Dahua TPC-KF2241-T Thermal Network Hybrid Compact Camera
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Dahua TPC-KF2241-T Thermal Network Hybrid Compact Camera
SKU: TPC-KF2241-T
Description
Compact hybrid thermal and visible camera for precise temperature measurement and early fire warning in industrial and electrical environments.
- Uncooled VOx thermal detector, 256 x 192, sensitivity below 40mK
- Temperature measurement -20C to +550C, accuracy to plus or minus 2C
- 1/2.8" 4MP visible CMOS with built-in white light
- 12 spot, line and area measurement rules; 18 thermal palettes
- Cold and hot spot trace with threshold alarms
- Compact body with magnetic mount for cabinets
- IP67; 6kV surge, 15kV air and 8kV contact protection
- 12V DC, PoE (802.3af) or ePoE
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- Tracked delivery on every order. The tracking number is emailed as soon as it ships.
- Metro delivery: 2–4 business days. Regional areas may take longer. Free standard shipping over $300, flat $25 under.
- 3-year warranty on cameras and recorders, back-to-base, plus your Australian Consumer Law rights.
- 30-day returns on unopened items. Faulty on arrival? We cover return shipping.
- Genuine Australian stock. Never grey imports. Prices include GST.
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All cameras, NVRs and DVRs come with a 3-year back-to-base manufacturer warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship, in addition to your rights under Australian Consumer Law. Hard drives and accessories are covered as set out in our Warranty Policy.
Standard shipping is free on all orders over $300 AUD, Australia-wide. Orders under $300 ship at a flat rate of $25, calculated at checkout. Tracking is included on every order.
You have 30 days from the day you receive your order to request a change-of-mind return. Items must be unopened, factory-sealed and in resalable condition. A 15% restocking fee applies and return postage is at your cost. Faulty or incorrectly supplied items are different: we cover the return shipping and refund or replace at no charge. Read the full Return & Refund Policy.
Metro delivery usually takes 2–4 business days after dispatch, and regional areas may take longer. You'll receive a tracking number by email as soon as your order leaves the warehouse.
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01Overview
What the TPC-KF2241-T is
The Dahua DH-TPC-KF2241-T is a compact hybrid thermal camera built for accurate temperature measurement rather than general surveillance. An uncooled VOx thermal detector (256 x 192, sensitivity below 40mK) measures from -20C to +550C with accuracy to plus or minus 2C, while a 1/2.8-inch 4MP visible sensor with built-in white light provides a conventional picture for context.
Up to 12 spot, line and area rules and threshold alarms let it watch for overheating, and cold and hot spot trace highlights the hottest and coldest points in the scene. The small body and magnetic mount fit directly onto power distribution cabinets, switchgear and server racks, and an IP67 rating with strong surge and static protection suits harsh industrial settings. This is a special-order item with a 6 to 10 week lead time.
See it in action
What the TPC-KF2241-T features actually look like
Representative illustrations of how each key feature performs in a real scene.
4MP Ultra HD
4MP captures roughly twice the detail of standard 1080p.
Full Color Night Vision
Unlike plain black-and-white night vision, this camera can capture colour after dark — so you can pick out the actual colour of a car, a jacket or a bag, detail that grey infrared footage loses.
IP67 Weatherproof
Sealed against dust and water to IP67, built to keep working through rain, storms and harsh sun — suitable for fully outdoor mounting.
Strobe Light
On detecting activity, the camera can trigger a bright flashing strobe to make an intruder aware they've been spotted — a visible warning rather than silent recording.
