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SKU: WRP2-G-11

STI WRP2-G-11 Waterproof ReSet Call Point Controller
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SKU: KIT-71102A-Y

STI Yellow Back Box & Spacer Kit for Stopper® Station Button Type 0

Yellow back box & spacer for STI Stopper® Type 0 button wall mount
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SKU: KIT-71100A-Y

STI Yellow Back Box Kit for Stopper® Station - KIT-71100A-Y
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Ubiquiti

SKU: EXTD-COVER-BLACK-3

Ubiquiti EXTD-COVER-BLACK-3 encasing for U6 Extender

Protective polymer cover for U6 Extender and BeaconHD deployments
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SKU: EXTD-COVER-CONCRETE-3

Ubiquiti EXTD-COVER-CONCRETE-3 encasing for U6 Extender

Protective encasing for U6 Extender and BeaconHD in outdoor installations
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SKU: EXTD-COVER-WOOD-3

Ubiquiti EXTD-COVER-WOOD-3 encasing for U6 Extender and BeaconHD

Wood enclosure for U6 Extender and BeaconHD indoor deployments
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SKU: NHD-COVER-BLACK-3

Ubiquiti NHD-COVER-BLACK-3 3-Pack (Black) Design Upgradable

Black design covers for nanoHD access points—customize without hardware swap
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Ubiquiti

SKU: NHD-COVER-CAMO-3

Ubiquiti NHD-COVER-CAMO-3 IP Camera

Camouflage protective cover for U6+, U6 Lite, and nanoHD cameras
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SKU: NHD-COVER-FABRIC-3

Ubiquiti NHD-COVER-FABRIC-3 3-Pack Fabric Design Access Point Covers

Fabric design covers for nanoHD access points—3 pack
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SKU: NHD-COVER-MARBLE-3

Ubiquiti NHD-COVER-MARBLE-3 3-Pack (Marble) Design Upgradable

Marble design covers for nanoHD access points—3 pack
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SKU: NHD-COVER-WOOD-3

Ubiquiti NHD-COVER-WOOD-3 Upgradable Casing for nanoHD

Wood casing for nanoHD access points with tool-free swap
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Vivotek

SKU: AC-215

Vivotek AC-215 Indoor PTZ Smoked Dome Cover

Smoked dome cover for Vivotek SD9161-H PTZ camera
- PMMA construction maintains image clarity while concealing camera
- Quick-install mounting hardware with 76 g lightweight design
- Ø 130 x 73 mm compact form fits indoor surveillance setups
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Vivotek

SKU: AC-224

Vivotek AC-224 Smoke Dome Cover

Smoke-tinted dome cover for discreet surveillance on Vivotek cameras
- Polycarbonate construction Ø 90 x 53 mm fits 10+ Vivotek FD-series models
- Smoke-tinted black finish blends into standard ceiling installations
- Quick-install design for fast dome swaps and maintenance access
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Vivotek

SKU: AC-22B

Vivotek AC-22B Fixed Dome Camera Cover

Smoked dome cover for Vivotek fixed cameras with hard-coated protection
- Hard-coated polycarbonate construction resists impact and weather damage
- Smoked finish reduces glare and lens reflection in surveillance scenes
- Compatible with six Vivotek FD91xx fixed dome camera models
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SKU: AC-22C

Vivotek AC-22C Hydrophobic Dome Cover

Hydrophobic dome cover for fisheye cameras in wet outdoor settings
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Vivotek

SKU: AE-238-wBS

Vivotek AE-238-wBS Outdoor Weatherproof Camera Housing Heater & Blower

Weatherproof box camera housing with integrated heater & fan for -20°C to 65°C
- 10W heater prevents lens fog; 2W fan manages heat in temps up to 65°C
- IP68 waterproof and IK10 vandal-rated cast aluminum for outdoor durability
- 24VAC/VDC input with dual 24V AC/DC and 12V DC outputs; 30W max power
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What to Look For When Buying

The decisions that matter most before you spec.

Material Selection: Durability vs. Optical Clarity

Polycarbonate, acrylic, and tempered glass each trade off scratch resistance, UV stability, and transmittance. Read the spec sheet—cheap polycarbonate yellows under sunlight and clouds optics within 18–24 months. Learn how environmental stress impacts system uptime.

Thermal Design for 24/7 Operation

Cameras and intercoms generate heat; stagnant air inside an unvented enclosure causes thermal shutdown during peak load or summer operation. Ensure covers include passive venting or active cooling provisions—especially for Axis and Hanwha ruggedized models rated for continuous duty.

IP Rating Alignment with Deployment Zone

IP54 protects against splash and dust; IP66 withstands heavy wash-down and temporary submersion; IP68 handles prolonged water exposure. Undersizing protection class creates corrosion, power loss, and network reliability failures when salt spray or condensation reaches electronics.

Mounting Compatibility & Accessibility

Covers must integrate with existing mounting brackets and kits—and allow tool-free or quick-release access for lens cleaning, firmware updates, and troubleshooting. Poor design locks technicians out during incident response.

Brand-Specific Form Factors

Covers from ACTi, Ubiquiti, and Comelit are often not interchangeable. Verify OEM part numbers and dimension specs before bulk procurement to avoid costly field retrofits.

PoE Power Draw & Heater Specifications

Heated covers and cooled enclosures draw significant power—confirm PoE budget and switch capacity before deployment. Undersized power infrastructure triggers cascade failures across multi-camera sites.

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The specs and acronyms that actually affect covers & protection performance.

IP Rating (IP54, IP65, IP66, IP67, IP68)

Ingress Protection code defining resistance to solid particles (first digit) and liquid immersion (second digit). IP65 = dust-tight and low-pressure jet; IP67 = temporary submersion; IP68 = continuous underwater duty. Critical for outdoor and wash-down zones.

