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TP-Link TC85 Smart Wire-Free Security Camera

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TP-Link TC85 Smart Wire-Free Security Camera

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The TP-Link TC85 is a wire-free security camera powered by a 10,000 mAh built-in battery. It records 2K QHD 4MP (2560 x 1440) video through a 2.1 mm F2.1 lens with a 150° diagonal field of view, adds full-colour night vision from built-in spotlights and a starlight sensor, and offers motion, person, pet and vehicle detection. It connects over 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi with no hub, mounts with a magnetic base, records to microSD up to 512 GB and is rated IP66. The optional Tapo A200 solar panel is sold separately.

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The TP-Link TC85 is a battery-powered Wi-Fi security camera for indoor or outdoor use. It records 2K QHD 4MP (2560 x 1440) video through a 150° wide-angle lens, shows full-colour images at night with built-in spotlights and a starlight sensor, and identifies people, pets and vehicles with smart AI detection that TP-Link offers free. A 10,000 mAh battery and a magnetic base allow a fully wire-free install, and the camera is rated IP66.

TC85 overview

The TC85 is the single-camera, battery-only version of TP-Link's TC85 range: it has no cables to run and no hub to install. TP-Link describes it as a smart wire-free indoor/outdoor security camera, and it joins your network directly over 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11b/g/n). The box includes a magnetic base, so the camera can lock on to any iron surface, or the base can be screwed to a wall; metal plates and 3M adhesives are also supplied. TP-Link notes that the camera angle adjusts without locking mechanisms. Mounting options listed for the TC85 are tabletop, ceiling-mounted and wall-mounted, and the camera body measures 116.2 x 64.8 x 64.8 mm.

Power comes from a 10,000 mAh built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery. TP-Link rates it at up to 300 days on a single charge, a figure based on its laboratory tests with 230 seconds of use per day; at 360 seconds per day the rating falls to 180 days. The time of use includes recording and watching live views, and actual battery life may vary with device settings, router specifications, usage and environmental factors. For continuous power, the TC85 supports the Tapo A200 solar panel, which is purchased separately; TP-Link says actual experience may vary with placement angle, weather conditions and camera usage. A USB adapter (5.0 V / 2.0 A output) and USB adapter cable are included for recharging. As a battery-powered camera, the TC85 is not designed for continuous recording and only records motion clips when activity is detected.

The image sensor is a 1/3-inch progressive scan CMOS starlight sensor behind a 2.1 mm F2.1 lens. The field of view is 150° diagonal, 134° horizontal and 77° vertical, and TP-Link contrasts this with a 120° view on other cameras. Maximum resolution is 2K QHD 4MP (2560 x 1440), which TP-Link says has 1.7 times more pixels than 1080p, with frame rates of 15/20/(25/30) fps, 12x digital zoom, H.264 compression and 3DNR and WDR image enhancement. At night, four built-in spotlights and the starlight sensor produce full-colour images, and an 850 nm IR LED provides night vision to 15 m.

Detection uses a single motion sensor with a 130° horizontal field of view plus an ambient light sensor. Smart AI detection recognises motion, people, pets and vehicles, which TP-Link lists as free, and customisable activity zones limit alerts to the areas that matter. You can record your own audio as an alarm and adjust the spotlight brightness; the siren is rated at 94 dB measured at 10 cm. Two-way audio with noise cancellation uses the built-in microphone and speaker. Recordings go to a microSD card of up to 512 GB (purchased separately; actual capacity depends on the card used) or to Tapo Care cloud storage, which requires a subscription and adds notifications with snapshots. Security includes 128-bit AES encryption with SSL/TLS and WPA/WPA2-PSK. The TC85 works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant on supported displays, and the Tapo app requires iOS 11.0 or Android 5.0 or later.

Key features

Magnetic, wire-free mounting

Magnetic base locks on to iron surfaces or screws to a wall; tabletop, ceiling or wall use.

10,000 mAh battery

Up to 300 days per charge in TP-Link lab tests at 230 s of use per day (180 days at 360 s).

2K QHD 4MP

2560 x 1440 video with 12x digital zoom and 3DNR/WDR.