Illustrative — simulated for demonstration
02Engineering
TPC-KF2241-T specifications
- Thermal imaging: uncooled VOx detector, 256 x 192, 12 micron pitch, sensitivity below 40mK for fine temperature detail
- Temperature measurement: -20C to +550C across low and high modes, accuracy to plus or minus 2C for early overheat warning
- Measurement rules: up to 12 spot, line and area rules at once, with threshold alarms when a limit is exceeded
- Visible imaging: 1/2.8" 4MP CMOS, 2336 x 1752, with built-in white light for a clear picture alongside the thermal view
- Thermal tools: 18 selectable palettes, image fusion modes and cold and hot spot trace to highlight extremes
- Compact and quick to fit: small body with an included magnetic mount for cabinets and metal surfaces
- Durability: IP67 rating with 6kV surge, 15kV air and 8kV contact discharge protection for industrial sites
- Power: 12V DC, PoE (802.3af) or ePoE, with ePoE supporting longer cable runs; microSD storage supported
- Temperature measurement: -20C to +550C across low and high modes, accuracy to plus or minus 2C for early overheat warning
- Measurement rules: up to 12 spot, line and area rules at once, with threshold alarms when a limit is exceeded
- Visible imaging: 1/2.8" 4MP CMOS, 2336 x 1752, with built-in white light for a clear picture alongside the thermal view
- Thermal tools: 18 selectable palettes, image fusion modes and cold and hot spot trace to highlight extremes
- Compact and quick to fit: small body with an included magnetic mount for cabinets and metal surfaces
- Durability: IP67 rating with 6kV surge, 15kV air and 8kV contact discharge protection for industrial sites
- Power: 12V DC, PoE (802.3af) or ePoE, with ePoE supporting longer cable runs; microSD storage supported
03Full datasheet
Detailed specifications
Camera & Image
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Detector Type | Vanadium oxide uncooled focal plane detector |
| Effective Pixels | 256 (H) × 192 (V) |
| Pixel Pitch | 12 μm |
| Spectral Range | 8 μm–14 μm |
| Sensitivity (NETD) | ≤40 mK@f/1.0 |
| Digital Detail Enhancement (DDE) | Yes |
| Thermal AGC | Auto; manual |
| Thermal Noise Reduction | 2D NR; 3D NR |
| Thermal Image Flip | Mirror/180° |
| Color Palettes | 18 (white hot/black hot/fusion/rainbow/golden autumn/midday/iron red/amber/jade/sunset/icefire/painting/pomegranate/emerald /spring/summer/autumn/winter) |
| Temperature Measurement Range | Low temperature mode: –20 °C to +150 °C (–4 °F to +302 °F) | High temperature mode: 0 °C to +550 °C (+32 °F to +1022 °F) | Auto mode |
| Temperature Measurement Accuracy | Max. (±2 °C, ±2%) | Operating temperature: –20 °C to +50 °C (–4 °F to +122 °F) |
| Temperature Measurement Mode | Spot: 12 | Line: 12 | Area: 12 | Supports 12 rules simultaneously |
| Image Sensor | 1/2.8" CMOS |
| Max. Resolution | 2336 (H) × 1752 (V) |
| Pixel | 4 MP |
| Horizontal Definition | Center ≥150 TVL; Edge ≥100 TVL |
| Min. Illumination | Color: 0.01 lux; B/W: 0.001 lux; 0 lux (white light on) |
| Visible AGC | Auto; manual |
| Visible Noise Reduction | 2D NR; 3D NR |
| S/N Ratio | >55 dB |
| White Balance | Auto; manual; indoor; outdoor; tracking; sodium lamp; street lamp; natural |
| Electronic Shutter Speed | 1 s–1/30,000 s (auto/manual) |
| BLC | Yes |
| WDR | Yes |
| HLC | Yes |
| Day/Night | Color; B/W |
| Image Flip | 180° |
| Exposure Compensation | Yes |
| Region of Interest (RoI) | Yes (customizable) |
| Regional Focus | Yes |
Lens & Distance
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Thermal Focal Length | 2 mm |
| Thermal Field of View | H: 84.8°; V: 61° |
| Thermal Focus Control | Fixed-focal |
