Choosing UniFi Access Reader Mounts and Junction Boxes
Selecting the right mount and junction box is crucial for a successful Access Reader installation. This article compares mount and junction box models to help you choose the right one. For UniFi Access Reader selection, click here.
Intercom Mount Comparison
A mount attaches the Intercom to a surface, such as a wall, glass, or metal panel.
| Mount Model | Intercom Flush Mount | Intercom Surface Angle Mount | Intercom Wedge Mount | Intercom Sunshield |
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Wall Mounting |
✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features |
Flat design for a seamless appearance |
5° upward tilt for broader camera coverage |
20° inward tilt for capturing side angles |
Sun-proof for outdoor durability |
| Best Uses | Low-profile, tamper-resistant setups | Capturing faces of individuals over 6 feet tall at the ADA-compliant height of 48 inches | Monitoring individuals approaching from the sides | Outdoor installations exposed to direct sunlight |
For a full list of product specifications, visit techspecs.ui.com.
Junction Box Comparison
A junction box secures the reader to surfaces such as walls, glass, or metal panels while protecting the wiring connected to the Access Control Hub.
| Junction Box Model | Reader Junction Box | Reader Pro Angle Mount | Reader Pro Junction Box |
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Wall Mounting |
✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mullion Mounting | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | Flat surface mounting with 3/4" conduit support | 20° inward tilt for capturing side angles | Flat surface mounting with 3/4" conduit support |
| Best Uses |
For walls where wiring cannot be run internally (e.g., brick or solid walls) |
Monitoring individuals approaching from the sides | For walls where wiring cannot be run internally (e.g., brick or solid walls) |
| Reader Compatibility |
For a full list of product specifications, visit techspecs.ui.com.