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Environmental protection and weather resistance
Mounting stability and load support
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Hanwha

SKU: SPG-IND12B

Hanwha SPG-IND12B Dome Cover, Black

Black dome cover for 11 Hanwha network camera models
- Custom-fit design compatible with QND and LND series cameras
- Durable construction shields against dust, debris, and UV exposure
- Professional black finish for discrete indoor and outdoor deployment
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Hikvision

SKU: PC120B

Hikvision PC120B Pendant Cap for Mini Dome Camera

Aluminum pendant cap for Hikvision mini dome cameras, Φ120 mm
- Aluminum alloy construction rated for indoor/outdoor surveillance mounting
- Compatible with DS-2CD25x2FWD-IS, DS-2CD25xxF-xx, DS-2CD25x2FWD-IWS models
- Lightweight 154 g design minimizes load on ceiling or wall structures
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Vivotek

SKU: AM-414_V01

Vivotek AM-414_V01 Corner Mount Bracket

Corner mount bracket for Vivotek cameras, 25 kg load, IP66 rated
- 25 kg capacity holds a camera body plus power box or PoE switch
- SPCC steel with white powder coat resists corrosion indoors and out
- Compact 240 × 341.6 × 233.4 mm footprint fits tight corner spaces
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Vivotek

SKU: AM-71G

Vivotek AM-71G Outdoor Conduit Box

IP66/IP67 outdoor conduit box for Vivotek FD and IB cameras
- Aluminum alloy construction resists corrosion in wet, UV-exposed environments
- IP66/IP67 rated sealing protects electrical connections year-round
- 3/4" PF thread connects to 12+ compatible Vivotek camera models
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Axis

SKU: 01575-001

Axis 01575-001 Device Microphone A

Omnidirectional microphone for Axis cameras via 3.5mm jack, no power needed
- 360° pickup pattern captures audio equally from all directions in open spaces
- Plug-and-play 3.5mm connector works with Q35 and P33 series, auto-detected
- IP65-rated, mounts flush with optional TP3201 recessed mount for clean install
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Axis

SKU: 5901-101

Axis 5901-101 Computar I-CS 2.8-8.5mm Varifocal Lens

2.8-8.5mm varifocal lens with auto-focus for Axis I-CS cameras
- 3x optical zoom range adjusts framing from wide aisles to medium telephoto
- I-CS auto-focus eliminates manual calibration on compatible Axis cameras
- 5MP resolution supports facial identification and fine detail capture
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Axis

SKU: 5800-771

Axis P54-E Clear Dome Protective Enclosure - 5800-771

Clear polycarbonate dome shield for AXIS P54-series cameras
- High-quality polycarbonate construction preserves image clarity
- Dust, moisture, and weather resistant protection for outdoor use
- Quick-mount direct fit design—no adapters or modifications needed
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Axis

SKU: 01566-001

Axis T94T02S Mounting Bracket - 01566-001

Spring-clip bracket for Axis M3057/58-PLVE camera mounting
- Tool-free installation with spring clips for quick camera repositioning
- Single bracket designed for M3057/58-PLVE models—spare part for downtime
- White mounting bracket with secure clip design for stable camera hold
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Axis

SKU: 01457-001

Axis T94V01C Dual Camera Mount - 01457-001

Back-to-back dual-camera mount with IK10 vandal resistance
- 1.5" NPS threaded interface fits Axis dome, box, and bullet cameras
- IK10 rating withstands 20J impact blows in high-risk environments
- Indoor and outdoor rated; reduces installation points and labor costs
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Axis

SKU: 02360-001

Axis TF9902 Surface Mount for F Series - 02360-001

Surface mount bracket for Axis F91 main units in vibration-prone sites
- F91 main unit compatibility with direct wall or pole attachment
- Vibration-rated design for warehouses, manufacturing, and vehicle platforms
- Integrated strain relief protects RJ-45 and power connections from flexing
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Axis

SKU: 02425-001

Axis TM3204 Recessed ceiling mount for IP cameras - 02425-001

Recessed ceiling mount for Axis IP cameras with pan/tilt adjustment
- Sits flush in drop-ceiling cavity with no visible bracket below tile line
- Pan, tilt, and rotate for on-site field-of-view fine-tuning without remount
- Ships with fasteners and anchors for standard drop-ceiling installation
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Axis

SKU: 02565-001

Axis TM3812 Tamper Resistant Dome Cover - 02565-001

Aluminum dome cover for M3085-V/M3086-V with recessed mount
- Aluminum construction resists corrosion in indoor and moderate environments
- Recessed mount design sits flush with ceilings, reducing sag and visual clutter
- White finish at 2.5 lbs provides deterrent effect with minimal load on mounts
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Axis

SKU: 02712-001

Axis TP1602-E Conduit Back Box IP66 - 02712-001

IP66 conduit back box with IK10 impact resistance for outdoor camera installations
- IP66 dust-tight, direct water jet resistant housing protects connections from washdown and rain
- IK10 rated to withstand 20-joule impacts in high-traffic outdoor and warehouse environments
- Pre-molded conduit entry ports for code-compliant cable routing; fits Axis P14 and Q19 cameras
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Hikvision

SKU: PC-G1

Hikvision PC-G1 Pendant Cap for PanoVu Camera

Aluminum pendant cap for PanoVu ceiling mounts, IP66 rated for outdoor
- IP66 weatherproofing blocks dust and water spray at exterior ceiling points
- Aluminum alloy with white finish resists corrosion across -40°C to 60°C range
- 150g lightweight design fits DS-2CD6D54G1-IZS without structural reinforcement
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Hikvision

SKU: PMP-V-G

Hikvision PMP-V-G Horizontal Pole Mounting Bracket

Horizontal pole mount for Hikvision speed domes, 2.6"–5" poles
- Aluminum alloy construction with spray coating rated for indoor/outdoor use
- Supports up to 44 lbs for speed dome cameras and mounted accessories
- Simple installation on standard poles without requiring specialized tools
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Hikvision

SKU: WBL

Hikvision WBL Wall Mount Box Camera Bracket Long

Die-cast aluminum wall bracket for box cameras up to 18.7 lbs
- 18.7 lb arm load capacity handles full-size professional cameras without sag
- Pan and tilt field-adjustable angles optimize coverage without unmounting
- Indoor/outdoor rated die-cast aluminum resists corrosion on building facades
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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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Hanwha SPG-IND12B Dome Cover, Black

Hikvision PC120B Pendant Cap for Mini Dome Camera

Vivotek AM-414_V01 Corner Mount Bracket

Vivotek AM-71G Outdoor Conduit Box

Axis 01575-001 Device Microphone A

Axis 5901-101 Computar I-CS 2.8-8.5mm Varifocal Lens

Axis P54-E Clear Dome Protective Enclosure - 5800-771

Axis T94T02S Mounting Bracket - 01566-001

Axis T94V01C Dual Camera Mount - 01457-001

Axis TF9902 Surface Mount for F Series - 02360-001

Axis TM3204 Recessed ceiling mount for IP cameras - 02425-001

Axis TM3812 Tamper Resistant Dome Cover - 02565-001

Axis TP1602-E Conduit Back Box IP66 - 02712-001

Hikvision PC-G1 Pendant Cap for PanoVu Camera

Hikvision PMP-V-G Horizontal Pole Mounting Bracket

Hikvision WBL Wall Mount Box Camera Bracket Long

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