| Thermal Close Focus Distance | 0.2 m (0.65 ft) |
| Thermal Aperture | F1.0 |
| Focal Length | 2 mm |
| Field of View | H: 93.4°; V: 69.53° |
| Close Focus Distance | 0.2 m (0.66 ft) |
| Optical Zoom | Fixed |
| Aperture | F2.0 |
| Iris Control | Auto |
| Digital Zoom | Yes |
Night Vision
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Illuminator On/Off Control | Auto; manual |
| Illumination Distance | 4 m (13.1 ft) |
Video
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Video Compression | H.265; H.264M; H.264H; H.264B; M-JPEG |
| Resolution | Thermal — Main stream: 1280 × 960; 1280 × 768; 640 × 480; 256 × 192; 1280 × 960 (default); Sub stream: 640 × 480; 256 × 192; 256 × 192 (default) | Visible — Main stream: 2336 × 1752; 1080p (1920 × 1080); 720p (1280 × 720); D1 (704 × 576); 2336 × 1752 (default); Sub stream: D1 (704 × 576); CIF (352 × 288); 352 × 288 (default) |
| Video Frame Rate | Thermal (50 Hz & 60 Hz) — Main stream: 1 fps–25 fps, 25 fps by default; Sub stream: 1 fps–25 fps, 15 fps by default | Visible (50 Hz & 60 Hz) — Main stream: 1 fps–25 fps, 25 fps by default; Sub stream: 1 fps–25 fps, 15 fps by default |
| Image Encoding Format | JPEG |
Audio
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Audio Compression | G.711a; G.711mu; PCM |
AI & Deep Learning
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Cold/Hot Spot Trace | Yes |
| Fusion Mode | Warm color; cold color; fuse with iron oxide red |
| PIP | Yes |
Network & Storage
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Network Protocol | HTTP; HTTPS; TCP; ARP; RTSP; RTP; UDP; RTCP; SMTP; FTP; IPv4/v6; NTP; Multicast; SFTP |
| Interoperability | CGI |
| Browser | IE: IE 8 and later; Chrome: 42 and earlier; Firefox: 42 and earlier |
| User/Host | Up to 6 (total bandwidth: 64 MB) |
| Security | Authorized username and password; attached MAC address; encrypted HTTPS; IEEE 802.1x; controlled network access |
| User Management | Up to 6 users; supports multi-level user permissions (2 levels): management group and user group |
Event & Alarm
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Sound and Light Alarm | White light alarm prompts |
| Malfunction Detection | Network disconnection detection; IP conflict detection |
Interface
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Network Port | 1 × RJ-45 (10/100 Base-T) |
| Alarm Input | 1 |
| Alarm Output | 1 |
| RS-485 | 1 |
General & Environment
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 12 VDC ± 20%; PoE (802.3af); ePoE |
| Power Consumption | Basic: 3 W (12 VDC) | Max: 5 W (white light on, adapter excluded) |
| ePoE | Yes |
| Operating Temperature | –20 °C to +50 °C (–4 °F to +122 °F) |
| Operating Humidity | ≤95% |
| Storage Temperature | –30 °C to +60 °C (–22 °F to +140 °F) |
| Protection | IP67 |
| Reliability | Surge protection: 6 kV; Air discharge: 15 kV; Contact discharge: 8 kV |
| Product Dimensions | 113.6 mm × 62.0 mm × 39.0 mm (4.47" × 2.44" × 1.53") (L × W × H) |
| Packaging Dimensions | Protection box: 239 mm × 110 mm × 71 mm (9.41" × 4.33" × 2.80") (W × L × H) |
| Net Weight | ≤0.5 kg (1.10 lb) |
| Gross Weight | ≤1.0 kg (2.20 lb) |
| Lens | Included |
| Bracket | Included: Magnetic mount: RKN010-02 | Optional: Wall mount: PFB110W, 816W2 |
| Camera & Image — Detector Type | Vanadium oxide uncooled focal plane detector |
|---|---|
| Camera & Image — Effective Pixels | 256 (H) × 192 (V) |
| Camera & Image — Pixel Pitch | 12 μm |
| Camera & Image — Spectral Range | 8 μm–14 μm |
| Camera & Image — Sensitivity (NETD) | ≤40 mK@f/1.0 |
| Camera & Image — Digital Detail Enhancement (DDE) | Yes |
| Camera & Image — Thermal AGC | Auto; manual |
| Camera & Image — Thermal Noise Reduction | 2D NR; 3D NR |
