Key Features
- Genuine Hikvision accessory – designed for use with compatible Hikvision CCTV cameras.
- Neater installation – helps hide and organise camera cable connections.
- Aluminium alloy construction – strong, durable and suitable for CCTV installations.
- Indoor and outdoor use – suitable for a wide range of installation environments.
- Hikvision white finish – matches many Hikvision white turret camera housings.
- Surface-mount friendly – ideal where cabling cannot be recessed into the wall or ceiling.
- Professional finish – provides a cleaner result than leaving cable joins exposed behind the camera.
Ideal Applications
- Wall-mounted CCTV camera installations
- Outdoor camera installations where cable joins need protection
- Surface-mounted conduit installations
- Retrofit CCTV upgrades using existing cable paths
- Installations where there is no wall or ceiling cavity available
- Residential, commercial and industrial camera mounting
Why Use a Junction Box?
A junction box is often a small but important part of a professional CCTV installation. Many cameras have cable tails or plug connections that need to be housed somewhere safely. If these connections are left exposed, they may be more vulnerable to weather, tampering or general wear.
The DS-1280ZJ-TR13 gives installers a suitable mounting base for compatible Hikvision cameras while allowing the cable connection to sit inside the box. This helps create a cleaner, safer and more reliable installation.
Technical Specifications
| Model |
DS-1280ZJ-TR13 |
| Product Type |
Junction Box |
| Appearance |
Hikvision White |
| Material |
Aluminium Alloy |
| Dimensions |
Φ110mm × 144.3mm × 48mm |
| Weight |
Approx. 187g |
| Application |
Indoor and outdoor camera mounting |
Installation Notes
- Check camera compatibility before ordering, as Hikvision junction boxes are model-specific.
- Use suitable fixings for the wall, ceiling or mounting surface.
- For outdoor installations, ensure cable entries are sealed correctly to reduce water ingress risk.
- This junction box is an accessory only and does not include a camera.
- Always confirm that the camera base aligns correctly with the mounting holes before installation.
Common Use Case
The DS-1280ZJ-TR13 is typically used when installing a compatible Hikvision turret camera onto a solid wall, brick wall, concrete surface or external mounting point where the cable cannot be hidden behind the surface. The junction box provides room to house the cable tail and gives the camera a clean mounting base.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the DS-1280ZJ-TR13 used for?
It is used as a mounting junction box for compatible Hikvision cameras. It helps conceal and protect the cable connections behind the camera.
Is this a camera?
No. The DS-1280ZJ-TR13 is a junction box accessory only. The camera is sold separately.
Can this be used outdoors?
Yes. Hikvision lists this junction box as suitable for both indoor and outdoor conditions. Outdoor installations should still be sealed and installed correctly.
What material is it made from?
It is made from aluminium alloy with a Hikvision white finish.
What are the dimensions?
The DS-1280ZJ-TR13 measures approximately Φ110mm × 144.3mm × 48mm.
Will this fit all Hikvision cameras?
No. Hikvision brackets and junction boxes are camera-specific. Always check compatibility with your camera model before ordering.
Why do I need a junction box?
A junction box is recommended when cable joins or camera tails cannot be hidden inside the wall or ceiling. It gives the installation a cleaner appearance and helps protect the connections.
Does it come with the camera?
No. This listing is for the junction box only unless otherwise stated.
Specs used from Hikvision’s DS-1280ZJ-TR13 product page and datasheet references, including aluminium alloy material, Hikvision white finish, indoor/outdoor application, dimensions and listed weight.
