can you mount this outside and leave it in the rain for several years?
1024670
There are electrical connections required to heat the water, but if you insulate them sufficiently against any moisture, there's no reason why you can't leave it outside. Caveat: the sun may cause the plastic to discolor and break down sooner than if the unit is stored indoors.
1024671
I don't know. I haven't mounted mine yet, I need a professional to put it together for me. It is not as easy as it sounds to mount it by the way.
1670295
I haven't used it in the rain, but I've definitely used it after it rained. I actually have it permenantly bolted to a car trailer that sits outside. I've had no issues.
666861
It will work where ever you put it. If you want to mount it outside where it is exposed to the elements, the company has a exterior magnetic case available.
1109653
It is not weather proof, so if it was mounted outside the operational life would probably be quite short.
1902716
I think it could be mounted outdoors easily. That said, you might risk rust in a few places where the gate latches.
559643
Yes, I purchased this item and it is mounted outside and looks great. It can be mounted to any surface.
162835
Yes indeed. I have had mine outside in rain and snow for the past year or more. Just make sure it is snapped closed!
1431677
Yes, it's designed to mount outdoors. There are two holes in the base that you can use to secure it to something.
1932439
I keep mine outside but it is under cover of my overhang so it is not in the rain. Winter store it on garage and still use it when weather is nice
1350810
Technically speaking, this is not an outdoor camera. However, contrary to what others may tell you or you may read, it can be placed outside if you mount it where it will not be exposed to direct or wind driven rain. Three of my six FI8918W cameras have been mounted outside for three years and they continue to function flawlessly. They have been exposed to extremes of temperature from below zero to nearly 100F as well as the high humidity of fog. They're doing just fine. Mount your camera on a covered porch, carport, or under a protected eave and it will be OK. Also, try mounting it upside down with a six inch diameter piece of rubber sheeting (available at Home Depot in the plumbing section) sandwiched between the base of the camera and the mount. The rubber will act as a drip shield.
1594876
I've never tried but it is a solid piece of equipment so as long as there is no rain I would say go for it!
510303
I never leave it out in the rain, mainly because of the wind. They do suggest, however, that you can waterproof it by spraying it with Scotchguard or similar product and letting it dry before installation.
261404
It can be mounted outside but recommends somewhere somewhat shielded. I mounted mine on a cross beam above the spare tire so it's tucked away. It does have air vents so not sure how water tight it is. Easy install.
999880
I think it would be hard to do. I try to plan the job after a rain when the ground is a little softer. Maybe you could also build something to mount on top somehow
1934340
Absolutely. I wouldn't leave it out in the rain though the legs are metal they might rust a little.
891144
The beam is covered with a suede material that I would not leave outside to get wet. I do not see a reason you could not take it outside to use as long as you did not leave it out for rain or sun damage.
2192952
Yes, it can be left outdoors in the rain, but we like to bring it indoors if we're expecting very heavy rain, just to be safe. I wouldn't leave it out in the winter if your area gets cold and snowy.