Choosing Vandal Proof Housing For Your Security Camera

Choosing the right vandal proof housing is often the most overlooked part of buying a security camera. It is important, though, to get this choice right when you set up your system.

It's tempting to put all your attention on the most expensive element of your system: the camera. But, remember, you want to mount that camera securely and safely and to make sure it is protected from extreme elements and damage. Without the proper security camera housing, you put your investment at risk.

What to look for

Most cameras come with a recommended camera housing that is compatible with the camera. Check to make sure the housing you choose is made to work with your camera.

Several factors will affect your choice of camera housing.

Match your camera housing to your camera's size and weight

The first factor is your camera. Always check to make sure that your camera housing is rated to support the size and weight of the camera and that the housing provides the proper access for cables.
Match your camera housing to your climate

Secondly, what weather factors do you need to account for? Cameras are not built to naturally withstand all extremes of temperature. If you live in a climate that experiences extreme heat or cold you need to have a camera housing that protects it from those extremes.

You can get a security camera housing with a built-in fan or a built-in heater to handle these extremes. Housings can also provide sun shields to protect delicate optical equipment. The point is, know what protection your camera needs so you can get a housing that provides it.

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Choose your camera housing to protect from vandals

Finally, you want to consider how vulnerable your camera will be to possible damage from vandals or severe weather. Security camera housings manufactured from die cast aluminum are lightweight, yet sturdy. They will offer moderate damage resistance. If you want the highest damage resistance, though, you need to go with a heavier, yet even more sturdy steel camera housing.

In places where vandalism is a concern, look for camera housings that frustrate attempts to disable the camera or damage the housing. Most security camera housings can be padlocked to ensure that unauthorized individuals cannot open them. Some even mount in such a way that the mounting hardware is covered by a vandal-resistant camera housing that can be opened only with a special tool.

In the end, the effort to choose the right security vandal proof housing may take a back seat to the effort you put into choosing other elements of your system. It should not be forgotten, though! Your security camera represents a significant investment. The housing you choose for it will need to protect it for years to come. Choose your camera housing wisely and make sure you get the maximum benefit out of that investment.