-monitor rackmount display with PoE power for IP surveillance
- Four integrated monitors in rack-mount form factor for centralized monitoring
- PoE (802.3af) powered—no separate AC circuits needed at display location
- 940nm infrared night vision with 10-88mm varifocal lens for flexible focal range
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Aiphone

SKU: AC-C

Aiphone AC-C ADA Wall Mount Enclosure with Light Cage

ADA-compliant wall enclosure with integrated light cage for AC Series access control
- Steel construction with light cage for enhanced visibility at entry points
- Designed for indoor wall mounting in ADA-accessible installations
- Supports Aiphone AC Series access control systems with standard knockouts
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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 PPOC-0100 Power over Coax Adapter Kit

Acti R705-60002 Mounting Plate

Acti R707-X0004 Power Adapter AC 100-240V

Acti SMAX-0009 Corner Mount with Gooseneck for Outdoor

Acti SMAX-0052 Pendant Mount with Mount Kit

Acti SMAX-0065 Gooseneck with Mount Kit

Acti SMAX-0104 Pole Mount with Gooseneck for Outdoor

Acti SMAX-0110 Pole Mount with Gooseneck and Mount Kit

Acti SMAX-0154 Pole and Wall Mount Kit

Acti SMAX-0158 Pole Mount with Tilted Wall Mount

Acti SMAX-0239 Pole Mount with Junction Box

Acti SMAX-0246 Gang Box Converter with Heavy Duty Wall Mount

Acti SMAX-0288 Pole Mount with Junction Box

Acti SMAX-0306 Pole and Wall Mount

Acti TVW-100 4-Monitor Rackmount Display System

Aiphone AC-C ADA Wall Mount Enclosure with Light Cage

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