As camera technology evolves, so do the challenges for integrators. Today, most IP security cameras are POE-only, which means they must draw both power and data through Ethernet. While POE simplifies wiring, it also comes with a limitation: Ethernet runs are only reliable up to about 300 feet. That means somewhere along the way, integrators need to install POE injectors, switches, or mid-span modules to keep cameras powered.

This creates a new problem. Those modules have to live in a weatherproof cabinet or enclosure near the camera. And if the project is running wireless point-to-point radios or 5G uplinks, even more cabinets are required. Each new box adds mounts, conduit, labor, and clutter to the installation—making the system more confusing and harder to troubleshoot later.

Dotworkz solves this issue with its line of POE-ready camera housings, including the D2, D3, S-Type™, and STXL. By integrating POE modules, radios, and even uplinks inside the same enclosure as the camera, Dotworkz housings turn a multi-box headache into a single, streamlined solution.

The Traditional Way: Extra Cabinets, Extra Labor,  Buy More …

In a conventional POE install, integrators often need:

•A separate NEMA box to house the POE injector.

•Another cabinet or weatherproof box to mount a wireless point-to-point radio.

•Mounting hardware for each cabinet.

•Multiple conduit runs between each enclosure.

Every box adds cost, labor, and potential failure points. It also creates clutter on walls, poles, or rooftops, making the site harder to manage. Down the road, service teams spend more time tracing cables and troubleshooting.

The Dotworkz Way: One Housing, One Solution

With Dotworkz POE-ready housings, the POE injector, wireless radio, and even a 5G uplink module can be installed inside the same housing as the camera. This approach delivers:

•Labor savings – fewer enclosures, mounts, and conduit runs.

•Lower cost – reduced need for external cabinets and hardware.

•Cleaner installs – less clutter on rooftops, poles, and parapets.

•Simpler service – everything is consolidated in one protected housing.

•Future-proofing – extra internal space supports AI processors, storage, or radios down the line.

Each Dotworkz housing is rated IP66 or IP68 for dust and water ingress, and IK10 for impact resistance, ensuring not just convenience but long-term reliability.

POE-Ready Housing Options

D2 Housing – Compact yet rugged. Ideal for PTZ cameras from Axis, Hanwha, Sony, BirdDog, and more. Adding a POE injector inside turns the D2 into a true one-box install.

D3 Housing – Larger than the D2, perfect for multi-sensor cameras and extra electronics. Provides room for POE gear, radios, or local NVRs.

S-Type™ Housing – Streamlined housing for fixed or thermal cameras. With POE injectors installed inside, integrators avoid separate power cabinets.

STXL Housing – Oversized for large thermal, AI, or broadcast systems. Supports POE injectors, edge PCs, 5G uplinks, and storage inside one rugged, fully sealed body.

Built-In Specialty Features

Dotworkz housings don’t just make POE integration easier—they also extend system life with specialty options:

•CoolDome™ active cooling to prevent heat-related shutdowns.

•De-icing and heating modules for cold-weather deployments.

•Impact resistance to handle vandalism, debris, or harsh environments.

•Room for uplinks – 5G or wireless radios can live inside with the camera.

Smarter Mounting = Faster Installs

Installation costs are as much about labor as equipment. Dotworkz reduces both with smarter mounting solutions:

•Z-Bracket – A clamp-on parapet and rooftop mount that installs without drilling.

•Magic Box – A compact structural hub that pairs with housings, eliminating the need for bulky junction boxes.

When paired with POE-ready housings, these mounting solutions turn complex installs into fast, safe deployments.

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Real-World Applications

•Smart Cities – POE-ready D2 housings eliminate extra cabinets on traffic poles, keeping sidewalks clear.

•Airports – STXL housings integrate cameras, POE injectors, and 5G radios into one rugged box.

•Stadiums – D3 housings with POE power multi-sensor cameras and reduce cable clutter across seating areas.

•Industrial Plants – S-Type housings simplify installs for thermal and AI cameras by consolidating power and uplinks.

•Mobile & Marine – Housings with POE and radios allow temporary or mobile deployments without external cabinets.

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Why Integrators Choose Dotworkz

1.Modern POE-ready design – accommodates today’s POE-only cameras and their 300-foot limitations.

2.One-box installs – camera, POE module, and uplink all live in the same housing.

3.Reduced clutter – fewer cabinets, pole mounts, arms, and wires to manage.

4.Labor savings – faster installs with less specialized manpower.

5.Flexibility – room for radios, AI processors, and 5G uplinks inside.

6.Made in the USA – trusted by integrators for over 27 years.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why can’t I just mount the POE injector in a separate box?

A: You can—but that adds cost, space, and complexity. Dotworkz housings eliminate the extra cabinet costs and simplify service.

Q: Can the housings support wireless radios or 5G uplinks?

A: Yes. The extra space allows point-to-point radios or cellular uplinks to be integrated alongside the camera.

Q: Will heat or cold affect the injector inside the housing?

A: No. With Dotworkz CoolDome™ cooling and heater/de-icer options, both cameras and POE modules remain protected in extreme environments.

Q: Do all camera brands work with these housings?

A: Yes. Dotworkz housings are compatible with Axis, Hanwha, Sony, BirdDog, Panasonic, Bosch, BZB Gear, DataVideo, and more.

Q: What’s the main advantage for integrators?

A: Reduced labor, fewer parts, and simpler troubleshooting. Instead of chasing multiple cabinets, everything is in one rugged, IP-rated housing.

With more cameras going POE-only, integrators face new challenges: short Ethernet runs, the need for POE injectors, and added complexity when adding wireless or 5G uplinks. Too often, that means more cabinets, more mounts, and more headaches.

The smarter alternative is the Dotworkz POE-ready family of housings—the D2, D3, S-Type™, and STXL. These rugged enclosures consolidate the camera, POE module, and uplink into one IP-rated housing. The result? Lower costs, faster installs, cleaner sites, and simpler service.

For smart cities, stadiums, airports, industrial plants, or mobile deployments, Dotworkz housings aren’t just enclosures—they’re complete one-box solutions for the POE-driven camera era.