Is this suitable for using on a covered front porch where it is subject to temperature extremes? (below freezing to high 90's)
886917
The LED will actually perform better the colder it gets. But heat on the other hand can reduce the efficiency and lifespan or in some cases even burn out an LED lacking a proper heatsink.
886918
I would think so, being a solid state device. The body is metal, so should not crack or warp. Mine is in a shower, so it can definitely handle heat and humidity. Understand that no parts are replaceable, so you"ll have to replace the unit when it ultimately fails (after 50,000 hours of use), but that's still cheaper than a comparable LED bulb. Hope this helps.
886919
Mine is installed as my porch light (out of rain), and it does well in high 90s. I live in southern California where it does not go below freezing, but LED lighting is commonly used in cars these days, without limitation on temperature, so certainly it would work nicely below freezing.
886920
The temperature is less of an issue than the moisture. It is not rated for outside use.
886921
Perhaps. The label on the backside of the fixture states "Suitable for damp locations" so its more rugged than average.
886922
Higher operating temperatures may shorten the life of an LED but I don't think it's something to be worried about. Colder temps should have no effect on it.
1797136
I would think that would not be problem during the warm weather. But if you are in a cold area where it could freeze it would be a problem. I would check with the factory. Richard
759593
The company recommends that you keep on a covered porch, barn or garage. I THINK if you don't use the heated bed it would be ok. It is well constructed.
1982409
I use it to cover a bbq smoker outside in inclement weather without any problems--top temps maybe 300F works fine
1307805
I use mine on a covered porch and haven't had any problems... but there is good air flow across the smoker. If there isn't good ventilation... I would expect problems. This is a smoker, it puts out a lot of smoke. Besides thick smoke being unpleasant to be in... when hot enough... and thick enough... smoke can become flammable. If it were me... I would still own one... I'd just figure out a way to vent the smoke.
668923
No. It is definitely not designed for outside, but would probably do OK outside on a covered porch.
1209571
I also live in the Northeastand the grill works fine in the cold, but obviously will function at a slightly lower temperature. I would also not suggest using this or any grill on a screened in porch. This can't be very safe.
1948993
yes it can tolerate the cold i'm on the texas coast it's gotten in the twenties but i try to keep it covered when it dips down that cold i have it in a big flower pot on my patio, it seems to be doing pretty well.
1534674
I agree with other feedback. I would NOT use this where it is exposed to weather. I keep mine on the south facing dash of my infrequently used truck to keep the remote and security system from draining the battery dead.
167476
We have had no problems at all with it and it has been well below freezing. Our door is under a protected porch so does not get iced over.
1830438
This dependes on whether it is an enclosed space and the ambient temperature around the space. If you have an enclosed area with household temp. around of about 65 F I would think this would work just fine. But there is not a thermostatic control to prevent it from going over that temperature.
1218455
Hi Katie,I don't think you're supposed to. Depends on your climate. I have two outside but one on a porch and one way under the eves on the house. Haven't had any problems. But..not winter here yet. At 20 below zero F, that's going to be tough. 90% is keeping them dry and out of direct sunlight. Keep them powered all the time in the winter (that's the plan) because they will generate a little heat. If the wind's not too bad they might survive.
2167413
It is not insulated for very cold weather. there are dual flaps, but they do let the cold in. Not sure about snow as ours is under a covered porch.
668926
It is not intended for outside use although it is rated for humidity 20-80% and thus might be able to be used in a covered porch for example. The strict answer is no though.
1518577
I would say it depends on how harsh your winters get. If much below freezing, to be on the safe side, I don't think I would. I live in Minneapolis where it can get down below zero so I have kept mine in a heated garage over winter.
1719425
We have had this unit on back porch in middle Georgia since late February. There have been perhaps 10 nights where the temperature dropped below 20 degrees Fahrenheit. We have recognized no problems but we have had few occasions when callers were at the door during the hours of such coldness.
1352402
You can use it in a covered porch, but it is not recommended because the finish may corrode. They do make an exterior grade one like this one.