| Camera & Image — Thermal Image Flip | Mirror/180° |
| Camera & Image — Color Palettes | 18 (white hot/black hot/fusion/rainbow/golden autumn/midday/iron red/amber/jade/sunset/icefire/painting/pomegranate/emerald /spring/summer/autumn/winter) |
| Camera & Image — Temperature Measurement Range | Low temperature mode: –20 °C to +150 °C (–4 °F to +302 °F) | High temperature mode: 0 °C to +550 °C (+32 °F to +1022 °F) | Auto mode |
| Camera & Image — Temperature Measurement Accuracy | Max. (±2 °C, ±2%) | Operating temperature: –20 °C to +50 °C (–4 °F to +122 °F) |
| Camera & Image — Temperature Measurement Mode | Spot: 12 | Line: 12 | Area: 12 | Supports 12 rules simultaneously |
| Camera & Image — Image Sensor | 1/2.8" CMOS |
| Camera & Image — Max. Resolution | 2336 (H) × 1752 (V) |
| Camera & Image — Pixel | 4 MP |
| Camera & Image — Horizontal Definition | Center ≥150 TVL; Edge ≥100 TVL |
| Camera & Image — Min. Illumination | Color: 0.01 lux; B/W: 0.001 lux; 0 lux (white light on) |
| Camera & Image — Visible AGC | Auto; manual |
| Camera & Image — Visible Noise Reduction | 2D NR; 3D NR |
| Camera & Image — S/N Ratio | >55 dB |
| Camera & Image — White Balance | Auto; manual; indoor; outdoor; tracking; sodium lamp; street lamp; natural |
| Camera & Image — Electronic Shutter Speed | 1 s–1/30,000 s (auto/manual) |
| Camera & Image — BLC | Yes |
| Camera & Image — WDR | Yes |
| Camera & Image — HLC | Yes |
| Camera & Image — Day/Night | Color; B/W |
| Camera & Image — Image Flip | 180° |
| Camera & Image — Exposure Compensation | Yes |
| Camera & Image — Region of Interest (RoI) | Yes (customizable) |
| Camera & Image — Regional Focus | Yes |
| Lens & Distance — Thermal Focal Length | 2 mm |
| Lens & Distance — Thermal Field of View | H: 84.8°; V: 61° |
| Lens & Distance — Thermal Focus Control | Fixed-focal |
| Lens & Distance — Thermal Close Focus Distance | 0.2 m (0.65 ft) |
| Lens & Distance — Thermal Aperture | F1.0 |
| Lens & Distance — Focal Length | 2 mm |
| Lens & Distance — Field of View | H: 93.4°; V: 69.53° |
| Lens & Distance — Close Focus Distance | 0.2 m (0.66 ft) |
| Lens & Distance — Optical Zoom | Fixed |
| Lens & Distance — Aperture | F2.0 |
| Lens & Distance — Iris Control | Auto |
| Lens & Distance — Digital Zoom | Yes |
| Night Vision — Illuminator On/Off Control | Auto; manual |
| Night Vision — Illumination Distance | 4 m (13.1 ft) |
| Video — Video Compression | H.265; H.264M; H.264H; H.264B; M-JPEG |
| Video — Resolution | Thermal — Main stream: 1280 × 960; 1280 × 768; 640 × 480; 256 × 192; 1280 × 960 (default); Sub stream: 640 × 480; 256 × 192; 256 × 192 (default) | Visible — Main stream: 2336 × 1752; 1080p (1920 × 1080); 720p (1280 × 720); D1 (704 × 576); 2336 × 1752 (default); Sub stream: D1 (704 × 576); CIF (352 × 288); 352 × 288 (default) |
| Video — Video Frame Rate | Thermal (50 Hz & 60 Hz) — Main stream: 1 fps–25 fps, 25 fps by default; Sub stream: 1 fps–25 fps, 15 fps by default | Visible (50 Hz & 60 Hz) — Main stream: 1 fps–25 fps, 25 fps by default; Sub stream: 1 fps–25 fps, 15 fps by default |
| Video — Image Encoding Format | JPEG |
| Audio — Audio Compression | G.711a; G.711mu; PCM |
| AI & Deep Learning — Cold/Hot Spot Trace | Yes |
| AI & Deep Learning — Fusion Mode | Warm color; cold color; fuse with iron oxide red |
| AI & Deep Learning — PIP | Yes |
| Network & Storage — Network Protocol | HTTP; HTTPS; TCP; ARP; RTSP; RTP; UDP; RTCP; SMTP; FTP; IPv4/v6; NTP; Multicast; SFTP |
| Network & Storage — Interoperability | CGI |
| Network & Storage — Browser | IE: IE 8 and later; Chrome: 42 and earlier; Firefox: 42 and earlier |
