HI, How waterproof is this panel? Can I have it on deck of a sea kayak for a two weeks trip? Rain, salt spay + occaisional wave over it? Thank you!
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sorry. Amazon is not to together. it was not enough watts for my solar generator. I sent it back. salt water will ruin it. make sure the it's enough watts for what your using it for. water , waves trashing it will cause it to probely short out and ruin it. use a panel and make sure the electrical connections are water proof.
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I don't see why not... Make sure your connections are water tight. be sure not to fold it. It must be rolled or flat.
1858618
I have had the panel attached to the upper surface of a seat in my dinghy for a season with no problems through rain, salt spray, seagull poop.
122542
i have not gotten mine wet and do not believe it is "waterproof". if tkaing it on a boat I would put it in a waterproof container.
1987887
Would not recommend in open air in the elements when not in use (i.e., rain, etc) as there is a motor/exhaust on the side (top if cooler is on its side like the photo I see while writing this). Also if boat is in ocean/salt water expect corrosion over time on the internal electronics. We use ours in car / in hotel rooms.
2027335
I think it's water proof. I mounted mine on the chassis and it is working fine. Only had in use for a few weeks now.
1386703
No, not weather proof. Need a weather proof enclosure or box rated for exterior use. do not attempt to use a regular panel, only those rated for generator use.
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The switch is not wet location rated, but it can be used with a weatherproof box and cover. The switch may fail prematurely if you're in a humid area.
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I've had this installed for about two months now at the bottom of my deck out in the weather. It has been rained on several times including all last night and right now, and has been snowed on once. So far...so good. I have been thinking about rigging a cover for it though. I don't see it as flimsy really, considering the price.
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It has been installed outside for couple months and still works fine. I guess it is waterproof at least; not sure if it is weather proof.Make sure your area with good sunshine to use it.
772256
i'm not an experienced enough with kayak's to take this into the ocean. if there were any waves i would have problems. maybe after a few months of using the kayak. if your experienced i would say yes.
1149598
There is an O-ring where it attaches to the panel, but there's nothing else that would make me think it is waterproof. It could likely handle a splash or two but I don't think I would trust it to be waterproof.
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I have mine under an awning, so it gets rained on a little and still works. It's technically outside, but I wouldn't call it waterproof.
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It's not really weather PROOF, per se, but it is fairly well weather resistant. I have had mine out in a moderate rain storm with no problems. I think kayaking, carefully, with it would not be a problem. I do not think that water would get inside just from splashes, but submerging it would still cause problems I think. Also, I would be more worried about the salt in the water. After getting it home I'd clean it very thoroughly if it is exposed to salt water. In the end, if it were me, I would still get some kind of bag or housing for mine if I were to want to take it salt water kayaking, in case of submersion and the salt water. It's not really weather PROOF, per se, but it is fairly well weather resistant. I have had mine out in a moderate rain storm with no problems. I think kayaking, carefully, with it would not be a problem. I do not think that water would get inside just from splashes, but submerging it would still cause problems I think. Also, I would be more worried about the salt in the water. After getting it home I'd clean it very thoroughly if it is exposed to salt water. In the end, if it were me, I would still get some kind of bag or housing for mine if I were to want to take it salt water kayaking, in... » Read More It's not really weather PROOF, per se, but it is fairly well weather resistant. I have had mine out in a moderate rain storm with no problems. I think kayaking, carefully, with it would not be a problem. I do not think that water would get inside just from splashes, but submerging it would still cause problems I think. Also, I would be more worried about the salt in the water. After getting it home I'd clean it very thoroughly if it is exposed to salt water. In the end, if it were me, I would still get some kind of bag or housing for mine if I were to want to take it salt water kayaking, in case of submersion and the salt water. « Show Less
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The bottom is open to the elements so its is far from water proof but it will keep the rain and snow off your LP tanks. we are on the second season with ours and it still looks new. the top hatch doesn't have a seal but closes tight.
113219
Mine has been waterproof. I have had it on my Kayak for 2 years now and its always dry as a bone when I take it out. Its sitting outside in full weather too.
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It rained a good bit for 3 days before the season began, where our blind was set up here in Texas. When I checked the blind the morning after the rain, our chairs inside were dry. There was some light moisture on the inside of the roof, but that may have just been condensation. I cannot say that it is waterproof, but I was very pleased with how it performed during that heavy rain (heavy for Texas). Very pleased with this blind.
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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
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Hi, I don't know if the entire unit is waterproof/resistant. I've had the panel exposed to morning dew and it was fine, but I don't know if rain or water were to get into the usb connector if it would continue to function properly. It might be worth trying to DIY waterproof to the usb connector.Good luck...sorry I didn't have a straightforward answer for you.