can this be mounted outside on top of car trailer in the weather or only for inside use?
1804161
I only use mine inside car on front dash, Not sure if rated for external mounting.
1804162
As bizarre as it seems for a solar panel, the instructions for this unit say it can't be exposed to the elements.
1804163
It is reasonably weather-proof. I kept it outside for 10 months, though there isn't much rain here. I lubricated the edges where the "screen" meets the plastic trim with a grease (just any grease that you have laying around). Don't smear the whole screen, just cover the seam. Make sure your put the panel on a few degrees slope so water won't be pooling on it.
682604
Not sure I would mount it outside unless it was enclosed. It would be very easy to disconnect and drain it for winter storage.
1602493
The paperwork says for outdoor use only, but I use it in my shed with no problem. To be safe, don't sleep with it on
277081
Not sure it's meant for outdoor use. I would think it would be fine as long as it doesn't get rwined on.
915983
Could be used outside in sheltered position but recommend treatment to protect hinges/ areas susceptible to corrosion. We mounted ours inside in shared hallways, which avoids any "unwanted" attention. Good luck.
1530687
Believe this is indoor only. Usually it says in description if it can be used outdoors.
1353377
We mounted it on the top of the camper shell because we pull a trailer behind. It can be mounted on the bumper or on the top of the cab. Mountable most anywhere and it is heavy duty so it can take vibrations. Hope this helps. We love ours.
2088019
It is designed for indoor use only. The construction is not water tight. However, I have one mounted outdoors in a covered porch area. Its been going strong for about 6 months now. If you can keep the rain off it, you might be fine.
2283223
I doubt that it is rated for outdoor use. Perhaps in a weather-protected enclosure you could.
2064997
Yes, we use ours in our RV. It sits on the dashboard. It is not weatherproof!
1315499
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.
1534674
I agree with other feedback. I would NOT use this where it is exposed to weather. I keep mine on the south facing dash of my infrequently used truck to keep the remote and security system from draining the battery dead.
1622115
I use it for outside. It's plastic, so weather won't affect it all that much, although it could crack from extreme heat or cold. Then again, any plastic will do the same thing. It seems well made, and holds a lot of weight, me.
706129
The housing is for indoor use and outdoor situations in which they are protected from rain and snow: If you place them under an eve, for example, they would be fine outdoors - or inside of a waterproof enclosure. The mount is table-top type.
521909
Sure you can use it outdoors. It has a small battery box on it that would probably be completely ruined, but you are free to put the thing any place you want. Just don't expect it to last long out there if it starts raining...
736102
I would not install it outside unless you can cover the unit from the weather.
364540
It could be mounted on the outside. I'm not positive if its water resistan but If it is I'm sure it will probably rust a little. I have little tit on my windows and mounted it inside and it's extremely bright even through the tint!