Industrial Solar-Powered Outdoor Wireless Time-Lapse Camera for Remote Monitoring

1 Product Overview

SC-LP-CAM4G is a low-power 4G solar-powered wireless launched by Shanghai Shucai Internet of Things Technology Co., Ltd. It supports 4G Ethernet access to the network, takes photos at regular intervals and uploads them to a designated FTP server or stores them in an SD card. The product is mainly used in wild areas and urban areas where wiring is inconvenient, such as: capture of cleaning conditions in various property service places, railway lines, highway lines, construction sites, reservoirs and dams, river water sources, mining areas and scenic spots, forest fire prevention, cultural relics and historic sites, village roads, fishing grounds, forest farms and pastures, wildlife reserves, farmland and fruit forests, factory peripheries, villas, islands, etc. Advantages of this product: environmental protection and energy saving, no need for digging trenches or erecting power racks, no need for a large number of wires and pipes, no need for power transmission and transformation equipment, short construction period, no consumption of municipal electricity and no electricity bills, no restriction by geographical location, low maintenance costs, low voltage without electric shock risk and many other advantages. 2 Service Concept Our company solemnly promises: What you buy is not only the product, but also meticulous and thoughtful technical support services. We provide free remote guidance, remote configuration and debugging services, and send data to the server designated by the customer. Free IoT solution consulting services! 3 Product Features and Parameters 3.1 Camera Parameters and Selection Resolution: 2560X1440P Sensitivity (optional): High sensitivity (4000mV/luxS) Starlight level (4800mV/luxS) Lens focal length (optional): 16mm (8mm and 25mm optional) 2.5mm-10mm zoom, auto-focus 2.5mm-12mm zoom, auto-focus 5mm-50mm zoom, auto-focus 850 infrared lamp: 4X0.5W, with IR_CUT, which can only be turned on during photo taking, detection and 4G real-time monitoring Angle: 60 degrees (effective distance 10-30 meters, 45 degrees optional; effective 20-50 meters) Rotary PTZ (optional): 250 degrees left and right, 60 degrees up and down Recording storage: 32G, video: 720P, 1080P; photo: 1440P (interval can be set to 2-60s) Overall power consumption: continuous video recording < 0.3W; photo mode (every 2 seconds) < 0.2W; 4G remote < 1W; Motion detection < 0.2W, standby < 8MA; infrared light on: +0.2-0.5W Motion detection: when an object is detected to move continuously within the set arming time, it will actively report and record Battery capacity: 3.7V 24AH LI-POL, built-in Solar charging: 6V 5W integrated (can also be external, select power according to actual application) Weight: 1.25 kg 3.2 Electrical Characteristics Power supply mode: solar or battery powered 3.3 Communication Characteristics 4G communication module: Huawei ME909S; frequency band: (other options available if not in the following frequency bands) FDD LTE: B1/3/8; TDD LTE: B38-41; TD-SCDMA: B34/39; DC-HSPA+/HSPA+/HSPA/WCDMA: B1/5/8/9; GSM/GPRS/EDGE; 4G upload mode: real-time: 720P, 1080P, 1440P Low power consumption; remote playback of videos or photos Image upload: FTP server 3.4 Structural Characteristics Antenna type: rubber rod external antenna Material: PC plastic (shell) Main body protection level: IP66 Dimensions (mm): Solar cover: 250X120; main body: 160X85X85 3.5 Working Environment Operation: -20～50℃, charging: -10～50℃; humidity: 0～95% (non-condensing) 4 Core Advantages of the Product 5 Application Cases The low-power 4G solar-powered wireless is mainly developed and designed to meet the needs of the outdoor civil monitoring market, which is a low-cost and high-efficiency integrated monitoring and transmission product. The low-power 4G camera is powered by solar panels and lithium batteries. Through the built-in 4G module, it perfectly solves the monitoring problem in application scenarios without wired network and direct power supply; 4G coverage is more stable, and the cost of wired network deployment is saved at the same time. At present, this solution is in a leading position in the industry in terms of stability, reliability and performance, and has been widely used in rural breeding, planting industry, tourist attractions, rural courtyard monitoring, rural road bright project, reservoir and dam projects, electric power, water projects, as well as urban construction sites, roads, monitoring of cleaning conditions in various property service places and other scenarios.

❓Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is a solar powered time-lapse camera used for?

A solar powered time-lapse camera is mainly used for long-term remote visual monitoring of projects such as construction sites, solar farms, infrastructure development, and environmental observation. It automatically captures images at set intervals and generates time-lapse records for project tracking and reporting.

2. Does the camera work in remote locations without electricity?

Yes. This system is designed for off-grid operation. It uses a high-efficiency solar panel combined with a built-in lithium battery, allowing continuous operation in remote areas without access to power supply.

3. Can I access the camera remotely in real time?

Yes. The camera supports 4G LTE wireless connectivity (WiFi optional). Users can remotely view live images, time-lapse recordings, and device status through a web platform or mobile app from anywhere in the world.

4. How does the time-lapse function work?

The device captures images automatically at scheduled intervals (such as every 1 minute, 5 minutes, or custom settings). These images are then compiled into a time-lapse video to visually show project progress over time.

5. Is the camera suitable for harsh outdoor environments?

Yes. The device is built with an IP66/IP67 industrial-grade waterproof and dustproof enclosure, making it suitable for rain, wind, dust, and extreme temperature environments ranging from -20°C to +60°C.

6. What happens if there is no sunlight for several days?

The system includes a high-capacity rechargeable battery that stores solar energy. It is designed to maintain stable operation during cloudy or low-light conditions for extended periods, depending on configuration and usage frequency.

7. Where is the data stored?

The camera supports local SD card storage and optional cloud platform storage. Users can choose based on project requirements for data security and accessibility.

8. Can the system be integrated into an IoT platform?

Yes. The camera can support IoT platform integration and API access (optional customization), allowing it to be integrated into existing monitoring systems or smart project management platforms.

9. What are the installation methods?

The device supports flexible installation options, including pole mounting, wall mounting, and temporary site deployment, making it suitable for both permanent and temporary projects.

10. What industries typically use this product?

It is widely used in:

Construction project monitoring

Solar energy farms

Oil & gas pipeline inspection

Road and bridge construction

Environmental monitoring

Remote industrial asset tracking