| Network & Storage — User/Host | Up to 6 (total bandwidth: 64 MB) |
| Network & Storage — Security | Authorized username and password; attached MAC address; encrypted HTTPS; IEEE 802.1x; controlled network access |
| Network & Storage — User Management | Up to 6 users; supports multi-level user permissions (2 levels): management group and user group |
| Event & Alarm — Sound and Light Alarm | White light alarm prompts |
| Event & Alarm — Malfunction Detection | Network disconnection detection; IP conflict detection |
| Interface — Network Port | 1 × RJ-45 (10/100 Base-T) |
| Interface — Alarm Input | 1 |
| Interface — Alarm Output | 1 |
| Interface — RS-485 | 1 |
| General & Environment — Power Supply | 12 VDC ± 20%; PoE (802.3af); ePoE |
| General & Environment — Power Consumption | Basic: 3 W (12 VDC) | Max: 5 W (white light on, adapter excluded) |
| General & Environment — ePoE | Yes |
| General & Environment — Operating Temperature | –20 °C to +50 °C (–4 °F to +122 °F) |
| General & Environment — Operating Humidity | ≤95% |
| General & Environment — Storage Temperature | –30 °C to +60 °C (–22 °F to +140 °F) |
| General & Environment — Protection | IP67 |
| General & Environment — Reliability | Surge protection: 6 kV; Air discharge: 15 kV; Contact discharge: 8 kV |
| General & Environment — Product Dimensions | 113.6 mm × 62.0 mm × 39.0 mm (4.47" × 2.44" × 1.53") (L × W × H) |
| General & Environment — Packaging Dimensions | Protection box: 239 mm × 110 mm × 71 mm (9.41" × 4.33" × 2.80") (W × L × H) |
| General & Environment — Net Weight | ≤0.5 kg (1.10 lb) |
| General & Environment — Gross Weight | ≤1.0 kg (2.20 lb) |
| General & Environment — Lens | Included |
| General & Environment — Bracket | Included: Magnetic mount: RKN010-02 | Optional: Wall mount: PFB110W, 816W2 |
04Why choose this
Built for the way you actually use the TPC-KF2241-T
Early warning of electrical faults
Watching connections, busbars and components for abnormal heat helps catch loose terminals and overloads before they cause downtime or fire.
Fast to fit on cabinets
A compact body and included magnetic mount attach directly to switchgear and racks, so installation is quick and non-intrusive.
Built for industrial conditions
IP67 sealing with strong surge and static protection suits plant rooms, substations and outdoor cabinets where conditions are harsh.
05Where it fits
Right at home in these scenarios
Electrical distribution cabinets
Monitors busbars, breakers and terminals for hot spots, alarming before a loose or overloaded connection fails.
Switchgear and substations
Continuous temperature watch on critical connections supports predictive maintenance and reduces unplanned outages.
Server and equipment racks
Spot and area rules flag overheating components in data and equipment rooms before thermal shutdown or damage.
Industrial process and fire risk
Hot and cold spot trace and threshold alarms help spot process anomalies and ignition risk in factories and energy sites.
06Setup
Installation & setup
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Mount on the cabinet
Use the included magnetic mount to attach the camera to the metal surface of the cabinet or rack, or the optional wall mount for a fixed position, with a clear view of the points to monitor.
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Set measurement rules
Configure the spot, line and area rules over the components of interest and set temperature thresholds and emissivity during commissioning for accurate readings.
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Power over PoE or 12V DC
Run PoE (802.3af) or ePoE for longer cable runs, or a 12V DC supply, to reach cabinet and plant locations.