150° wide view

2.1 mm F2.1 lens: 150° diagonal, 134° horizontal, 77° vertical.

Colour night vision

Starlight sensor and four built-in spotlights, plus 850 nm IR to 15 m.

Free AI detection

Motion, person, pet and vehicle detection with custom activity zones.

Siren and light alarm

Record your own alarm audio; 94 dB siren measured at 10 cm.

IP66 weatherproof

Rated IP66 for outdoor use, operating from -20 °C to 45 °C.

Solar ready

Supports the Tapo A200 solar panel, sold separately.

TC85 specifications

At a glance

2K QHD 4MP (2560 x 1440)
150° diagonal FOV
10,000 mAh battery
Magnetic base
Colour night vision
Person/pet/vehicle AI
microSD up to 512 GB
IP66
TC85 full specifications
Camera
Image Sensor1/3" Progressive Scan CMOS Starlight Sensor
LensFocal Length: 2.1 mm Aperture: F2.1 Field of View: 150° (Diagonal), 134°(Horizontal), 77°(Vertical)
Night Vision850 nm IR LED (49 ft / 15 m) Full-Color Night Vision
Lighting4× Built-in Spotlights
Interface & Button1× RESET Button 1× POWER Button
Video & Audio
Maximum Resolution2K QHD 4MP (2560 × 1440 px)
Frame Rate15/20/(25/30) fps
Digital Zoom12×
Video CompressionH.264
Live ViewYes
Image Enhancement3DNR WDR
Audio Input & OutputBuilt-in Microphone and Speaker
Audio CommunicationTwo-Way Audio with Noise Cancellation
Siren Volume94 dB (Level measured at 4-inch/10-cm distance)
Storage
Local StorageMicroSD Card Slot on Camera (Up to 512 GB) General Information about using MicroSD Cards >
Cloud StorageTapo Care Cloud Storage Services (Subscription required)
DETECTION and NOTIFICATIONS
SensorSingle Motion Sensor (FOV: 130° horizontal) Single Ambient Light Sensor
AI DetectionMotion Detection Person Detection Pet Detection Vehicle Detection
Activity ZonesYes
Output NotificationSystem Notification System Notification with Snapshot (Tapo Care Services)
Network
Network ConnectivityConnect via Wi-Fi
Wireless ConnectivityIEEE 802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi
Security
Security128-bit AES Encryption with SSL/TLS WPA/WPA2-PSK
Power
Power Source10000 mAh Built-in Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery Optional Solar Panel: Tapo A200 (Sold separately)
Input VoltageAdapter Input: 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz
Output VoltageAdapter Output: 5.0 V, 2.0 A
General
Smart IntegrationGoogle Assistant, Amazon Alexa
Weather ResistanceIP66
System RequirementsTapo App: iOS 11.0 or higher, Andriod 5.0 or higher
Mounting OptionsTabletop Ceiling-Mounted Wall-Mounted
Operating Temperature-20℃~45℃
Storage Temperature-20℃~60℃
Operating Humidity10%~90% RH, Non-condensing
Storage Humidity5%~90% RH, Non-condensing
Charging Temperature0-45℃
Dimensions ( W x D x H )Camera Dimensions: 4.57 × 2.55 × 2.55 in (116.2 × 64.8 × 64.8mm)
CertificationsFCC

Source: TP-Link's published specifications for this model (TP-Link Australia product page). throughput figures are TP-Link's lab results. TP-Link may change specifications without notice.

What's in the box

  • TC85 Cameras USB Adapter USB Adapter Cable Mounting Templates Magnetic Bases Mounting Screws Mounting Anchors Metal Plates 3M Adhesives Quick Start Guide

Source: TP-Link's published package contents.

Who the TC85 is for

Quick, cable-free installs

  • Magnetic base for iron surfaces
  • Wall, ceiling or tabletop placement
  • No hub required

Smart alerts

  • Person, pet and vehicle detection
  • Custom activity zones
  • Own-voice siren alarm

Optional solar top-up

  • Tapo A200 panel sold separately
  • 10,000 mAh built-in battery
  • Battery charging from 0 °C to 45 °C

TC85 compared

The TC85 is the camera on its own with a magnetic base and USB charging. The TC85 KIT uses the same camera but adds the Tapo A201 solar panel and a bracket mount.

