Is anyone using these outside or know if these have been so rated? I am concerned about high and low temperature extremes of the USA midwest. Thanks!
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dear igor,(eu=230 V ) i always use two in series connected, use the bulb only gets a little warm. the fixture stays cool and close to room temperature. the incandescent bulbs heat the fixture enough i can keep my hand on it for long! a cool LED bulb probably means a good heat sink/transfer system and a reliable long life. at least that's how I see it.all the best from vienna walter
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We haven't used them outside and, sorry, don't know if they are so rated :-(
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From the Rambus website: "Innovative new lamps that deliver the light output of a traditional lamp with the energy efficiency, durability & reliability of advanced LED solutions & optical technology. Capable of lasting up to 25,000 hours & operating at a fraction of the power of traditional lamps, these high-quality designs meet & exceed the energy & environmental requirements of many of today's indoor/outdoor lighting applications." Rambus, the bulb's designer/manufacturer, apparently views its bulbs as suitable for indoor/outdoor use. It goes on to say on its specifications sheet that the bulb is "suitable for usage in damp locations". From the Rambus website: "Innovative new lamps that deliver the light output of a traditional lamp with the energy efficiency, durability & reliability of advanced LED solutions & optical technology. Capable of lasting up to 25,000 hours & operating at a fraction of the power of traditional lamps, these high-quality designs meet & exceed the energy & environmental requirements of many of today's indoor/outdoor lighting applications." Rambus, the bulb's designer/manufacturer, apparently views its bulbs as suitable for indoor/outdoor use. It goes on to say on its specifications... » Read More From the Rambus website: "Innovative new lamps that deliver the light output of a traditional lamp with the energy efficiency, durability & reliability of advanced LED solutions & optical technology. Capable of lasting up to 25,000 hours & operating at a fraction of the power of traditional lamps, these high-quality designs meet & exceed the energy & environmental requirements of many of today's indoor/outdoor lighting applications." Rambus, the bulb's designer/manufacturer, apparently views its bulbs as suitable for indoor/outdoor use. It goes on to say on its specifications sheet that the bulb is "suitable for usage in damp locations". « Show Less
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From the Rambus website: "Innovative new lamps that deliver the light output of a traditional lamp with the energy efficiency, durability & reliability of advanced LED solutions & optical technology. Capable of lasting up to 25,000 hours & operating at a fraction of the power of traditional lamps, these high-quality designs meet & exceed the energy & environmental requirements of many of today's indoor/outdoor lighting applications." Rambus, the bulb's designer/manufacturer, apparently views its bulbs as suitable for indoor/outdoor use. It goes on to say on its specifications sheet that the bulb is "suitable for usage in damp locations".
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I wouldn't trust them to be weather resistant, the item isn't marketed as such and what you see in the picture is what you get, the connections would be at risk of damage if they were to get wet.
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Hi, what has the temperature been outside your home lately? I have my lights installed for over 6 years without a problem but two sets have been acting up lately by not coming on or not going off. We have had frigid temps in the NE for over a month. Might be related.
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I am located in Arizona so my experience is with respect to high temperatures. They do get water due to the sprinkles and I had no problems. So I see no problems under rain but snow conditions may bring a different response primarily at subzero temperatures. In any case they are very well built and the LED is well protected
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Has anyone used these for their dogs? I have two very furry pups. They are suffering as soon as it hits around 75 degrees.
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No problem, they are great here in Phoenix. Have them out all summer long in 110 degree temperaturesand sometimes higher. Best hoses I have ever owned. I have four of them and wouldn't have anything else.
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I wish I could tell you. Mine are not super tight & it's been super cold where I am & I have found them to be good. Granted--on one case I did add hand warmers but it was 4-degrees & windy.
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I live in Vermont... It's cold here... last winter we were frequently in the -15°F range... These operate on watch batteries - 2nd winter running and I haven't changed them yet. My only suggestion is be careful mounting them with screws, if it's cold and you over-tighten the screw you crack the mounting plate.
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I have never trried to protect them from the heat. I think they are rated for 500 degrees.The only thing you do have to protect them is from water. Do not put them in the dishwasherand be carefull not to get water in the end that the wire goes into.
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I live in TX and it gets very hot here. They have stayed on and worked well for us. I read some reviews about the corners being bent, but ours stuck completely to the window, so maybe that is the difference. If you get them and they don't flatten out completely, exchange or return them immediately.
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I can tell you that they can withstand the heat of summer in Pennsylvania -- we've had them outside all summer and they performed perfectly.Not sure about the cold -- we're just heading into the first winter that we've had them outside.
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Not sure, im in new orleans and its 100+ outside with lots of humidity and they are fine. Doesn't get very cold here
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I live in California normaly warm but has been 23 and they still work. I am not positive but high heat I would think would be more concern.
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I have had 2 of these outside for about 2 years now. They are under the eaves by my front door and in front of my garage out of the worst of the weather. They have worked flawlessly. However, I would not suggest exposing them directly to the elements.
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I have used them for frost protection, and they have worked well. Except last year was an exceptionally heavy frost and they did not save the plants. Since i live in Southern California, that was probably a mild frost by MA standards!
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Yes, the temperature probably should be above about 50 degrees. Higher would be better. I installed mine when the outside temperature was about 80. They are real well stuck.
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I live in Arizona where it reaches above 110 outside, and I havn't had any problems with these speakers. As far as extreme cold, that I really can't help you with.