Product SKU: Hikvision DS-2XT6445G2-L-C08
Product Overview
The Hikvision 4MP Special Series DS-2XT6445G2-L/C08 High Temperature Camera is a purpose-built IP camera designed for continuous monitoring in high-temperature environments where standard cameras may not be suitable. It provides 4MP resolution, 2560 × 1440 maximum image output, 120dB WDR, white light illumination up to 10m, efficient H.265/H.264 video compression and a robust IP67-rated metallic housing. With semiconductor cooling technology for 24/7 operation in environments under 85°C and RS-485 support for access to up to 8-channel temperature and humidity sensor integration, it is ideal for industrial facilities, manufacturing plants, high-temperature workshops, processing areas, machinery zones, warehouses and specialist security applications.
Why Choose the Hikvision DS-2XT6445G2-L/C08
The Hikvision DS-2XT6445G2-L/C08 is ideal for demanding environments where heat, dust and lighting challenges make conventional surveillance difficult. Its semiconductor cooling design supports continuous operation in high-temperature areas, while the 4MP sensor provides clear video for monitoring people, equipment, production areas and operational activity. 120dB WDR helps improve visibility in high-contrast scenes, and white light up to 10m supports usable colour imaging in low-light areas. The RS-485 interface allows access to up to 8-channel temperature and humidity sensor integration, making it suitable for industrial monitoring projects where environmental awareness is important alongside video security.
Key Capabilities
High Temperature Operation
The DS-2XT6445G2-L/C08 supports semiconductor cooling technology for 24/7 operation in high-temperature environments below 85°C. This makes it suitable for industrial sites, process areas and specialist environments where ordinary CCTV cameras may struggle.
4MP High-Quality Imaging
The camera captures up to 2560 × 1440 resolution, helping provide clear detail for monitoring production areas, machinery zones, walkways, equipment spaces, storage areas and general site security.
120dB WDR for Strong Backlight
120dB WDR helps improve image visibility in scenes with strong backlight or high contrast, such as factory doors, roller shutters, furnaces, bright work areas and mixed indoor/outdoor lighting.
White Light up to 10m
Built-in white light supports supplemental illumination up to 10m, helping the camera maintain useful colour visibility in low-light industrial or indoor environments where additional light is needed.
Temperature and Humidity Sensor Access
The RS-485 interface supports access to up to 8-channel temperature and humidity sensor integration, helping users combine video surveillance with environmental monitoring in selected industrial applications.
Key Features
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4MP High-Resolution Video: The DS-2XT6445G2-L/C08 captures up to 2560 × 1440 resolution, providing detailed monitoring for industrial spaces, production lines, machinery areas and high-temperature environments.
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High Temperature Camera Design: Semiconductor cooling technology supports 24/7 working in high-temperature environments below 85°C, making the camera suitable for specialist industrial installations where standard cameras may not perform reliably.
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120dB Wide Dynamic Range: 120dB WDR helps maintain clearer imaging against strong backlight, supporting better visibility in mixed lighting conditions such as factory openings, bright work areas and shadowed processing zones.
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White Light Illumination: Built-in white light provides supplemental lighting up to 10m, helping support colour video capture in low-light areas where additional illumination is required.
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Temperature and Humidity Sensor Access: The RS-485 interface supports access to up to 8-channel temperature and humidity sensor integration, helping combine visual monitoring with environmental awareness.
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Efficient Video Compression: H.265 and H.264 compression support helps manage bandwidth and storage use while maintaining practical image quality for IP surveillance systems.
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IP67 Outdoor Protection: IP67 water and dust resistance helps protect the camera in demanding industrial and outdoor-style environments when correctly installed.
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Metallic Housing: The metallic housing provides a durable camera body suitable for challenging work areas, process environments and commercial security installations.
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Lens Options Available: The camera is available with 2.8mm and 4mm fixed lens options, allowing installers to choose either wider coverage or a narrower view depending on the application.
