Would you recommend this for outdoor use? If not, is there a way to protect it from the elements?
1957616
I have had 2 of these outside for about 2 years now. They are under the eaves by my front door and in front of my garage out of the worst of the weather. They have worked flawlessly. However, I would not suggest exposing them directly to the elements.
1957617
Definitely not for outdoor. Check out this one. Same feature but for outdoor.http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0047CKAN4?cache=40d06dd27a98aca3bc47a468517e9a74#ref=pd_aw_sim_p_1
1957618
As others have already stated, this is not an outdoor rated camera. Having said that, I have 2 outdoors one in Texas and the other in Colorado. They are protected by being mounted under porches. I am VERY surprised at how well they have worked ... even at temperatures below zero. My only real complaint is the colors are not very good. The greens of trees are showing as browns and reds. Blue of skies is good. If pointing thru a windows, you will need to turn off the infrared. If infrared is on, it reflects on the glass making it useless.All in all, for the price, these are great cameras! As others have already stated, this is not an outdoor rated camera. Having said that, I have 2 outdoors one in Texas and the other in Colorado. They are protected by being mounted under porches. I am VERY surprised at how well they have worked ... even at temperatures below zero. My only real complaint is the colors are not very good. The greens of trees are showing as browns and reds. Blue of skies is good. If pointing thru a windows, you will need to turn off the infrared. If infrared is on, it reflects on the glass making it useless.All in all, for the price, these are great... » Read More As others have already stated, this is not an outdoor rated camera. Having said that, I have 2 outdoors one in Texas and the other in Colorado. They are protected by being mounted under porches. I am VERY surprised at how well they have worked ... even at temperatures below zero. My only real complaint is the colors are not very good. The greens of trees are showing as browns and reds. Blue of skies is good. If pointing thru a windows, you will need to turn off the infrared. If infrared is on, it reflects on the glass making it useless.All in all, for the price, these are great cameras! « Show Less
1957619
I have not used it outside it was great inside the house so to pick up movement and sound you can set the sensitivity and will also email you videos or pictures of was being in the house.
1957620
According to specs, I believe it supposedly can take below freezing temps, but you would have to look it up for sure. I think under some kind of cover it would work to protect from rain. Don't put any kind of window pane in front as it reflects the IR. I put it outside over night several times and it caught many neighborhood critters stopping by like cats and deer! I never saw sasquatch or aliens though. Ha ha.
596622
I have not used it outside. Given the low price and free shipping, I'd give it a shot. You'd have to weight the legs or lay it down when not in use if you have wind. You MIGHT think about some silicone to squirt around the connections and beneath bolts as you tighten and then over them once it's done to prevent rain and splashes from getting in and rusting it right away. Also, it's light enough that you could pick it up and move it inside when not in use. Another thing, you could leave out the middle section and make it shorter for kids so they don't pull on a towel and pull it over. None of these things tested, just mentioning them as ideas.
1035669
We left ours up outside for a month or so outside and it did not rust or get damaged. It seems pretty sturdy as long as you keep it staked into the ground..If you get alot of wind you may want to bring it in also.
779362
I use mine outdoors for exactly that same reason. I only cover it when it rains. I got a small tarp and bungee cords to use as cover. I've only had it for the summer and its holding up great outdoors. I do plan to bring it in for the winter season. Hope this helps.
417078
Our grill stays outside. We have a cover for it which I'm sure protects it from the elements and that would be my recommendation to make sure it doesn't corrode in any way. Also, the cover keeps it clean so I would imagine you use a cover anyway.
161275
I have no experience on this. However, I do not think that the unit is for outdoor use. Please consult with the vendor. All the electrical stuffs are up on top of the unit; and the cover on top is not water or weather proof. I also do not know whether the walls will withstand the outdoor weather. Please note that there are units for outdoor use.
119095
Not water resistant at all if it's left outside. Perhaps can withstand a light rain moving from one place to another but that's it. I think you could help it a little with water proofer like what you use on tents, shoes, etc but that's just for a light protection.
2197409
I think it would be best not to leave it outside. Rain and wind would probably damage it. It seems very delicate.
1575912
I don't know if it can because it doesn't specify....I would say not to use it outdoors because it can get damaged by the weather/elements. It doesn't seem sturdy enough to leave outdoors 24/7, but if you put it out only during the day and bring it in if bad weather occurs, I suppose it might be fine. However, I would advise getting one specifically made for outdoors.
2204721
I think it would be great for outdoor use as long as it is sheltered by the rain. Otherwise, its pretty heavy...won't fly away in the wind. I use it on the inside of my slider, it works awesome!
1118060
I wouldn't leave it outside. We bought this for my grandson (who loves it by the way) & while it does get used outside on nice days, it's not left outside due to the fact that the material its made from is not really conducive to the outdoor elements.
946181
it's not designed for true outdoor use but it might work if you can seal up both items. You could possibly seal it a small zip-lock back to keep water out of it, but if it has direct exposure to sunlight (or heat or cold) it might cause it to have some issues.
1989112
I would not recommend this for outdoor use. There are far too many places that moisture could sneak in. However, if you mount it upside down underneath some form of cover that can keep it dry it should be OK. For a while :)
944406
Yes, if it was completely protected from the elements. Rain,wind. it would need a stand or something on each side to support it, like a heavy weight.
1347300
I keep mine inside however, being that it is painted and not exposed metal I would think that it would be fine outside. The only issue I foresee is maybe the rubber drying out over time but you could always tape it up if that happens. I wouldn't worry about keeping it outside.
300863
No. This safe is not weather proof and not really secure at all for any type of outdoor installation. I would never recommend you attempt such a thing.This safe is ok, and I'm glad I have it to hide away some medium-value items to keep away from nosy roommates, babysitters, family members, children, etc. This safe would never deter and would barely slow down an actual criminal. Keep your money in a bank account.
1008388
Yes, that is what its purpose is, outside access. That being said, I would try to put it out of the rain if I could, as well as the sun. Not that it won't handle it, but the plastic would last much longer if it were shaded and protected.