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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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SKU: PMAX-0706

Acti PMAX-0706 Pole Mount

Pole mount bracket for ACTi E39 cameras, 3.25"–7.0" diameter range
- Corrosion-resistant weatherproof construction for outdoor perimeter deployments
- PoE (802.3af) support with single-cable installation for E39-series cameras
- Adjustable pole diameter 3.25" to 7.0" fits standard utility and mounting poles
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SKU: PMAX-0711

Acti PMAX-0711 Junction Box

Junction box for ACTi Z950/Z952 cameras with flexible wall, ceiling, rack mounting
- PoE+ (802.3at) power input simplifies single-cable installation across mount types
- Wall, ceiling, and rack mounting options support mixed deployment architectures
- Centralized cable management reduces complexity in multi-camera security systems
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SKU: PMAX-0712

Acti PMAX-0712 Junction Box

PoE junction box for Acti Z-series 2MP cameras, indoor/outdoor
- Field termination and cable management with standard PoE (802.3af) power
- Compatible with Z91, Z92, Z94, Z95, and Z77 camera models
- Rack-mount design supports both indoor and outdoor surveillance setups
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SKU: PMAX-0713

Acti PMAX-0713 Junction Box

PoE+ junction box for Acti Z81/Z82 distributed surveillance
- Supports up to 95W PoE+ power delivery to multiple connected devices
- Wall, ceiling, and rack mounting for flexible installation in varied spaces
- Centralized power and signal management for multi-camera deployments
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SKU: PMAX-0714

Acti PMAX-0714 Junction Box for Z31

PoE+ junction box for ACTi Z31 cameras with flexible wall/ceiling/rack mount
- PoE+ (802.3at) power delivery eliminates separate power runs at junction points
- Wall, ceiling, and rack mount options for control rooms and distributed networks
- 2MP resolution support across Z31 series camera integrations
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SKU: PMAX-0715

Acti PMAX-0715 Junction Box

PoE+ junction box for Acti A88–A96 cameras with wall/ceiling/rack mount
- Centralized power and signal management for multi-camera deployments
- PoE+ (802.3at) input eliminates separate power supplies per camera
- Wall, ceiling, and rack mount options for flexible indoor installations
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SKU: PMAX-0718

Acti PMAX-0718 Junction Box for A71

PoE+ junction box for Acti A71 series cameras, wall/ceiling/rack mount
- Centralized power and signal management for PoE+ (802.3at) installations
- Flexible mounting on wall, ceiling, or rack for multi-camera deployments
- Designed specifically for A71 series camera integration and cable organization
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SKU: PMAX-0723

Acti PMAX-0723 Junction Box

Junction box for Z83/Z84 cameras with PoE+ and flexible mounting
- PoE+ (802.3at) power input supports single-cable network deployment
- Wall, ceiling, and rack mount options for diverse installation layouts
- Purpose-built for Acti Z83 and Z84 series camera integration
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SKU: PMAX-0726

Acti PMAX-0726 Junction Box for A310 A311

PoE junction box for Acti A310 and A311 indoor camera systems
- Centralized power and signal management with 802.3af PoE support
- Organized cable routing for multi-camera indoor deployments
- Rack-mount form factor for streamlined network cabinet integration
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SKU: PMAX-0727

Acti PMAX-0727 Junction Box

Rack-mount junction box for ACTi Z71/Z72 camera system integration
- Centralized connection point for distributed camera deployments
- Rack-mount design integrates into standard server and network enclosures
- Indoor-rated for organized cable management in modular surveillance setups
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SKU: PMAX-0728

Acti PMAX-0728 Junction Box for Q450

Junction box for Q450 series cameras with PoE power management
- PoE (802.3af) power delivery simplifies wiring and reduces infrastructure
- Rack-mountable design integrates into standard surveillance infrastructure
- Purpose-built connectivity and power management for Q450 camera systems
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SKU: PMAX-0729

Acti PMAX-0729 Round Junction Box

Round junction box for Acti Z39, Z48, Z49 cameras with PoE
- Organizes cabling and connections for ceiling or wall-mounted setups
- PoE (802.3af) powered, eliminating need for separate power infrastructure
- White housing designed for discrete integration in surveillance deployments
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Accessories

Surveillance accessories support reliable system deployment, from mounting hardware and enclosures to power components and installation materials. Select the right supporting equipment to ensure durability, safety, and long-term performance.

Deployment Considerations

Environmental protection and weather resistance
Mounting stability and load support
Power and voltage compatibility
Cable management and termination quality
Compliance with local safety standards

Deployment Guide PoE Planning

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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