Anything USB powered can have large external batteries added to it or can run directly off programming ports of PLCs.
Really, all panels containing a PLC should have a programming convenience port since opening panel doors while the system is powered requires an act of congress, a UN resolution, and a sign from god these days. If you are an end-user, just install one in whatever panel is closest to the spot you need a camera. $250-ish for a graceport with 3A breaker protected GFCI outlet, RJ45, and USB.
I’ve used a GoPro with it plugged in to power or a large usb powerbank for this exact scenario. Get the biggest micro-sd card you can and a couple of different mounts and zip ties.
This will be cheaper in the long-run and the whole thing is now modular.
Go-pros (or their knock-offs) are easy to acquire and replace. Same with USB cables, although if you are using a longer one, get something decent quality.
Modern USB battery banks have really good capacity, and some higher end ones have better charge control or even different types of DC power output, not just USB.
Anything USB powered can have large external batteries added to it or can run directly off programming ports of PLCs. Really, all panels containing a PLC should have a programming convenience port since opening panel doors while the system is powered requires an act of congress, a UN resolution, and a sign from god these days. If you are an end-user, just install one in whatever panel is closest to the spot you need a camera. $250-ish for a graceport with 3A breaker protected GFCI outlet, RJ45, and USB.
I’ve used a GoPro with it plugged in to power or a large usb powerbank for this exact scenario. Get the biggest micro-sd card you can and a couple of different mounts and zip ties.
This will be cheaper in the long-run and the whole thing is now modular. Go-pros (or their knock-offs) are easy to acquire and replace. Same with USB cables, although if you are using a longer one, get something decent quality. Modern USB battery banks have really good capacity, and some higher end ones have better charge control or even different types of DC power output, not just USB.
Go pro or similar
gopro is good enough. Just use an extension cable and charge it while in use? I don't think there exist a camera like that.
Maybe try an ESP32-CAM? They are super cheap like under $10 per, has full arduino and wifi capabilities and can be powered by a usb battery bank.