Product Description
What it does: the BNC-MALE-TO-RCA-FEMALE adapter converts a BNC coaxial connector (the twist-lock plug found on most CCTV coax runs) into a standard RCA socket, so BNC-terminated cable can plug straight into an RCA input.
Where it fits
If your camera or DVR uses BNC connections but the monitor, capture card, or AV device you want to feed only has RCA sockets, BNC-MALE-TO-RCA-FEMALE bridges the two without re-terminating the cable.
- Works with analogue CCTV, HD-TVI, AHD, and CVI signal formats carried over coax.
- Fits RG59 and RG6 coax, the two cable types most CCTV installs use.
- Metal body for a secure, low-loss electrical contact.
- Inline, tool-free design — screws onto the BNC end, presents an RCA female socket.
Things to check before buying
- Confirm the device you're connecting to actually has an RCA video input, not just BNC or HDMI.
- This adapter carries composite video signal only — it doesn't convert resolution or signal type (e.g. it won't turn HD-TVI into HDMI).
- Useful for testing a camera on a portable monitor, linking older AV gear into a CCTV run, or tidying up a rack where connector types don't match.
It's a simple, passive connector rather than an active converter, so signal quality depends on the cable and equipment either side of it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will BNC-MALE-TO-RCA-FEMALE work with my HD-TVI or AHD camera?
Yes — it's suitable for analogue CCTV as well as HD-TVI, AHD and CVI signal formats carried over coax.
What cable types does this adapter suit?
It's designed for RG59 and RG6 coaxial cable, the two types most commonly used in CCTV installations.
Does this adapter upscale or convert the video signal itself?
No, it's a passive connector — it changes the physical connection from BNC to RCA but doesn't alter the signal format or resolution.
Can I use it to view a camera on an old RCA-input monitor?
Yes, this is a common use — screw it onto the camera's BNC lead and it presents an RCA socket for the monitor's input.
