Product SKU: TQ1808-VE
Product Overview
Purpose-built for protecting surveillance infrastructure at outdoor and exposed mounting locations, the AXIS TQ1808-VE Surveillance Cabinet provides a secure, weather-resistant enclosure for network and power equipment used in professional CCTV deployments. Constructed from corrosion-resistant materials with a lockable front door and cable entry glands, this cabinet is designed to house PoE switches, midspans, power supplies and related components at the point of installation rather than routing long cable runs back to a central indoor location. Equipped with an organised internal layout, it keeps surveillance electronics protected from rain, dust and unauthorised access while supporting a clean and professional finish. This makes it well suited to perimeter camera sites, building exteriors, gated entries and remote outdoor locations where equipment protection and installation integrity are ongoing operational priorities.
Key Capabilities
Weather-Protected Enclosure
The cabinet’s outdoor-ready construction shields sensitive network and power equipment from rain, dust and environmental exposure, reducing the risk of equipment failure at remote or exposed surveillance sites.
Lockable Front Door
Physical access is restricted to authorised personnel via a lockable door, reducing the risk of tampering, cable disconnection or theft of installed networking equipment at unattended outdoor locations.
Sealed Cable Entry Glands
Integrated cable glands allow power and data cables to enter the cabinet cleanly while maintaining environmental sealing, helping to prevent moisture ingress and keeping internal cabling organised and protected.
Corrosion-Resistant Build
The cabinet is manufactured from corrosion-resistant materials capable of withstanding prolonged outdoor exposure, making it a durable long-term housing solution for surveillance infrastructure in coastal, industrial or harsh-weather environments.
Best For
- Perimeter and Boundary Camera Sites: Houses PoE switches and power supplies directly at the installation point, reducing cable run lengths to cameras mounted on perimeter posts or boundary fences.
- Outdoor Building Facades and Entries: Provides a secure, weather-protected enclosure for networking gear serving cameras at building exteriors, car park entries and gated access points.
- Remote or Unmanned Surveillance Locations: The lockable door and sealed cable glands protect installed equipment at sites where regular maintenance access is limited and environmental exposure is ongoing.
Why Choose the AXIS TQ1808-VE
The AXIS TQ1808-VE addresses a practical challenge that often gets overlooked in surveillance planning: how to protect the network and power equipment that keeps cameras running at outdoor or remote sites. Rather than relying on improvised housing or routing long cable runs back to a protected indoor location, this cabinet allows PoE switches, midspans and power supplies to be installed directly at the camera cluster, using corrosion-resistant construction and sealed cable entry glands to maintain environmental integrity. The lockable front door adds a physical security layer that basic weatherproof boxes do not provide. For installers building long-term professional systems at exposed sites, the AXIS TQ1808-VE is available at Security Wholesalers as part of the broader AXIS Communications accessory range, supporting clean, maintainable and site-appropriate infrastructure deployments.
Buyer Decision Tips
Buyer Tip: Before purchasing, confirm the physical dimensions of the networking and power equipment you intend to house inside the cabinet, including any PoE switch, midspan or power supply units, to ensure they will fit within the internal mounting space. The TQ1808-VE is designed for field-level distribution enclosures rather than large rack-based equipment, so it suits compact network components typically deployed at perimeter or distributed camera positions.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Product Name |
AXIS TQ1808-VE Surveillance Cabinet |
| Part Number |
02359-001 |
| Product Type |
Outdoor surveillance equipment cabinet |
| Construction Material |
Corrosion-resistant materials |
| Access Security |
Lockable front door |
| Cable Entry |
Cable entry glands for sealed, organised cabling |
| Intended Housed Equipment |
PoE switches, midspans, power supplies and related network components |
| Suitable Environment |
Outdoor and industrial locations |
| Brand |
AXIS Communications |
Ideal Use Cases
Perimeter Surveillance Posts
Mounting a PoE switch or midspan directly at a perimeter post using the TQ1808-VE allows cameras on nearby poles or fences to be powered and connected locally, reducing the need for long cable runs back to a central comms room.
Car Park and Facility Entrances
The lockable front door and weather-resistant build make this cabinet practical for housing network gear at car park entry points or boom gate infrastructure, where equipment is regularly exposed to outdoor conditions and must remain secure.
Industrial Sites and Yards
Corrosion-resistant construction supports long-term deployment in manufacturing yards, warehousing facilities and industrial compounds where airborne contaminants, humidity and temperature variation place demand on outdoor enclosures.
Remote Camera Cluster Installations
At remote monitoring locations where a group of cameras is deployed far from a central server room, the TQ1808-VE provides a protected local housing point for the networking hardware that supports that camera cluster.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this model if: You need a compact, lockable outdoor enclosure to house PoE switches, midspans or power supplies at a field-level camera site, particularly where weather exposure, physical tampering or cable management are ongoing concerns.
- Choose a different model if: Your installation requires a large rack-mount enclosure for full rack-unit equipment, or if the housing requirement is for an indoor comms room where environmental protection and lockable outdoor-rated construction are not priorities.
FAQs
- What equipment is the AXIS TQ1808-VE designed to house?
The TQ1808-VE is designed to house compact networking and power components used in surveillance installations, including PoE switches, midspans and power supplies. It is intended for field-level deployment at or near camera mounting locations rather than for housing full rack-unit servers or recording hardware.
- Is the TQ1808-VE suitable for permanent outdoor installation?
Yes. It is built from corrosion-resistant materials and features sealed cable entry glands to maintain environmental protection during long-term outdoor exposure. It is designed for use at building exteriors, perimeter posts, car parks and other exposed locations where surveillance equipment operates continuously.
- How do the cable entry glands work?
The cable glands provide a sealed entry point for power and data cables entering the cabinet. They allow cables to pass through the cabinet wall while maintaining the environmental seal, helping to prevent moisture ingress and keeping internal wiring organised and protected against the elements.
- Does the lockable door provide meaningful security at remote sites?
Yes. The lockable front door restricts physical access to the cabinet’s internal components, which is particularly useful at unmanned perimeter or remote locations where the risk of cable tampering, equipment disconnection or opportunistic theft is higher than at staffed indoor locations.
- Where can I access the official datasheet for the AXIS TQ1808-VE?
The official AXIS datasheet for the TQ1808-VE is available as a PDF download through Security Wholesalers on the product listing page. It provides detailed specifications and installation guidance direct from the manufacturer.
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