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Allow for lead time
As a special-order item with a 6 to 10 week lead time, order early and confirm availability before scheduling the install.
08Questions
Frequently asked about the TPC-KF2241-T
Q.01
What is the DH-TPC-KF2241-T used for?
It is a temperature-measurement thermal camera, not a general security camera. It measures surface temperatures from -20C to +550C and raises an alarm when a threshold is exceeded, making it suited to monitoring electrical cabinets, switchgear, transformers and equipment for overheating and fire risk.
Q.02
How accurate is the temperature measurement?
Measurement accuracy is to within plus or minus 2C (or 2 percent), across low and high temperature modes. For best results, set the correct emissivity and distance during commissioning and follow Dahua's guidance, as surface material and angle affect readings.
Q.03
How is it mounted in an electrical cabinet?
It ships with a magnetic mount that attaches directly to the metal surface of a power distribution cabinet, switchgear or rack, so it can be fitted quickly without drilling. An optional wall mount is also available for fixed positions.
Q.04
Can it monitor several points at once?
Yes. It supports up to 12 measurement rules simultaneously, combining spot, line and area measurements, so you can watch multiple busbars, connections or components in a single scene and alarm on each.
Q.05
Does it have night vision or a long-range IR illuminator?
It has a built-in white light for short-range visible confirmation, not a long-range IR illuminator. The thermal channel itself needs no light and measures temperature in complete darkness, which is the camera's primary purpose.
Q.06
Does it detect people and vehicles or have audio?
No. This is a thermography model focused on temperature measurement and cold and hot spot trace, so it does not provide human and vehicle classification or built-in audio. Choose a WizSense or WizMind camera where people and vehicle analytics are needed.
Q.07
How is it powered?
It accepts 12V DC, PoE (802.3af) or ePoE. ePoE supports longer cable runs than standard PoE, which helps reach cabinets and plant areas away from the switch.
Q.08
Is there a lead time on this camera?
Yes. It is a special-order item with a 6 to 10 week lead time, so allow for that in project planning and confirm availability before committing to a fixed schedule.
Buying from Smarket
Is your Hikvision, Dahua, HiLook and TP-Link VIGI stock genuine Australian stock?
Yes, 100%. Every Hikvision, Dahua, HiLook and TP-Link VIGI product we sell is a genuine Australian-market model sourced through Australian supply chains — never grey imports. That means factory-sealed units, Australian-region firmware that works with the official apps out of the box, and a full 3-year local warranty.
How long does delivery take?
Metro delivery usually takes 2–4 business days after dispatch, and regional areas may take longer. You'll receive a tracking number by email as soon as your order leaves the warehouse.
How much is shipping?
Standard shipping is free on all orders over $300 AUD, Australia-wide. Orders under $300 ship at a flat rate of $25, calculated at checkout. Tracking is included on every order.
What warranty do you offer?
All cameras, NVRs and DVRs come with a 3-year back-to-base manufacturer warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship, in addition to your rights under Australian Consumer Law. Hard drives and accessories are covered as set out in our Warranty Policy.
What is your return policy?
You have 30 days from the day you receive your order to request a change-of-mind return. Items must be unopened, factory-sealed and in resalable condition. A 15% restocking fee applies and return postage is at your cost. Faulty or incorrectly supplied items are different: we cover the return shipping and refund or replace at no charge. Read the full Return & Refund Policy.
Do you offer installation?
We can connect you with licensed installers in Sydney and Melbourne. Installation typically starts from around $200 per camera depending on cable runs and site conditions. Email sales@smarket.com.au with your address and camera count for a quote.
09In motion
Dahua Thermal Solution Video
10Bundles
Recommended packages
Recording
Record to a Dahua NVR such as the 4-channel NVR4104HS-P or 8-channel NVR4108HS-8P to log thermal and visible streams and temperature alarm events alongside your other cameras.
Storage and PoE
Add a 6TB surveillance hard drive, and power and connect the camera with a Dahua PoE switch and Cat6 cable; ePoE helps reach distant cabinets.
Mounting
The magnetic mount is included for cabinets and metal surfaces, so no extra bracket is needed for most installs; plan a clear line of sight to the components you want to measure.