Is this light waterproof?
850498
In one word NO. Cygolite states "Weather proof for all riding conditions" and clearly it is not! I rode for the first time with very light rain and did go through some puddles. I don't have fenders and the light was hanging off my saddle bag. It ended up that somehow water got into it somehow. Now the light stays on till it drains dead and the modes don't work. Cygolite does seem to be responsive though. Give them credit for that much! Cause this light is a warranty replacement light from a different issue. I thought I was getting the lastest and greatest from them, but it failed the first water test! I haven't given up on them yet as it is still a pretty new company and does have somethings going for it. In one word NO. Cygolite states "Weather proof for all riding conditions" and clearly it is not! I rode for the first time with very light rain and did go through some puddles. I don't have fenders and the light was hanging off my saddle bag. It ended up that somehow water got into it somehow. Now the light stays on till it drains dead and the modes don't work. Cygolite does seem to be responsive though. Give them credit for that much! Cause this light is a warranty replacement light from a different issue. I thought I was getting the lastest and greatest from them,... » Read More In one word NO. Cygolite states "Weather proof for all riding conditions" and clearly it is not! I rode for the first time with very light rain and did go through some puddles. I don't have fenders and the light was hanging off my saddle bag. It ended up that somehow water got into it somehow. Now the light stays on till it drains dead and the modes don't work. Cygolite does seem to be responsive though. Give them credit for that much! Cause this light is a warranty replacement light from a different issue. I thought I was getting the lastest and greatest from them, but it failed the first water test! I haven't given up on them yet as it is still a pretty new company and does have somethings going for it. « Show Less
850499
The light is water-resistant. I have ridden in light rainstorms and it performed well. The usb cover at the bottom and the on/off button are both rubber plugs and could be prone to water seeping in if they somehow become mis-inserted or dislodged, which has happened to me. Luckily not during a rain storm.
850500
I have ridden it during rain and wet trails and it works fine. I don't think its submergible though.
850501
I have ridden on wet roads and it has gotten plenty wet. I wouldn't take it scuba diving though. This is my favorite light. I turn it on even when riding in the daytime. I had one motorist slow down on a country road to tell me he saw me at least a mile back because of it. That was the whole idea! Each charge lasts a long time. I ride about 9 hours each week and charge it maybe every 6 weeks whether I need to or not.
850502
Hi, to date, yes it is. Looks like a sealed unit and USB charger input has rubber cover.
850503
I've ridden it in many heavy rains without trouble. Once I did not close the USB port and rode in rain, it got wet inside and stopped working properly. I had to wait for it to dry out and do a reset as instructed by customer service, it worked again after doing that.
850504
I think that the unit is water resistant which is NOT waterproof. The light is recharged via a USB slot and therefore prone to some possible water seepage. There is a rubber insert that slots into the USB port but that can be dislodged if not inserted carefully and therefore could expose the unit to possible water leakage.
1315020
No. Don't get it wet. It needs to be compliant with FL1 standards. You need to spend about $30 more to get a good waterproof light. But believe me it's worth it!
1565401
Yes it is, don't worry about it getting wet, I leave mine in the garden up lighting my palm trees and they are next to the automatic sprinklers . To be on the safe side try taping the connections (ex.cord to the LED cord ) together with duct tape. Hope this helps ! Make sure before you order the light come with a end prong because some don't and you would have to do your own splicing .
748441
No. Control box and/or lights are NOT water proof. I've tried sealing them... but the materials used in their manufacturing and shipped are not par, for upgrades.
945492
The package and user manual does not indicate anywhere that they are water proof, but they very slim, light work great and worth every penny. My guess that they are not water proof.
1375674
This light is an outdoor, waterproof model. Your electrical box should also be rated outdoor; available at Amazon, Lowes, Home Depot, etc.
1116822
the cover is not water tight. Its not a sealed unit. Nice lightsecond thoughtthe leds are nicely sealed. the case around it isnt.
1502236
I do not know. It is advertised as waterproof for camping etc. I purchased mine strictly for a strong indoor light (which it has) in case of power outage.
1510357
I think its pretty weather resistant, wouldn't say waterproof though. As long as your not in a hurricane downpour I think it will hold up pretty well. Would not submerge it though. I have yet to find a brighter light. This is my second Thor light in 10 years, the first was a Thor X 10 million. Bulbs and batteries are replaceable as well. The bulbs are basicly car headlamps.
1644064
Yes, it is water proof. And submersible, too. I recently used it in a search and rescue mission on a boat in the Kuskokwim River during a windy and rainy night here in rural Alaska this weekend. Worked without fail. Very bright light, saw our target (broken down motor boat with 2 people aboard) from a long way off. I'm sure my light was heavenly to them.
292903
I am not sure if Streamlight rates it as water resistant, but it's sealed with O rings and I have used mine in the rain a few times and it still works fine.
1638491
It's water resistant, I wouldn't take it underwater though. Rain should be no problem for these lights...
1315025
I have no idea if these are waterproof but I would suspect that they are not. They are bright enough to light something but I believe that I would bite the bullet and buy a light designed for underwater use.
2193503
I have used it in the rain with no issues but I would not plan to submerge the light.
221050
the light has a rubber ring that prevent moisture from getting in the battery but i do not think it's submersible. might want to ask the mfg.
678642
It performs very well in low light, but not in a total darkness. It is not weatherproof.
1744479
Not without some protection. It's not waterproof. I have it pointing out of a window, which creates an issue with the infra-red lights reflecting back on the glass. I solved that with a black card cutting out only enough for the camera hole. With the streetlight I can see enough out side for my purposes.