How will this thing fare under the elements?I want to leave it outdoor to charge an off grid cam in a forest in upstate NY
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This thing is definitely not designed for that. Also I don't know if it would power a camera unless it is a USB camera. Also this works best under direct sunlight.
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I am going to say no on that. The charger is enclosed in a fabric and would not resist water at all
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I haven't left it out side for extended amounts of time. Its made of nylon fabric, I am not sure it's waterproof.
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This product isn't designed for constant un-monitored exposure to the elements. Like others have said the camera would probably also have to be usb and have some sort of splitter for it to work.
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The device sits appx 4" high, however it runs on battery power and there's electricity involved in the process; so im just not sure how safe it would be in an outside environment. Hope this is helpful.
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The camera is not weather proof and should not be used as an outdoor camera. Sturdiness of the cameras in terms of `drop test' depends on the ground being dropped on and height. Pretty sturdy though.
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I don't believe that it would charge to well if it was raining (no sun). The electronics are mounted underneath the panels, should be protected.
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Probably not. This camera is barebones, with all kinds of electrical potential being exposed to the environment. If you want to use this little thing outdoors, you would have to harden it to electrical interference. The cost to do it right would most likely exceed the price of a "game camera" which is designed for outdoor use.
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I use a couple bungee cords & strap it to a tree. All outside game cameras are made to work outside so weather is not an issue.
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Hi Tom, I have had this camera under my porch deck since June and no problems, even with weather down to -8.
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Yes, I have charged my GoPro camera during the day. Essentially there is a battery pack connected to the solar panel. As long as you only charge things from the battery pack in full sunlight you are okay. In my experience you never want the battery pack to lose it's charge (like by charging something overnight). Once the battery pack has lost it's charge you have to plug it in to a power source. Again, that's my experience. I've never left it out multiple days to see if it will charge back up. Overall I've been happy with the backpack.
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It has a flip type cover and should be ok out in the elements. The battery should be able to take it.
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Sorry, I can't answer that question because the camera that I purchased was installed in South Florida. I can tell you that there does not appear to be any sort of weatherproof housing so it's very susceptible to the elements... hot/cold/wet/dry. The unit that I purchased didn't last a month before failed. If it's indoors it might last a longer. Good luck
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These are not outdoor rated. It is physically possible to put it outdoors, but I wouldn't expect it to last long! If you are looking for a good outdoor camera in a similar price range and POE check out the Ubiquiti line of cameras.
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If by that you mean "is it water proof", almost nothing electrical that isn't sealed is safe for outdoor use. On the other hand it is ruggedly built with an on-off switch to turn on-off electrical power. But I wouldn't leave it outside in the rain.
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I just returned to the U.S. from 3 weeks in the tropics and the ambient temperature was never an issue. Also, when my camera was about a month old, I dropped it from chest level to hard concrete and you could barely see the nicks/damage in the side of the camera. I wouldn't leave it in the sun all day, though. I also feel lucky the camera landed on its side when I dropped it. Everything still works fine.
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If protected from direct contact with water, as in up under the eaves of a house, it should be fine, or taped up at the connections! I have nine sets in use now and the camera ends of five sets are outside and have given no trouble in the months we've used them!
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It will charge in cloudy weather, but it also depends on what load the battery is supporting at the time.
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yes. i have used mine in the rain and it still works great. the only thing i might worry about is the camera and connections. i would cover those just in case.
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Hi, my unit came with a cord that was about 24" long. As far as keeping it outside, I would say that if it is under a covered area and not getting wet from the elements it would be okay because it is electrical. I know someone who had the battery type and it was a waste of time and money. Maybe she got a bad one but I am quite happy with this unit. Hope this helps.