Is it waterproof? So many of these solar lights break after one or a few rains.
1822386
All the lights different lights I am using from MicroSolar have been sitting in the rain without issues. I am in Southern Califorrnia and it doesn't rain much here.
1822387
Had mine outside in both rain and snow for about 2 months, still works fine.
1822388
mounted this over my barn door a few months ago. It has been rained, sleeted, and snowed on and is still functioning. Just remember these things don't replace a flood light or mercury bulb. This was a quick fix to get some light near a barn that has no electricity.
1822389
No. Water leaked into the battery compartment. I drained it before it was completely damaged and sealed it myself. I think one of the two I bought is still damaged.
1822390
Seems to be waterproof, although my light unit is under a roof overhang. If in doubt, you might Put a bead of silicone where water might invade. Works great, and is a good unit. Like the feature of not having a motion sensor to worry about and fail, as they all seem to do. So far, so good
1257795
Yes it is waterproof and weather proof. However it is certainly not bright. The 28 LED advertised is somewhat misleading. It is like holding a candle in a large forest.
1303349
Insufficiently sealed in my direct experience. It rained lightly here three or four days after installation and water collected around the solar panel and it stopped working. Sealing just the back panel (which is critical, as there's a keyhole mounting hole that's *OPEN TO THE INSIDE* in the back panel) is apparently not sufficient. Seal around the solar panel too.
1638491
It's water resistant, I wouldn't take it underwater though. Rain should be no problem for these lights...
359538
I live in Colorado. The lights have been subjected to rain and snow. No problems. Be advised, however, if the solar panel is covered with snow, light can't reach the solar panel so the lights will not go on at night. Keep the solar panel cleared of snow.
653557
I watched them glowing last night as the rain from hurricane Arthur poured down. I have had them outside non-stop for several months with no problem. I had some similar lights from I bought from LL Bean and I left them out for 3+ years, winter and summer.
217174
Mine has been in a dooway outdoors where no water can reach it. Had it for 2 months and no problems so far. Very useful when visitors come to the front door. However, this light is not waterproof or even water resistant. If exposed to rain I am sure it will fail or get rusty.
1997848
This light is NOT waterproof. I'm not sure about the warranty. It is the brightest light I own.
1882091
The instruction sheet says: "Although the lamp may be used outdoors, it is not water-proof and should be stored in a clean, dry environment."So, I wouldn't leave it outside all the time, and definitely wouldn't want it to get rained on. High winds could also blow it over and perhaps roll it some distance, as well, which would likely damage it.
850504
I think that the unit is water resistant which is NOT waterproof. The light is recharged via a USB slot and therefore prone to some possible water seepage. There is a rubber insert that slots into the USB port but that can be dislodged if not inserted carefully and therefore could expose the unit to possible water leakage.
1220235
I have used it exclusively outdoors. I installed about 5 of them. 1 of them went out almost immediately. The others have worked well for about a year now. My lights are under the eaves of the house, and therefore not exposed directly to rain.
466902
I find that the light is water resistant. It held up fine in a drizzle during one of my rides. The battery compartment is well sealed by the fine threading used. It is an all metal body for the light. The push button switch used to operate the different modes is inside a rubber nipple. I would not be afraid to use this light in a rainstorm.
1740839
Mine was not waterproof. I have it mounted on my boat on T-Top well above water. Rain easily gets inside and you can see moisture. It still works, but not for unprotected outdoor use without additional sealing. It does put out a lot of light, but for .10 of silicone it could have been waterproof and much better.
523907
I am not sure, the light only opens on one end and there is an "O" ring there, but I can't say for sure that it is waterproof. thanks.
295544
If by that you mean "is it water proof", almost nothing electrical that isn't sealed is safe for outdoor use. On the other hand it is ruggedly built with an on-off switch to turn on-off electrical power. But I wouldn't leave it outside in the rain.
1560955
I don't belive it is waterproof. We use it indoors and I use it for my orchids. I do spray them, but avoid getting the water on the bulbs.
433136
They are waterproof from rain that you might encounter on the trail, but haven't tried to soak them in water. Like I said in my post, they might not be the best lights in the market, but they are a great BANG-for-the-BUCS ($$) kinda lights. Have worked perfect for my needs.