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SKU: 5801-551

Axis T94Y01G Pole Mount - 5801-551

Pole mount for 25 kg cameras in indoor/outdoor surveillance setups
- 25 kg load capacity handles mid-size Axis cameras with stability
- Powder-coated aluminum resists corrosion and UV for outdoor durability
- Back-routed cable management keeps wiring clean and protected
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SKU: 5800-351

Axis T98A Stainless Steel Mounting Plate - 5800-351

Stainless steel mounting plate for AXIS T98A-VE cabinet series
- Stainless steel construction resists corrosion in outdoor installations
- Engineered for secure, stable mounting of T98A-VE surveillance cabinets
- Supports both indoor and outdoor surveillance infrastructure deployments
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SKU: 5503-551

Axis T98A-VE Metal Sunshield Cabinet Accessory - 5503-551

Metal sunshield reduces cabinet heat up to 15°C for outdoor surveillance
- Cuts solar heat gain by up to 15°C (27°F) to prevent thermal shutdowns
- High-grade metal construction resists UV, salt spray, and outdoor wear
- Direct bolt-on fit for AXIS T98A-VE cabinets—no drilling or modifications
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SKU: 5800-521

Axis T98A05 Cabinet Door - 5800-521

Replacement cabinet door for T98A surveillance systems, indoor/outdoor
- Fits AXIS T98A Surveillance Cabinet series with security locking mechanism
- Durable white door rated for outdoor environments and harsh conditions
- 14.4 x 12.3 x 2.3 in dimensions, 2.3 lb weight for standard T98A frame
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SKU: 5800-531

Axis T98A06 Cabinet Door - 5800-531

Weather-resistant cabinet door for T98A series surveillance enclosures
- Fits AXIS T98A series cabinets with durable, outdoor-rated construction
- Secures access to cameras and network equipment in indoor/outdoor deployments
- Compatible with M111X-E, P13XX-E, Q16XX-E, Q17XX-E, Q191X-E, Q192X-E models
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SKU: 5800-541

Axis T98A07 Cabinet Door - 5800-541

Secure cabinet door for T98A series and compatible surveillance cameras
- Fits AXIS T98A series cabinets, P33-VE/-LVE, Q1765, Q1931 cameras
- High-quality durable construction rated for indoor and outdoor use
- White finish cabinet door with equipment protection and access control
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SKU: 5800-551

Axis T98A08 Cabinet Door - 5800-551

IP66 cabinet door for T98A series with IK10 impact protection
- Fits Axis T98A cabinets with seamless integration and secure access control
- IP66-rated and IK10-rated for indoor/outdoor use and vandal resistance
- Compatible with T91A61 wall bracket and P55/Q60-series cameras
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SKU: 5505-361

Axis T98A16-VE Media Converter Cabinet - 5505-361

Pre-assembled cabinet with integrated media converter for Axis systems
- Integrated Axis T8604 media converter with 12 VDC DIN power supply
- Circuit breaker and surge protection safeguard connected equipment
- Factory-tested wiring and mounts reduce on-site assembly time
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SKU: 5505-371

Axis T98A17-VE Media Converter Cabinet - 5505-371

IP66/IK10 stainless cabinet with integrated media converter and surge protection
- Pre-assembled with T8604 converter, 12 VDC DIN PSU, and internal cabling ready to deploy
- NEMA 4X stainless steel resists corrosion in coastal and harsh-climate outdoor sites
- Built-in breaker and surge protection safeguard networked Axis camera systems from electrical faults
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SKU: 5505-381

Axis T98A18-VE Media Converter Cabinet - 5505-381

IP66/IK10 outdoor cabinet with integrated media converter for Axis networks
- Pre-assembled enclosure ships ready to deploy with no setup required
- IP66 dust/water sealing plus IK10 vandal resistance for harsh environments
- 12 VDC DIN power supply with surge and breaker protection built in
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SKU: 5900-181

Axis T98A18-VE Outdoor Surveillance Cabinet - 5900-181

IP66/IK10 outdoor cabinet for surveillance accessories and cameras
- IP66 dust-tight, IK10 vandal-resistant enclosure protects power supplies and network gear
- Wall, DIN-rail, and device mounting options fit diverse installation configurations
- Door-mounted camera integration reduces additional hardware for complete outdoor setups
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SKU: 01181-001

Axis T99 Illuminator Bracket Kit A - 01181-001

Dual T90 illuminator bracket for Q8685-E and T99A10 positioning systems
- Mounts two T90 white-LED or IR-LED illuminators for coordinated low-light coverage
- Professional bracket with integrated cable glands, connectors, and management ties
- Complete hardware kit includes fitting brackets, screws, washers, and connectors
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SKU: 03110-001

Axis TA1201 Wall Mount Enclosure - 03110-001

Compact wall enclosure for up to four Wiegand-to-OSDP converters
- Holds four AXIS TA1101-B converters in plenum-rated housing
- Wall and DIN rail mounting for flexible access control deployments
- Conduit-ready design with organized converter organization at 1.73 lbs
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SKU: 03335-004

Axis TA1202 Network Power Enclosure - 03335-004

Network-connected power enclosure for multi-device Axis installations
- Centralizes power distribution across IP cameras and access control in distributed locations
- Operates 0–49°C; integrates directly with Axis NVR and camera management systems
- Reduces on-site wiring labor by consolidating individual device power supplies into one unit
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SKU: 03337-004

Axis TA1202 Power Enclosure - 03337-004

Centralized power distribution for multi-device security installations
- Operates 0° to 49°C for indoor and outdoor deployment without thermal compromise
- Day/night capable with night vision compatibility for 24/7 surveillance systems
- Dedicated enclosure safeguards networked devices while maintaining reliable power delivery
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SKU: 03341-004

Axis TA1203 Access Control Enclosure - 03341-004

Complete access control enclosure with 250W PSU and battery backup
- 250W integrated power supply eliminates external PSU requirement
- Built-in battery backup maintains operation during power loss
- Fire alarm interface with relay board for emergency egress compliance
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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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Axis T98A-VE Metal Sunshield Cabinet Accessory - 5503-551

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Axis T98A16-VE Media Converter Cabinet - 5505-361

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Axis T98A18-VE Media Converter Cabinet - 5505-381

Axis T98A18-VE Outdoor Surveillance Cabinet - 5900-181

Axis T99 Illuminator Bracket Kit A - 01181-001

Axis TA1201 Wall Mount Enclosure - 03110-001

Axis TA1202 Network Power Enclosure - 03335-004

Axis TA1202 Power Enclosure - 03337-004

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