Product Overview
When a scratched or aged dome cover reduces the visual quality coming through an outdoor PTZ installation, the AXIS TQ6822-E Hard-Coated Dome Smoked provides a direct replacement solution for selected AXIS Q60-E PTZ cameras. This smoked dome cover is finished with a hard coating engineered to resist the kind of surface damage caused by abrasive cleaning tools, windblown dust, and sandstorm conditions common in exposed outdoor environments. Beyond scratch resistance, the smoked tint serves a practical operational purpose: it conceals the direction the camera is pointing, preventing subjects from tracking the lens orientation at a glance. Weighing 650 grams and measuring 385 x 405 x 75 mm, it is sized to fit the Q60-E mounting profile. Installers managing PTZ camera fleets in commercial, industrial, or high-exposure outdoor sites will find this a practical stock item for scheduled maintenance or unplanned dome replacement.
Key Capabilities
Hard-Coated Surface
The hard coating reduces surface scratching caused by dirty cleaning equipment, blowing sand, and windborne dust particles. In exposed outdoor PTZ installations, this extends the serviceable life of the dome cover and maintains clear optical transmission over time.
Smoked Tint for Discreet PTZ Orientation
The smoked finish hides the internal camera lens direction from casual observation. This is particularly useful in public-facing or sensitive monitoring environments where revealing the camera’s current aim point would compromise operational effectiveness.
Outdoor-Ready Construction
Designed for use in outdoor PTZ camera housings, this dome cover suits exposed installations subject to weather, UV exposure, and environmental debris. It is rated for the conditions AXIS Q60-E cameras are deployed in, making it a direct like-for-like replacement.
Purpose-Built Compatibility
This dome cover is designed specifically for selected AXIS Q60-E PTZ cameras, ensuring a correct fit without the risk of optical misalignment, housing gaps, or structural incompatibility that can occur when using non-manufacturer replacement parts.
Best For
- Replacement After Damage or Scratching: The hard-coated smoked dome is the correct Axis-manufactured replacement when an existing dome cover on a Q60-E PTZ camera has become scratched, cracked, or optically compromised from outdoor use.
- Switching from Clear to Smoked Finish: Sites that require discreet PTZ operation – where observers should not be able to determine which direction the camera is monitoring – can swap from the standard clear dome to this smoked variant.
- Fleet Maintenance Stock: Installers and security integrators managing multiple AXIS Q60-E PTZ deployments across commercial or industrial sites benefit from holding this as a stocked spare to reduce downtime during scheduled servicing or unplanned replacements.
Why Choose the AXIS TQ6822-E Hard-Coated Dome Smoked
The AXIS TQ6822-E Hard-Coated Dome Smoked (part number 03226-001) is the manufacturer-specified replacement dome for selected AXIS Q60-E PTZ cameras, which makes it the correct choice when dome integrity matters. Generic or aftermarket dome covers risk introducing optical distortion, IR interference, or housing fit issues that can degrade camera performance. This dome’s hard coating directly addresses one of the most common causes of premature dome failure in outdoor PTZ installations: surface scratching from cleaning tools and abrasive environmental particles. The smoked tint adds an operational layer of concealment that a standard clear dome cannot provide. For integrators sourcing Axis accessories through a local distributor, this product is available at Security Wholesalers as part of their Axis accessory range, supporting fast procurement without international freight delays.
Buyer Decision Tips
Clear vs. Smoked Dome: The standard spare dome supplied with AXIS Q60-E cameras is the clear variant (part number 03312-001). Choose this smoked dome (03226-001) only when concealing PTZ lens direction is a site requirement. If your installation does not require orientation concealment and you only need a scratch-resistant replacement, verify whether the clear hard-coated variant better suits your needs before ordering.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Brand |
Axis |
| Part Number |
03226-001 |
| Product Type |
Replacement smoked dome cover accessory |
| Dome Finish |
Smoked (tinted) |
| Surface Treatment |
Hard-coated for scratch resistance |
| Intended Use |
Outdoor PTZ camera dome replacement |
| Compatible With |
Selected AXIS Q60-E PTZ cameras |
| Weight |
650 g |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) |
385 x 405 x 75 mm |
| Country of Origin |
China |
| GTIN |
7331021091214 |
| Clear Dome Variant Part Number |
03312-001 |
Ideal Use Cases
Outdoor PTZ Maintenance
Exposed PTZ cameras in carparks, building perimeters, and industrial yards are prone to dome scratching over time. The hard coating on this replacement dome extends service intervals and restores optical clarity without replacing the entire camera unit.
High-Dust and Sandy Environments
Construction sites, quarries, and coastal installations are environments where airborne particles constantly abrade dome surfaces. The hard coating on this dome is specifically designed to resist the kind of micro-scratching caused by these conditions.
Sensitive Monitoring Environments
In retail, gaming, or public-space deployments where the PTZ aim point should remain undisclosed, the smoked tint conceals lens direction without alerting subjects to where the camera is currently focused – supporting more effective and undetected monitoring.
Multi-Site PTZ Deployments
Security integrators managing AXIS Q60-E installations across multiple commercial sites can hold part number 03226-001 as a stocked replacement item, enabling fast on-site dome swaps during scheduled maintenance visits or after accidental dome damage.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this model if: you need to replace a damaged or scratched dome on a compatible AXIS Q60-E PTZ camera and require a smoked finish to conceal camera orientation from subjects in the monitored area.
- Choose a different model if: you need a clear dome replacement rather than smoked – in that case, the correct Axis part number is 03312-001, which is the clear hard-coated dome variant for the same camera series.
FAQs
- What cameras is the AXIS TQ6822-E Hard-Coated Dome Smoked compatible with?
This dome cover is designed for selected AXIS Q60-E PTZ cameras. If you are unsure whether your specific Q60-E model is covered, check the Axis compatibility documentation for the TQ6822-E series or contact your Axis distributor to confirm before ordering.
- Why does the dome have a hard coating and what does it protect against?
The hard coating is applied to make the dome surface more resistant to scratching caused by dirty or abrasive cleaning tools, blowing sand, and windborne dust particles. In outdoor PTZ installations, domes are regularly cleaned and exposed to environmental debris, making surface degradation a common issue over time. The hard coating reduces how quickly that degradation occurs.
- What is the operational advantage of the smoked finish over a clear dome?
The smoked tint conceals the direction the PTZ camera’s lens is pointing. In a clear dome installation, observers in the monitored area can often see where the camera is aimed and adjust their behaviour accordingly. The smoked finish removes that visual cue, which is valuable in retail loss prevention, gaming floor monitoring, and public-space surveillance applications.
- What are the physical dimensions and weight of the AXIS TQ6822-E?
The dome cover measures 385 x 405 x 75 mm (L x W x H) and weighs 650 grams. These dimensions apply to the smoked variant with part number 03226-001. This accessory is supplied by Security Wholesalers as part of the Axis accessory range.
- What is the difference between part number 03226-001 and 03312-001?
Both are hard-coated dome covers for the AXIS TQ6822-E series. Part number 03226-001 is the smoked dome, which conceals PTZ lens orientation. Part number 03312-001 is the clear dome variant, which is also the standard spare part that ships with the camera. Choose based on whether lens orientation concealment is a requirement at your site.
Additional Information
AXIS 03226-001 Datasheet
