AXIS Q1800-LE-3 Licence Plate Verifier Kit | 2 MP LPR Camera – High-Speed, Long-Range‍‌‌‌‌​​‌‌​‌‌​‌​‌​​‍

Product SKU: Q1800-LE-3

Product Overview

Traffic monitoring at toll stations, logistics gates, and perimeter entry points demands more than standard surveillance footage. The AXIS Q1800-LE-3 Licence Plate Verifier Kit is a ready-to-deploy LPR solution built for high-speed vehicle identification at distances up to 100 metres. Featuring a 7-137mm varifocal lens with remote zoom and focus, this 2MP camera delivers 1920×1080 resolution across a precise capture zone suited to single-lane monitoring. AXIS License Plate Verifier comes preinstalled on the camera, enabling edge-based plate detection and verification without requiring a dedicated server or additional processing hardware. Built with OptimizedIR and Lightfinder 2.0, it captures clear plate images around the clock, while Forensic WDR handles scenes with mixed lighting such as headlights against dark backgrounds. Electronic image stabilisation reduces motion blur at the point of capture. Rated IP66 and IK10, the housing is built for exposed outdoor mounting across an operating temperature range of -40°C to +60°C.

Key Capabilities

Best For

• Toll Roads and Traffic Monitoring: Reads plates at up to 200km/h across a single lane, making it suited to high-speed traffic flows where conventional cameras cannot keep pace.
• Automated Gate and Barrier Control: Edge-based verification allows the camera to trigger relay outputs or integrate with access control systems to open barriers for whitelisted plates without manual intervention.
• Logistics and Freight Facilities: Long-range capture up to 100 metres and a 20x varifocal lens support monitoring of wide yard entrances, loading dock approaches, and truck lanes from a single mounting point.
• Law Enforcement and Smart City Applications: Preinstalled AXIS License Plate Verifier supports on-camera plate search and event logging suitable for enforcement workflows and city-wide vehicle monitoring programmes.
• Exposed Outdoor Installations in Harsh Conditions: IP66, IK10, and a -40°C to +60°C operating range allow deployment at roadside poles, perimeter fences, and industrial entry points with no supplementary weatherproofing required.

Why Choose the AXIS Q1800-LE-3

The Q1800-LE-3 is a purpose-built LPR kit rather than a general-purpose camera adapted for plate reading. The preinstalled AXIS License Plate Verifier runs at the edge, removing the need for a dedicated server and reducing the complexity of multi-site deployments. The 7-137mm varifocal lens with 20x optical zoom and remote adjustment makes setup practical for long-distance lane framing, and electronic image stabilisation addresses the vibration that commonly affects roadside installations. Unlike fixed-lens or standard varifocal cameras used in ad hoc LPR roles, this kit is calibrated for vehicle speeds up to 200km/h and capture distances up to 100 metres, with Forensic WDR and Lightfinder 2.0 specifically supporting the contrast and low-light demands of plate capture. Available at Security Wholesalers, the Q1800-LE-3 is stocked for integrators and installers who need a verifiable, ready-to-commission LPR solution without custom hardware builds.

Buyer Decision Tips

Key Features & Technical Specifications

Ideal Use Cases

Choosing the Right Model

• Choose this model if: You need a single-lane LPR solution capable of reading plates at speeds up to 200km/h and distances up to 100m, with edge-based verification already preinstalled and a rugged outdoor housing rated IP66 and IK10 for exposed mounting positions.
• Choose a different model if: Your application requires simultaneous multi-lane plate capture from a single unit – this kit is optimised for one lane per camera, so multi-lane entry points will need 1 unit per lane. If your site only requires slow-speed parking lot plate capture at short range, a lower-cost fixed-lens LPR camera without the 20x varifocal lens may be more cost-effective.
• Choose a different model if: Your primary requirement is general area surveillance rather than dedicated plate capture. The 7-137mm telephoto lens is purpose-built for long-range narrow-field LPR and is not suited to wide-angle scene coverage.

FAQs

1. What does the AXIS Q1800-LE-3 kit include?
   The kit includes a 2MP long-range camera with a 7-137mm varifocal lens, built-in OptimizedIR illumination, electronic image stabilisation, and the AXIS License Plate Verifier application preinstalled on the camera. The housing is IP66 and IK10 rated for outdoor deployment.
2. Does the camera need a separate server to process licence plates?
   No. AXIS License Plate Verifier runs directly on the camera using edge-based processing. Plate detection, verification, and event logging all occur on the device itself. You can optionally integrate results into a VMS or access control platform, but no dedicated processing server is required for basic operation.
3. How far away can it accurately read a licence plate?
   The camera supports daytime plate capture at distances up to 100 metres. The 20x optical zoom with remote focus adjustment allows the installer to precisely calibrate the capture zone for the specific lane distance at each site. For best results, plates should occupy at least 10-15% of the frame width at the point of capture.
4. Can it read plates at night or in low light?
   Yes. Built-in OptimizedIR illumination and Lightfinder 2.0 support plate capture in low-light and night-time conditions. Forensic WDR manages high-contrast lighting scenarios such as vehicle headlights against dark surroundings, which is a common challenge at roadside and gate installations.
5. How many lanes can one camera cover?
   The Q1800-LE-3 is optimised for single-lane coverage per unit. The narrow telephoto field of view at long range is intentional for LPR accuracy. For multi-lane entry points, deploy 1 camera per lane to maintain plate readability across the full capture zone.
6. Can it trigger a barrier gate or alarm automatically?
   Yes. The AXIS License Plate Verifier supports relay output triggering and VMS integration. When a plate matches a whitelist, the camera can send a signal to open a boom gate or barrier. Unknown or blacklisted plates can trigger operator alerts or access denial events, depending on the configuration.
7. What power options does the Q1800-LE-3 support, and is it available through Security Wholesalers?
   The camera accepts Power over Ethernet (PoE) or 10-28V DC external power, giving flexibility for both network switch-based and standalone DC installations. It is available through Security Wholesalers for integrators and installers requiring a ready-to-commission LPR kit with confirmed long-range and high-speed capability.

Additional Information

• Datasheet – AXIS Q1800-LE-3 Licence Plate Verifier Kit