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Industrial Monitoring Applications: Designed for high-temperature environments, the camera is suitable for manufacturing, process supervision, warehouses, workshops and specialist monitoring areas.
Specifications Summary
| Feature |
Specification |
| Model |
DS-2XT6445G2-L/C08 |
| Product Type |
4MP High Temperature Network Camera |
| Series |
Hikvision Special Series |
| Camera Resolution |
4MP |
| Maximum Resolution |
2560 × 1440 |
| Image Sensor |
1/1.8″ Progressive Scan CMOS |
| Minimum Illumination |
Colour: 0.0005 lux @ F1.2, AGC on; 0 lux with light |
| Available Lens Options |
2.8mm and 4mm fixed lens options |
| 2.8mm Field of View |
Horizontal 114°, vertical 58°, diagonal 142.6° |
| 4mm Field of View |
Horizontal 91.1°, vertical 47.9°, diagonal 108.1° |
| Lens Mount |
M16 |
| Aperture |
F1.8 |
| White Light Range |
Up to 10m |
| Smart Supplement Light |
Supported |
| Wide Dynamic Range |
120dB WDR |
| Video Compression |
H.265 and H.264 support, with MJPEG on sub-stream |
| Main Stream Frame Rate |
50Hz: 25fps; 60Hz: 30fps at 2560 × 1440, 1920 × 1080 or 1280 × 720 |
| Third Stream |
Supported up to 10fps |
| Image Enhancements |
BLC, HLC, 3D DNR, Defog, ROI, privacy mask and image parameter switching |
| Network Interface |
RJ45 10/100M Ethernet |
| Communication Interface |
1 × RS-485 interface |
| Temperature and Humidity Sensor Access |
Access to up to 8-channel temperature and humidity sensor via RS-485 interface |
| Event Support |
Motion detection, video tampering alarm, exception and scene change detection |
| Power Supply |
12 VDC |
| Power Consumption |
18W maximum |
| Operating Environment |
Supports 24/7 operation in high-temperature environments below 85°C |
| Cooling Technology |
Semiconductor cooling technology |
| Weather Protection |
IP67 water and dust resistant |
| Housing Material |
Metallic |
| Dimensions |
90.2 × 138.3 × 90.5mm |
| Weight |
Approx. 1005g |
| Best Use |
High-temperature environments, industrial sites, manufacturing areas, process facilities, workshops, warehouses and specialist security monitoring |
Available Lens and DORI Options
- Available in 2.8mm lens – 114° horizontal field of view, 58° vertical field of view, 142.6° diagonal field of view
- Available in 4mm lens – 91.1° horizontal field of view, 47.9° vertical field of view, 108.1° diagonal field of view
- 2.8mm DORI range – detection 58.8m, observation 23.3m, recognition 11.8m, identification 5.9m
- 4mm DORI range – detection 69.7m, observation 27.6m, recognition 13.9m, identification 7.0m
- White light range – up to 10m for supplemental low-light colour imaging
High Temperature and Environmental Monitoring Notes
- Designed for 24/7 operation in high-temperature environments below 85°C.
- Semiconductor cooling technology supports reliable operation in heat-prone areas.
- RS-485 interface supports access to up to 8-channel temperature and humidity sensor integration.
- IP67 protection supports demanding water and dust exposure when installed correctly.
- Confirm site temperature, mounting position, ventilation, power design and sensor requirements before installation.
Ideal Use Cases
- Manufacturing Plants – Suitable for production lines, process rooms, heat-prone machinery zones and work areas where ordinary cameras may not tolerate the temperature conditions.
- High-Temperature Workshops – Useful for workshops, foundry-style environments, heated process spaces and industrial areas requiring continuous video monitoring under elevated temperature conditions.
- Industrial Warehouses – Practical for warehouses, storage areas and logistics zones where dust, heat, mixed lighting and operational activity require durable camera monitoring.
