--- title: "Solar Backup for CCTV, Electric Fence & Gates | Qyvea Kenya" url: https://qyvea.co.ke/solar-backup-for-security-systems-kenya description: "Solar and battery backup designed for security systems: keeping CCTV, electric fences, gate motors, access control and routers running through outages in Kenya." updated: 2026-10-17 --- > Markdown copy of https://qyvea.co.ke/solar-backup-for-security-systems-kenya for AI assistants. Prices and stock change; check the live page. 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What happens to your security when the power goes off? Read on: it takes a few minutes and could save you a lot more than that. **In this guide you will see:** - Put all security loads on one backed-up circuit. - Include the router: without it, no remote viewing or alerts. - UPS for instant switchover; batteries for hours; solar to recharge. Quick answer Security equipment draws modest, constant power, so it can be backed up with a relatively small solar-and-battery system on its own circuit. The aim: cameras keep recording, the fence stays live, gates keep opening and alerts still reach your phone during an outage. [Photo: Andre Taissin / Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/photos/LBPU8K7loz8) Why this matters now ## Each outage you wait through is another night your protection depends on the grid. ### If you wait - Fence, cameras and lights go off together - Recorders restart badly or lose footage - A generator needs fuel and attention ### What you get - Batteries carry your essentials through the outage - Solar reduces what you buy from the grid - Sized to the load you actually have [Jinko Solar 450W Mono](/products/jinko-solar-450w-mono-perc-solar-panel-102 "Jinko Solar 450W Mono PERC Solar Panel")[Must 6kva solar inverter](/products/must-6kva-solar-inverter-28900 "Must 6kva solar inverter")[200Ah 24V LiFePO4 Lithium](/products/200ah-24v-lifepo4-lithium-battery-pack-413 "200Ah 24V LiFePO4 Lithium Battery Pack") [Get my free quote on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/254113301244?text=Hi%20Qyvea%2C%20I%20read%20your%20guide%3A%20Solar%20Backup%20for%20Security%20Systems.%20I%20want%20solar%20and%20backup%20power%20sorted.%20Can%20you%20help%3F)Reply usually within 30 minutes. 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Real products, live prices, in stock now ## Key takeaways - Put all security loads on one backed-up circuit. - Include the router: without it, no remote viewing or alerts. - UPS for instant switchover; batteries for hours; solar to recharge. - Size from measured loads and required runtime. ## What to back up **CCTV**: Recorder, PoE switch, cameras **Electric fence**: Energizer and siren **Gate**: Motor battery charging, beams **Access control**: Controllers and locks **Network**: Router, switches: for alerts and remote view **Lighting**: Security lights for camera images ## The layers Security backup power Solar panels Grid Hybrid inverter / charger Battery bank Security circuitCCTV, fence, gate, access, router, lights ## Design notes - Measure real loads, including night-time IR and heaters - Plan runtime for your typical outage, not the best case - Protect with surge protection and good earthing - Keep batteries ventilated and away from heat - Include the system in maintenance visits See [battery and inverter sizing](https://qyvea.co.ke/battery-and-inverter-sizing-kenya) and [security system backup power](https://qyvea.co.ke/security-system-backup-power-kenya). ## Frequently asked questions How big a solar system do I need for CCTV? It depends on the number of cameras, recorder, other security loads and runtime. It's usually far smaller than a whole-house system. Will my cameras record during an outage? Yes, if the recorder, switch and cameras are on the backed-up circuit. Do I need a UPS as well as solar? A UPS or hybrid inverter with fast switchover prevents equipment rebooting at the moment the power fails. ## Why customers choose Qyvea **Genuine brands**: Manufacturer warranty on what we sell, so you are not gambling on the box. **One team, start to finish**: The people who advise you also install and support it. **Fast answers**: WhatsApp replies usually within 30 minutes, and delivery within 24 hours in Nairobi. **Easy to buy**: Pay by M-Pesa, bank transfer or card. Free delivery in Nairobi on orders over KES 5,000. **Risk taken off you**: 7-day returns and exchanges on products, and a workmanship warranty on installations. **Customers say so**: Rated 4.6/5 from 57 Google reviews. **Your next step takes one minute:** send us a photo of the place on WhatsApp and we will tell you what it needs. ## Related articles [Solar & Electrical · Guide Battery & Inverter Sizing for Backup Power Watts, hours and depth of discharge: the simple maths behind how big your batteries and inverter need to be. 2 min read**READ FULL ARTICLE →**](https://qyvea.co.ke/battery-and-inverter-sizing-kenya)[Solar & Electrical · Guide Security System Backup Power Keeping CCTV, fences and gates running when the power goes. 3 min read**READ FULL ARTICLE →**](https://qyvea.co.ke/security-system-backup-power-kenya)[Estates & Integration · Guide Estate Security Backup Power & Solar Backup power for estate security in Kenya: UPS, batteries, solar and automatic changeover to keep CCTV, electric fence, gates, access control and… 2 min read**READ FULL ARTICLE →**](https://qyvea.co.ke/estate-security-backup-power-solar-kenya) ### Related services [Solar Backup Solutions](https://qyvea.co.ke/solar-solutions)[Security Backup Power](https://qyvea.co.ke/security-system-backup-power-kenya)[CCTV Installation](https://qyvea.co.ke/cctv) ### Related products [5kW hybrid solar kit](https://qyvea.co.ke/solar-hybrid-system-5kw-kit-kenya)[Best solar backup systems](https://qyvea.co.ke/best-solar-backup-system-kenya) ### Related projects [CCTV installation, commercial property](https://qyvea.co.ke/projects#cctv-case-study) [← Previous**Power Keeps Tripping? 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