SDM - Tips for Selecting Cables for Video Surveillance and Access Control

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SDM - Tips for Selecting Cables for Video Surveillance and Access Control

November 1, 2004

In almost all corners of our society today, heightened security has become a part of daily life. All over the nation – in airports, banks, sports stadiums, casinos, theme parks, retail establishments, hotels, hospitals, government and commercial buildings, and even in some urban centers – millions of fixed and moving video surveillance cameras are constantly surveying the scene to recognize crime and ensure the safety and security of people and assets. In similar fashion, increasingly sophisticated access control systems are being deployed by private, public and government organizations to limit access to secure areas.
Driving the growth of video surveillance and access control system installations – in addition to increased security concerns – are the technologies that have improved security systems to the point where they are affordable, reliable and cost-effective.

According to industry analysts, digital video and off-the-shelf software are spurring rapid adoption of integrated and networked security systems with remote monitoring. On the access control side, the use of biometrics such as digital fingerprints, hand or retinal scans, and “smart cards” are also becoming mainstream.

Whether you select coaxial, coaxial/twisted pair composites, or unshielded multi-conductor electronic cables to support your security installations, it is critical to ensure that the cables you specify are designed for the task required. Be sure to verify with the cable manufacturer that the cables specified are UL-listed and meet all requisite industry standards, such as those published by the National Electric Code (NEC) and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).

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