- Process Monitoring Areas – Ideal for facilities needing visual supervision of production processes, machinery activity and safety workflows alongside optional environmental sensor access.
- Outdoor and Harsh Environments – Suitable for demanding locations requiring IP67 water and dust resistance, robust metallic housing and reliable video performance in high-contrast scenes.
Understanding High Temperature Camera Use
The Hikvision DS-2XT6445G2-L/C08 is designed for environments where standard network cameras may fail due to elevated temperatures. Its semiconductor cooling technology supports continuous operation in high-temperature areas below 85°C, while the IP67 housing protects against water and dust exposure. The camera also includes RS-485 support for connection to temperature and humidity sensors, allowing compatible systems to combine video monitoring with environmental data. For best results, the camera should be installed with careful attention to heat exposure, airflow, cable routing, power supply and sensor integration requirements.
| Camera Function |
What It Provides |
Best For |
| High Temperature Operation |
24/7 operation in environments below 85°C using semiconductor cooling |
Factories, workshops, heat-prone process spaces and industrial facilities |
| 4MP Video Monitoring |
Detailed 2560 × 1440 image capture |
Production monitoring, site security, machinery areas and operational review |
| RS-485 Sensor Access |
Access to up to 8-channel temperature and humidity sensor integration |
Environmental monitoring, process areas and heat-sensitive industrial applications |
| IP67 Housing |
Water and dust resistant outdoor-style protection |
Dusty, damp, industrial and demanding installation environments |
Tip:
Use the Hikvision DS-2XT6445G2-L/C08 where elevated site temperature makes a standard CCTV camera unsuitable. Confirm actual ambient temperature, heat sources, mounting clearance, sensor integration, lens selection, white light requirements, 12VDC power supply and NVR/VMS compatibility before installation.
FAQs
- What is the Hikvision DS-2XT6445G2-L/C08 used for?
The DS-2XT6445G2-L/C08 is used for video surveillance in high-temperature environments where standard cameras may not be suitable. It is designed for industrial sites, manufacturing areas, heat-prone workshops, process monitoring zones, warehouses and specialist monitoring locations requiring continuous operation under elevated temperatures.
- What resolution does this camera provide?
The camera provides 4MP resolution with a maximum image size of 2560 × 1440. This supports detailed video monitoring for operational supervision, site security, safety review and industrial process visibility.
- How does the camera handle high temperatures?
The DS-2XT6445G2-L/C08 supports semiconductor cooling technology for 24/7 operation in high-temperature environments below 85°C. Installation should still be checked carefully against actual site temperature, heat sources, airflow and mounting position.
- Does this camera support temperature and humidity sensors?
Yes, the camera includes an RS-485 interface that supports access to up to 8-channel temperature and humidity sensor integration. This can help combine environmental monitoring with video surveillance in suitable industrial deployments.
- Does the camera have night illumination?
Yes, the camera supports white light with a supplement range of up to 10m. This helps provide illumination for colour video capture in low-light environments, such as workshops, process rooms and industrial spaces.
- What lens options are available?
The DS-2XT6445G2-L/C08 is available with 2.8mm and 4mm fixed lens options. The 2.8mm lens provides a wider 114° horizontal field of view, while the 4mm lens provides a narrower 91.1° horizontal field of view.
- Is the DS-2XT6445G2-L/C08 suitable for outdoor use?
Yes, the camera is IP67 rated for water and dust resistance when correctly installed. This makes it suitable for demanding outdoor-style and industrial environments, provided power, cabling and mounting are suitable for the site.
- What should be checked before installation?
Before installation, confirm ambient temperature, heat-source proximity, lens option, mounting clearance, airflow, 12VDC power supply, RS-485 sensor requirements, white light suitability, cable protection and compatibility with the recording or video management system.
Additional Information
DS-2XT6445G2-L_C08_Datasheet_20240816
