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Compact black power adapter with long cord and 2.1mm jack

VideoSecu

VideoSecu PW12500N-A1 12V 500mA Surveillance Accessory

SKU CH-VDJW-J5M76

Regulated 12 V DC 500 mA switching adapter with 2.1 mm centre-positive jack, universal 100–240 V AC input and overload protection for security cameras

  • Product typePower Supply
  • Details•Input: AC 100 V-240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.5A •Output: DC 12 V 500
  • Key features•Compact size, high quality, switch mode regulated power sup
  • In the box(1) Power Supply
  • Powers most 12V security cameras with regulated 12V 500mA output
  • Works worldwide on 100V-240V AC input at 50/60Hz
  • Protected against overload and short circuit for safe operation
  • UL approved quality meets recognised safety standards
  • Long cord with 2.1mm centre positive jack eases installation

Compact 12V 500mA camera power supply

This regulated switching adapter delivers 12 volts at 500 milliamps from a 100 to 240 volt AC input. It is built for most 12V security cameras and similar low-power devices. The 2.1 mm centre-positive jack fits many standard camera leads. UL approval confirms it meets recognised safety requirements.

Low heat and silent operation

Switch-mode regulation keeps the unit cool during continuous use with minimal power draw. Overload and short-circuit protection shut the output down safely if a camera faults. The lightweight enclosure adds no audible noise to the installation. International voltage compatibility means it runs on 50 or 60 hertz mains worldwide.

Ready-to-use with long lead

The supply ships with a lengthy attached cord so cameras can be positioned away from the mains socket. No extra cables or configuration software are included in the box. Builders needing higher current for PTZ units or multi-camera runs will need a larger supply. Installers requiring screw-terminal outputs or DIN-rail mounting should look elsewhere.

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Price $4.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameVideoSecu
Model namePW12500N-A1
Product typePower Supply
In the box
In the box(1) Power Supply

Questions about this item

How do I connect the 2.1 mm centre-positive jack to my camera, and what step do people often miss?

Plug the jack firmly into the camera’s power port until it clicks, then plug the adapter into a 100 V-240 V AC outlet; the step often missed is verifying the camera requires 12 V DC at 500 mA or less before powering on.

What maintenance or replacement will this power supply need over time?

No routine maintenance is required; if the unit fails or the cord is damaged, replace the entire adapter with another 12 V 500 mA regulated supply.

What limit appears first when the adapter runs continuously at full load?

The 500 mA output current limit is reached first; drawing more will trigger the built-in overload and short-circuit protection.

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