Mr. Anonymous 0 Posted September 2, 2016 I am a big eBay shopper, and I am comparing box camera enclosures. I live in the north so it needs to be heated, and I have found 3 versions I wanted opinions on. They are all about the same price. This one includes the mounting arm: http://www.ebay.com/itm/CCTV-Security-Camera-Weatherproof-Housing-Heater-Blower-Fan-Kit-Bracket-/261719155990?hash=item3cefad6516:g:hIAAAOSwMpZUpFLz This one has a rounded sun shield with no mounting arm: http://www.ebay.com/itm/16-Outdoor-Weatherproof-CCTV-Security-Surveillance-Camera-Housing-Enclosure-/291716803292?hash=item43ebad2adc:g:WEQAAOSwZtJW8i18 This one is not painted and may be thinner? http://www.ebay.com/itm/Outdoor-CCTV-CCD-Security-Camera-Housing-Enclosure-with-Heater-Cooling-Fan-/361671919054?hash=item54355385ce:g:unkAAOSwtnpXoKh1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tomcctv 189 Posted September 2, 2016 Hi. It depends on which camera used All your listings are ac power so you will need to run DC and AC if your cameras are 12v DC so best with 24v Also if you need IR you will need external Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr. Anonymous 0 Posted September 2, 2016 I do not need IR I use motion lights right now. My cameras are 24vAC but when I upgrade they will likely move to 12vDC. I am more curious on structure strength and longevity (oxidation, chipping, etc). I am also concerned about maybe the design of the heater/ventilation from product to product. Anyone who owns them would be of great help Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tomcctv 189 Posted September 2, 2016 I do not need IR I use motion lights right now. My cameras are 24vAC but when I upgrade they will likely move to 12vDC. I am more curious on structure strength and longevity (oxidation, chipping, etc). I am also concerned about maybe the design of the heater/ventilation from product to product. Anyone who owns them would be of great help Your first link is the best option and I have used 100s But I haven't used eBay China copy .... The price is cheap it might last years Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Securame 0 Posted September 2, 2016 First one. The third one, I wouldn't even dare it using it outdoors... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
