Can solar panel get wet .....ex: rain...spinklers .....
1183041
Yes the panel can get wet, but works best in bright sun not clouds. I had to move/tilt panel to keep in direct sun.
1183042
Don't buy this product, the pump not run at all, I install and outside the sun for hours. Wasting time and money.
1652104
The manufacturer doesn't make any claims about the unit being waterproof, and I've never left mine out in the rain. The individual panels are covered with some sort of clear plastic material that looks like it would keep out water from the face, but the entire rest of the unit is made of a woven nylon fabric that doesn't look like it would keep out moisture at all. In fact it look like it might just sponge it up and hold it, exposing the wires that are inside connecting the four panels, as well as the 5v USB ports in inside the pouch to water. My guess is that letting it get wet (even in a light rain) would be a bad thing. I would not even recommend leaving it out over night where dew is a factor. The manufacturer doesn't make any claims about the unit being waterproof, and I've never left mine out in the rain. The individual panels are covered with some sort of clear plastic material that looks like it would keep out water from the face, but the entire rest of the unit is made of a woven nylon fabric that doesn't look like it would keep out moisture at all. In fact it look like it might just sponge it up and hold it, exposing the wires that are inside connecting the four panels, as well as the 5v USB ports in inside the pouch to water. My guess is that letting it get wet (even in a... » Read More The manufacturer doesn't make any claims about the unit being waterproof, and I've never left mine out in the rain. The individual panels are covered with some sort of clear plastic material that looks like it would keep out water from the face, but the entire rest of the unit is made of a woven nylon fabric that doesn't look like it would keep out moisture at all. In fact it look like it might just sponge it up and hold it, exposing the wires that are inside connecting the four panels, as well as the 5v USB ports in inside the pouch to water. My guess is that letting it get wet (even in a light rain) would be a bad thing. I would not even recommend leaving it out over night where dew is a factor. « Show Less
1602275
The solar panel is water resistant, but the electronic module that holds the batteries is not.
1579995
Not a chance... this thing is very well built. Just installed mine less than a week ago. Poured rain last three days. Totally dry within.
585334
Rain from the sides will not get into the electrical panel area as long as the electrical covering skirt is properly installed. It wraps around the adjacent sides of the electrical panel, which blocks sideways rain and also keeps the flap from lifting in high winds. This is the key area to keep dry. The rest should remain open so that the generator can breath and will not overheat.
1765136
I have not had it in the rain but I don't see how water could get through; however if you have wind with rain you may get wet from the sides.
1608862
No. The solar panel needs direct sunlight to fully charge and function properly. I had this same issue and so I relocated solar light to get direct sun and purchased a battery operated light for the area not receiving direct sun.
996497
No the battery compartment isnt sealed so water could get in if directly exposed to rain. But I had mine attached under a tarp for 3 months and many hard rain storms with out any problems.
2138237
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.
161831
The motor is totally enclosed, so I can't see how it could get wet. I would take precautions with the battery pack. I keep mine away from water, but if you get caught in the rain you should be fine.
1878095
Since solar cover just rests on pool, the rain just flows into the pool. There is very little water on top of cover.
2253426
Yes, I would think so. You can raise the solar panel in the direction of sun as shown in its picture. But certainly possibility of water leak is a concern on flat surface.
235327
Completely. Like all modern solar panels there is an electrical box on the back of the panel where the pigtails come out of, but as long as you dont have it mounted upside down it will be fine.... I have 4 currently outside in the rain etc. 2 on solar electric fence chargers and 2 on a solar space heater, those two have been outside for over a year now in the harsh Maine environment and so far they are holding up just the same as my larger pqnels on my house.
701398
They do say that they are waterproof, where I have put mine they will not get wet. The power supply is not water proof so you would have to find a safe place for that. If you do purchase, I highly recommend the little black clips to hang them instead of the sticky back. Good luck!
389262
Yes, if under an overhang or something. Cannot be directly exposed to rain.
553504
I would not think so. The unit is well built and fairly robust, but it has openings for the enclosure vent fan and panel slides. I would not use mine in a rain event.
994021
Is this a serious question? Have you ever heard of a solar panel that works in the shade? Yes, of course. Anything blocking the sun creates what we call shade/shadows. Solar panels do not work in the shade. If you find one that does, please let me know. I will buy them all for resell. Lol