Using PC ATX power supplies to power up CCTV cameras?

[PKL-Lap 0]

Ok after replacing a power supply on a server for a client. A thought came up. Would it be adequate to use an ATX power supply to power up CCTV cameras? I'm thinking.. a 350w power supply.

 

Typical spec sheet: http://www.pctoys.com/840556000587.html

 

An average power supply comes with 4 x 12v leads and 2 x 5.5v leads. I don't know much about electronics. I don't think these PS are regulated. 12v leads are 16A max load. Any opinions?

[Integratek 0]

IMHO migh be not so bad idea

AT supplies might even be better, since they can be always turned on

[PKL-Lap 0]

IMHO migh be not so bad idea

AT supplies might even be better, since they can be always turned on

 

You can turn ATX power supplies on by shorting pin 3 and 4 if I remember exactly. Just have a custom switch. Nobody stocks AT power supplies anymore these days.

 

It be a nice experiment. Attached is to a UPS if you want. Or use a redundant ATX power supply.

[rory 0]

Ok after replacing a power supply on a server for a client. A thought came up. Would it be adequate to use an ATX power supply to power up CCTV cameras? I'm thinking.. a 350w power supply.

 

Typical spec sheet: http://www.pctoys.com/840556000587.html

 

An average power supply comes with 4 x 12v leads and 2 x 5.5v leads. I don't know much about electronics. I don't think these PS are regulated. 12v leads are 16A max load. Any opinions?

 

Why??? 12 v power supplies come with alot of bullet and dome cameras, and if not, they are so cheap - i'd keep it seperate.

 

Best is a Regulated Fused output. Remember we are talking security systems.

[Thomas 0]

Plus it's a splice job and would look like crap. And what do you do with the extra connectors?

[FredB 0]

You might also be able to use a blender. Just dissconect the power to the motor and connect it to the cameras instead. In that way you can give the cameras more power at night when it is dark.

[steve6690 0]

More juice at night ?

[Jay 0]

It is a little scary but you can find a nifty little power supply that replaces a slot in the back of the computer and plugs in to the computers power supply. it has 8 terminals for power. I used a couple of these when I first started this business and powered 8 cameras with the computer (w/ 550w ps) that was set up for cctv. But then I thought better and decided not to use them any more. What if there is a short? check it out @ www.sonerik.com. I have a few left @ $20 each if you are interested.

 

Jay