TC85TC85 KIT
Solar panelOptional Tapo A200 (sold separately)Tapo A201 (included)
MountingMagnetic base: tabletop, ceiling or wallCamera bracket: ceiling or wall
USB adapterIncluded (5.0 V / 2.0 A)Not included
Resolution2K QHD 4MP (2560 x 1440)2K QHD 4MP (2560 x 1440)
Battery10,000 mAh10,000 mAh
Weather ratingIP66 cameraIP66 camera, IP65 panel

Source: TP-Link Australia product pages for each model.

Buy the TC85 from ARC IP Networks

ARC IP Networks supplies TP-Link products from Australian stock at competitive prices, with the full manufacturer's warranty, Australia-wide delivery and trade pricing for installers and MSPs.

  • New TP-Link product from Australian stock.
  • Manufacturer warranty: the full TP-Link manufacturer's warranty for this model.
  • Australia-wide delivery to every state and territory.
  • Trade and project pricing: call 1300 100 440 or email info@arcip.com.au.

Frequently asked questions

Straight answers about the TC85 from the ARC IP Networks team.

Last reviewed October 2026.

No. It runs on a 10,000 mAh built-in battery and connects over 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi, so there are no power or network cables to run and no hub is required.

TP-Link rates it at up to 300 days per charge based on lab tests with 230 seconds of use per day, or 180 days at 360 seconds per day. Use includes recording and live viewing, and actual life varies with settings, router, usage and environment.

Yes. It supports the Tapo A200 solar panel, which is purchased separately. The TC85 KIT is the version that comes with a solar panel in the box.

The magnetic base locks on to any iron surface, or it can be mounted on the wall with the supplied screws, anchors, metal plates or 3M adhesives.

2K QHD 4MP, 2560 x 1440, with 12x digital zoom.

Yes. Four built-in spotlights and a starlight sensor give full-colour night vision, and an 850 nm IR LED provides night vision to 15 m.

No. TP-Link lists person, pet and vehicle detection as free. Tapo Care, a paid subscription, adds cloud storage and notifications with snapshots.

No. As a battery-powered camera it is not designed for continuous recording; it records motion clips when activity is detected.

Yes. The camera is rated IP66 and operates from -20 °C to 45 °C.

Need more than one TC85 for a wire-free camera install?

Ask ARC IP Networks for volume and project pricing on TP-Link products.

Brand TP-Link

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Please note: Refunds for lost, missing, or delayed orders cannot be processed until shipping partner investigations are complete. This does not affect your rights under the Australian Consumer Law, and refunds or replacements will be provided where required once loss or damage is confirmed.

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ARC IP Networks complies with the Australian Consumer Law (ACL).

If a product is faulty, damaged, not of acceptable quality, or does not perform as advertised, you are entitled to a repair, replacement, or refund in accordance with ACL.

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For faults developing after 14 days within the warranty period:

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  • Where required, a manufacturer RMA may be arranged
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Dead on Arrival (DOA)

Products that arrive faulty or damaged must be reported within 14 days of delivery.

ARC IP Networks will arrange assessment, replacement, or refund as appropriate.

Change of Mind & Non-Faulty Returns

Change-of-mind returns must be requested within 14 days of delivery. For change-of-mind returns, the product must be unused, unopened, in its original packaging, and returned with all accessories and documentation. These conditions apply only to change-of-mind returns and do not limit or exclude your rights under the Australian Consumer Law. Some products are not eligible for change-of-mind returns, including:

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If a product is faulty, not of acceptable quality, or does not meet advertised specifications, it remains eligible for return regardless of category.

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  • Store credit may be offered only with customer consent

Handling fees and non-returnable service charges may not be refundable where permitted by law.


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For approved change-of-mind or non-faulty returns, a 15% restocking fee applies.

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For issues not covered by warranty:

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  • No repairs are undertaken without customer approval

Return Methods

Returns may be made:

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  • Or by shipment as instructed by our support team

Proof of purchase is required for all returns.

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