What is the operating temperature range? Can it withstand the heat if mounted flat on a dashboard -- a parked can get upwards of 120+ degrees inside.
606251
While I can't directly answer the operating temperature range, I can say that I have mine mounted in the dash, and it's weathered a 110 degree summer and below 0 winter. Almost a year in and it's still working like a charm.
606252
It can certainly handle 120+ degrees. Mine, and many other marine uses, are in direct sunlight.
535119
Your gear ratio will depend on how hot it will get. Normal operating temp for that device is 140 to 160 anything above that your going to start asking for problems
1909250
This is actually tricky. The manual says Temperature Range is 32 - 446 degree F. But it also states that the operational temperature range is 32 - 122 degrees F, which is much lower. I have experienced it giving an error when exposed to steam, which puts it above the "operational" temperature. So this thermometer is definitely NOT practical if it will be exposed to above 122.
1106909
About 400F. I say "about" because there seems to be a few marks above where the numbers are but that is essentially the range.
492421
I am not sure... But I usually put hot coffee in it for my commute into work... And I set it up for 120° which seems to be about the perfect temperature ....that does not take long at all
1945959
I live in the north. Cold winters and hot humid summers. I have it going on two years seven moths and I have never taken it out of the car. Summer temperatures in my car hit 130 degrees sometimes and It is still working great.
1541080
Hi there. My experience with this unit is that it can get pretty hot. 600 degrees. The problem is that if you cook at that temp a lot the unit won't be all that durable. I think for the price this is a great grill but it will self destruct above 500 degrees.
1987362
The unit doesn't get hot - approximately 100 to 110 degree's when in use if kept well ventilated. Under an auto seat is more then enough space for good ventilation. Might be a good idea to occasionally check that the vents in unit haven't somehow gotten blocked. (Very small amount of heat when you consider a humans normal temp 98.6)
155527
It is very flexible. I bought one to use on the dashboard of my car to set my GPS on. This did not work, my dashboard has a textured surface and the pad would not adhere to it. I do think it would adhere well to smooth surfaces if anti-slip is what you are looking for. From my limited experience with silicone rubber, 350-480 degrees F is usually the range for recommended upper operating temperatures depending on the silicone rubber formulation used. I think 600 degrees F may be on the edge of failure.
1987363
The unit doesn't get hot - approximately 100 to 110 degree's when in use if kept well ventilated.Under an auto seat is more then enough space for good ventilation. Might be a good idea to occasionally check that the vents in unit haven't somehow gotten blocked. (Very small amount of heat when you consider a humans normal temp 98.6)
157041
Not long enough for an outback Subaru. But do not bother to buy that stuff. I bought two and both died after six weeks of use. The temperature range is -10 to +50 celsisus. If you live in California you might win. Anywhere in the north and you lose.
578198
The critical temperature is around 150 F. Doesn't matter how you get there. I use a heat lamp.
704843
I've had two different kamados that have thermometers capable of reading to 700 degrees pegged well beyond where they read to. It's definitely capable of reaching some pretty high temps!
280899
80-90 is not too bad, though the dashboard scenario is probably NOT a good idea, since dash temperatures probably move closer to 100+ degrees. It's an unfortunate fact, leading to a sub-optimal partnership, that batteries don't do well with too much heat, and solar panels need the sun. Even Li-ion and li-po batteries (which utilize less electrolyte than, say, a lead-acid battery) are affected by heat. Heat will SHORTEN the life of a battery while temporarily boosting efficiency by reducing the internal resistance (less resistance = more current). If you charge in 80-90 degree heat, try to keep your Opteka OFF the ground, if possible, maximizing air flow around it. If you continue to expose your battery to high temperatures, you are guaranteed to reduce its life. Nitty Gritty details : http://batteryuniversity.com/learn/article/discharging_at_high_and_low_temperatures P.S. I charge mine on the window sill of my office, where it gets only afternoon sun (about 3 hours). It stays cool, but won't charge to over 3 bars.
508265
Only when outside temp is 70 degrees or cooler. It is delivered UPS and their trucks get hot inside.
314708
The temperature range on the unit is TOTALLY dependent on the ambient temperature. The key point is that the unit can only cool to a maximum differential (ambient to internal) of 35 degrees. So, if the ambient is 75 degrees, it could conceivably cool to 45 degrees. My unit has proven that actual case. However, if the ambient is 86 degrees, the unit will only cool to 51 degrees. I have also seen that condition with my unit.
580059
I've had them operate well at over 100°F (mounted in shade). Have not had them exposed below 4°F but they did fine there, too.