I would like to use this box to protect my D-link security camera for installing outside in the weather -- has anyone else done this?
1366733
I used the house to protect a wireless driveway motion detector. It works fine, nice and dry. A camera would also work if the power cord wiring is not a problem
1366734
No, but that is a great idea. But then you would have to deter Cardinals and squirrels. And what about their rights to privacy(joking).
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Yes...it has a lip around the lid that overlaps the box which provides protection from moisture. I have used it outside in the weather for months now with no problems.
116579
Yes, I've done similar set ups, I used a weatherproof Hofmann electrical box with seal tight grommets to keep out the moisture. It's mounted in close proximity to an active sprinkler head and has performed without issue...when I need to use is. (Holidays only)
220115
It's not listed as an outdoor cable on the box or the casing, and I wouldn't expose it directly to the elements. I have installed it under a covered eve without any issue, but not exposed to direct sunlight.
534776
ADT mounted these around my home, outside. I've had no problems with these. But I still wrapped the connections to protect them from the weather with protective tape around the connectors.
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Mine is mounted outside but in a covered location. I'm not sure if it weatherproof but I suspect that Square D can answer that better than I.
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I use them outside, but they need a front enclosure ...to protect from the weather
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I prob wouldn't recommend it. There are cameras designed for outdoor use that are sealed properly from moisture and other potential damage.
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All my cameras are outside, but I mount them under the eaves of the house, where rain cannot get on them or the power supply for them. An alternative might be some kind of dome cover, but optics might be affected, and condensation would need to be controlled. I am in a relatively dry area, with low humidity, so my setup works for me. Different weather conditions could raise additional problems. My cameras did well over the winter...it does get cold here.
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It will not hold up outdoors in the elements unless you can mount it under an eve or some other place where it will be out of the weather. It is not weather proof. I would suggest not using this outdoors. I have used one in a basement for several years now and the quality is equal to many other cameras that I have. Works great indoors to disguise as a camera. Nobody pays any attention to it which was my intention.
2210915
The system i bought is a little different, so its hard to say. I think if it was me i would at least keep it out of the weather, maybe a small vented box, plywood, plastic.
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I don't think the box is designed to protect from the elements, your camera itself should be safe in the elements with or without the box. the box is designed to protect your camera from thieves.
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Hi, I didn't really use this as I returned it because according to the manual, it can not be installed in places where the cameras are exposed to heat & moisture. I had planned placing this on my backyard, but outside, it can get up to 115 degrees (Vegas heat) and monsoon rain during the summer months.
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The steel box is not weather tight. There is no watertight seal of any kind on the cover. I would not use it outside.
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not made for outdoors. Use this dome located here @ http://www.amazon.com/Encloser-Loftek-Wansview-Surveillance-Security/dp/B005XU7OL0. This will protect your camera
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The manufacturer doesn't list outdoor use for the camera. My opinion is that it is not weather proof in any way. It would probably work if enclosed in a glass or acrylic bubble however this unit is quite big and very wide when taking the antenna mount into consideration. I have one in a bay window with three panes and that works extremely well for 180 degree outside views.
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I don't know how waterproof box is. However the cable is pretty sturdy, it has a loop on one end, and a metal tab on other. You would slip loop through fence then push other end through loop, to secure to fence or rail etc. then with box unlocked the tab goes into box, small hole in rear, allows box to shut and lock.I have mind secured to front seat of my car, for emergency cash and band aids and stuff. But as stated don't know how waterproof it is or safe to be exposed to outside elements.