Do Security Cameras Work in Extreme Cold Weather?
When you live in an area that regularly experiences freezing rain, snow, and moderately cold temperatures, monitoring requires a little more expertise that isn’t found in standard security cameras. In particular, any security camera designed for temperatures below 32 degrees Fahrenheit should feature IP65 or greater with cold temperature devices with internal temperature regulation, especially when subjected to the elements without a cover.
Perth, with its Mediterranean climate, experiences mild winters compared to many other regions. However, even in this relatively temperate climate, cold weather can affect security cameras. Let’s delve into how the cooler temperatures in Perth may impact the performance of security cameras and how to mitigate potential issues.
Fortunately, VP Security solution Cameras has specialized cameras for cold temperatures in our Cold Weather Dahua Security Camera section. These devices are specifically designed to handle temperatures that drop below 32 degrees Fahrenheit and make them excellent cold weather security cameras that can be applied to any home or business.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Severe Weather Camera
1. Weather Resistance (IP Rating):
Ensure the camera has a high IP (Ingress Protection) rating, such as IP66 or higher. This rating indicates the camera’s ability to resist dust, water, and other environmental factors. A higher IP rating ensures the camera can endure severe weather conditions.
2. Temperature Range:
Check the camera’s temperature specifications, including the operating and storage temperature ranges. A severe weather camera should have a wide operating temperature range to function effectively in extreme cold or hot weather.
3. Durability and Build Quality:
Look for cameras made from high-quality, durable materials designed to withstand harsh conditions. The camera housing should be rugged and robust, providing protection against physical damage, impacts, and corrosion.
4. Pan-Tilt-Zoom (PTZ) functionality:
PTZ cameras can provide better coverage of a wider area, and their ability to zoom in and out can provide more detail during severe weather events. If you need to monitor a larger area look for cameras with PTZ functionality.
5. Night Vision:
Security cameras with night vision capabilities can provide clear images even in low-light conditions, making them ideal for surveillance during severe weather events.
6. Remote access:
The camera should have remote access capabilities, allowing you to monitor the camera feed from a remote location.
Dahua winter weather camera selection
On the other end of the spectrum, Hikvision and Dahua camera offer more affordable cold-weather security cameras through the VP Security Cameras. These cameras usually cost less than $500 and advanced features come standard with each camera. However, these devices are not necessarily as high-end as the other two devices and, at lower prices, will offer comparatively less quality.
Do cold weather security cameras require any specific setup?
When considering how you install the transmission and powerline of your cold weather security cameras, special attention is needed. Both snow and ice can take a heavy toll on CCTV cabling, making the need for the use of underground cover or shielding critical. Ideally, your wire should be at least twelve inches underground with some type of covering.
One thing to consider when choosing cold weather security cameras are wireless security cameras. Such equipment allows increased capacity and flexibility when transmission lines are difficult to fully install. However, VP Security Cameras only offers wireless security cameras that require a connection to an outlet for any functionality.
When you are planning your security camera system and need additional information about our cold weather security cameras, VP Security solution Cameras has an excellent surveillance system design team ready to help you. Trust our team when you need to improve your security and contact us today for more information!