UV Stabilization & Polycarbonate Grade

UV-stabilized polycarbonate or acrylic resists yellowing and optical degradation under direct sunlight. Grade A materials maintain >90% light transmittance for 5+ years; budget grades drop to 70% within 18 months, killing night vision performance.

Operating Temperature Range & Thermal Management

Passive covers tolerate −40°C to +60°C; active heaters/coolers extend to −50°C and +70°C+ by maintaining internal sensor temperature. Essential for high-altitude, arctic, and desert deployments where ambient extremes exceed camera specs.

Optical Transmittance & Distortion

Clarity measured in %, affects zoom performance, facial recognition accuracy, and DORI identification distance. Anti-reflective coatings improve throughput by 5–10%; inferior covers reduce effective resolution by full aperture stops.

Material Impact Resistance & Vandal Rating

Polycarbonate rated in Charpy impact joules; tempered glass in safety ratings. Vandal-grade covers withstand IK10 (20 J hammer blows) or higher. Cheaper alternatives fail under moderate force, exposing cameras to destruction.

Cable Gland & Strain Relief Design

M20/M25 threaded glands with double-gasket sealing prevent water wicking along cable jackets. Poorly sealed entry points are the #1 cause of field corrosion and power loss at distributed sites—often cheaper to upgrade than troubleshoot later.

Typical Deployment Scenarios

Multi-Camera Warehouse with High-Humidity Wash-Down

12× fixed dome cameras with Axis or Hanwha flood lamps need IP66 polycarbonate covers + heated enclosures to manage condensation. Pair with stainless-steel mounting brackets and sealed power distribution to prevent corrosion at scale.

Coastal Property Access Control with Salt Spray

Entry gates and intercom stations exposed to salt air require marine-grade aluminum covers, stainless hardware, and conformal coating on PCBs. Standard powder-coated steel fails within 6 months; budget 2–3× for corrosion-resistant materials.

Urban Rooftop Surveillance with Wind & UV Load

Fixed or PTZ cameras mounted on building peaks need impact-rated sunshields + vibration dampers to handle wind gusts and thermal cycling. Lightweight polycarbonate reduces moment load; poor design creates structural fatigue and drop hazards.

School Campus with Vandalism Risk & Maintenance Access

60+ domes across K–12 buildings need quick-release vandal guards on high-value zones, low-profile covers in classrooms, and tool-free lens cleaning ports. Integrators must balance protection with accessibility to keep systems maintained and incident-ready.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do clear polycarbonate covers affect night vision or IR performance?

High-quality UV-stabilized covers transmit >95% of visible and IR light; cheaper alternatives scatter IR and reduce effective range by 30–50%. Always verify transmittance spec (not just 'clear') before ordering—label says nothing; datasheet does.

Can I use the same cover on cameras from different brands?

Rarely. Axis, ACTi, and Hanwha domes have different optical seat geometries, thread pitches, and thermal profiles. OEM part numbers exist for a reason—field-fitting 'universal' covers often results in vignetting, condensation traps, and misalignment.

How do I calculate thermal load for heated enclosures in winter?

Add the camera's power draw (e.g., 15 W) to the heater wattage (e.g., 50 W) and confirm total against PoE budget. Budget 90 W per camera in arctic climates—undersizing triggers brownouts across multiple sites.

What's the difference between IP66 and IP67 covers for outdoor mounting?

IP66 = high-pressure jet resistance (wash-down safe); IP67 = temporary submersion (1 meter, 30 minutes). Choose IP67 for flood-prone or below-grade mounting; IP66 is fine for elevated rooftop or wall mount. Oversizing adds cost and weight; undersizing invites field failures.

Should I use active cooling or passive vents for a camera in direct sunlight?

Passive vents are cheaper but unreliable above 40°C ambient; thermal stratification still stagnates internal air. Active cooling (24 V DC fan) is worth the power supply cost for desert, high-altitude, or equipment-dense mounting. Test in worst-case seasonal conditions before bulk deploy.

How often do protective covers need replacement or cleaning?

Clean every 3–6 months (quarterly in salt spray or dust zones); inspect for UV yellowing and micro-cracks annually. Polycarbonate typically survives 4–5 years in temperate climates; 2–3 years in harsh coastal or industrial environments. Budget replacement cycles into long-term maintenance plans.

Covers & Protection

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STI WRP2-G-11 Waterproof ReSet Call Point Controller

STI Yellow Back Box & Spacer Kit for Stopper® Station Button Type 0

STI Yellow Back Box Kit for Stopper® Station - KIT-71100A-Y

Ubiquiti EXTD-COVER-BLACK-3 encasing for U6 Extender

Ubiquiti EXTD-COVER-CONCRETE-3 encasing for U6 Extender

Ubiquiti EXTD-COVER-WOOD-3 encasing for U6 Extender and BeaconHD

Ubiquiti NHD-COVER-BLACK-3 3-Pack (Black) Design Upgradable

Ubiquiti NHD-COVER-CAMO-3 IP Camera

Ubiquiti NHD-COVER-FABRIC-3 3-Pack Fabric Design Access Point Covers

Ubiquiti NHD-COVER-MARBLE-3 3-Pack (Marble) Design Upgradable

Ubiquiti NHD-COVER-WOOD-3 Upgradable Casing for nanoHD

Vivotek AC-215 Indoor PTZ Smoked Dome Cover

Vivotek AC-224 Smoke Dome Cover

Vivotek AC-22B Fixed Dome Camera Cover

Vivotek AC-22C Hydrophobic Dome Cover

Vivotek AE-238-wBS Outdoor Weatherproof Camera Housing Heater & Blower

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