My panel is outdoors on the side of the house. Has anyone installed one outdoors? Is it that large, the spec indicates 6.5 x 8.3 x 8 inches.
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I have this unit on the outside panel, of course its partially protected by roof overhang. unless you've handle high voltage repairs/installs before I would have an electrician do this! after all, you're not surge protected...
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With instruction manual in hand, it states can be intended for indoor or outside use. It also states to install with weatherproof fittings if mounted outsided. Hope this helps.
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I installed this exact model outdoors about 9 months ago. Works fine with no problems. It measures about 4x4x3.5 inches. Richard
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I would suggest that an electrician would be the best one to consult about this. Mine is installed indoors in my basement and was installed by my electrician. I believe that just calling up a local electrician could get you an answer at no cost! It only took my electrician a couple of minutes to install mine - but I was replacing one that had taken a bullet and done its' job protecting my well pump and other utilities! Better to lose the unit from a bad hit, than to lose the more expensive mechanicals!I'm not sure if a first-time install is as quick or as simple. Yes, the unit is measured correctly - while the box itself may measure slightly smaller, the extensions for connecting make the specs listed realistic for your purposes.
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I just installed a 7 panel in a 8 deep(camper to edge of deck) x 12 long space(length of camper). I don't see how an 8 could work unless I am missing something. If you are 12 wide there is no way an 8 would work, it would be too wide.
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Hi,This charge controller is not weather proof, therefor we do not recommend putting it outside.It is better for the controller to be closer to the battery than to the panel.Thanks,RenogyTO
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These are proprietary to this panel, but get another set of Z brackets (regular ones) in case you need extra support at any other point. I used a a 6"x6" block of composite deck planking (fake wood used for decks) under each bracket, slathered with roofing tar as the base screwed to the roof. (From Lowes... and I got the flat one, not the ribbed one) This gave me more room to get perfect panel location since I used four panels for my array. This also allows you and extra inch of airspace under each panel for summer ventilation. Make sure you get good stainless steel screws long enough to penetrate fully and securely.
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Its a large rectangle 20 feet long by 16 wide. It is actually two piece sown together down the middle. The drawback to this is that the weight of the canopy makes it sag a bit in the middle. Especially after rain. The trick I've found is to purchase the proper mounting hardware so you can really get maximum tension to the posts (and use something that won't bend or flex, like a pipe or big tree. I also ran a 5th cable under the middle just to hold the dang thing up. We're quite happy with it. It does let some light through, so don't expect 100% shade.
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The only problem as I see it is getting secure electrical power to the unit that's mounted outdoors. Then how do you protect the unit from the elements? My answer to your question is probably "NO"! Perhaps this manufacturer makes an outdoor unit to fulfill your need. Good Luck!
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Sorry it took me a little while - the panel itself measures 15 1/2 x 25 1/2 in. with the charge controller on one end, overall 15 1/2 x 28 in.
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Yes it should be about a one inch square solar panel. It has a film over it to protect it.
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Thanks for your inquiry. The panel can be left outside, however the charge controller cannot be left outside.
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I can't say for outdoor use, but with all my curtains(one side of my wall is entirely windows about 8 ft high x 22 ft wide) wide open with all the city lights outside the windows, it looks amazing with vibrant colors and sharpness even before the sun completely sets down. I would imagine it would still be great for an outdoor use given that there are no major light sources around after the sunset. The projector is a short-throw so I don't know if that would become an issue for you. It produces 135 inch from only about 15 feet away.
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Had mine hooked up on the front dash of my Dodge van for a few months. Wasn't able to keep the battery fully charged [it's a conversion van with a small electrical drain somewhere] so am using a 120 volt battery maintainer. The panel held up fine though even with the heat of the windshield.
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I have 2 panels on the side and 4 panels across the front and another 2 panels on the other side. I drilled a 5/8 inch whole in the top of both sides of all the panels; I then pushed a PVC pipe through all 4 panels for some strength. I painted the pipe brown so as not to be seen.
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Mine is 68w x 48h so it might be a bit big. No rips, tares anywhere! Held up this winter & our area was rated worst in the country (Toledo, OH).Hope this helps.
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This is the second panel I have purchased for an RV that sits fir several months at a time. I have not had any luck with either a 15w or this 30w. I suspect it is because I have a power leak in the system that drains the battery. If you buy this panel you should also install a switch that isolates the battery when not in use. That is what I plan to do this winter. I think it will work then.
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Thanks everyone for your answers, this is very helpful. Looks like Honeywell needs to correct their measurements for the doorbell unit, it's even incorrect on their website. Just couldn't imagine a 4"x6"doorbell! I will go ahead and order both indoor/outdoor units since the reviews are so positive.
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I have these lights and I have them on my back porch which faces west. There are lots of trees and obstructed sun. My lights seem to work into the wee hours of the morning. My suggestion is to place the solar panel in a southerly direction to maximize its ability to collect light.
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The fixture was too big for our space so we sent it back. Hope you get good answers.