Cable Guidelines

Maximum Power Supply Cable Length (feet/meters)

Cameras With AC/DC Power Supplies

 

 

 

Wire gauge

 

 

Optional

 

 

 

 

Total load

Power supply

24 AWG

22 AWG

18 AWG

16 AWG

2.5 W

15 VDC

260/79

415/126

1055/322

1680/512

2.5 W

24 VAC

608/185

980/299

2515/767

3930/1198

3.5 W

15 VDC

180/55

290/88

730/220

1170/352

3.5 W

24 VAC

470/143

760/232

1926/587

3065/934

Note Calculations are based on an unregulated linear power supply, which would be the worst case. Using a regulated or switching power supply can increase the cable distance. Honeywell recommends using a CSA Certified/UL listed Class 2 power adapter to ensure compliance with electrical safety standards.

Maximum Video Coaxial Cable Length (feet/meters)

Cable type

RG-59

RG-6

RG-11

Wire gauge

23 AWG*

18 AWG*

16 AWG*

Maximum length (feet/meters)

750/229

1500/457

2000/610

* Copper clad steel core, 95% braided shield

 

 

 

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