Product Description
What this balun is for
A passive video balun converts coax-style CCTV signal onto Cat5e or Cat6 twisted-pair cable, letting installers run structured cabling instead of coax on a job. This unit adds Power over Coax (PoC) support, so a PoC-compatible camera can be powered down the same cable run that carries its video, cutting the separate power cabling needed on a first fix.
Where it fits in a deployment
Baluns of this type are used in pairs — one at the camera, one at the DVR — so plan for two per camera run. Typical uses include retrofits where Cat5e/Cat6 is already in the walls, new-build structured cabling installs, and multi-camera jobs across offices, retail units, warehouses or residential blocks where coax runs would be impractical.
Key specs
- Passive design — no external power required for the balun itself
- Supports HD-TVI, AHD, CVI and CVBS video formats
- Rated for cameras up to 8MP (4K) resolution
- BNC connectors for camera/DVR-side connection
- Screw terminal block for the twisted-pair side — no crimping tools needed
- Designed for Cat5e or Cat6 cable
Selection notes
Check that your camera's output format (HD-TVI, AHD, CVI or CVBS) and PoC support match this balun, and that the DVR end is fitted with a matching unit to complete the run.
Specifications
- Resolution
- 8MP
- Colour
- Black
- Connector Type
- BNC
Frequently Asked Questions
What video formats does this balun support?
It supports HD-TVI, AHD, CVI and CVBS analogue video formats.
What resolution cameras can it handle?
It is compatible with cameras up to 8MP (4K) resolution.
Does it need its own power supply?
No — it's a passive balun, so it requires no external power itself; PoC support lets it pass power to a compatible camera over the same cable.
What cable should I use with it?
It's built for Cat5e or Cat6 twisted-pair cable and hooks up through the screw terminal block.
