michael.farney wrote: PaulXmas wrote: I was under the impression the boxes are fine outside without any extra protection.
I'm with you on this. I'm not sure why some people are going to all this extra effort when the boxes are watertight with just a screw.
It's more piece of mind really. I realize they are water tight but, if you just take one more step it just puts a little more blockage in the way that water could conceivably sneak in. I put my 2 mounted to a piece of wood under a giant Rubbermaid container out in the yard but, this year I have a different ideas as I'm moving my Controllers around...
Evan
I have 13 of the 9x13 "YourBroadbandStore" cases, and have spent a little time testing them for weather resistance. I considered the foam seal around the door, but when I tried it the seal became deformed and the thing leaked like a seive. They are quite water resistant without any mods. Max is correct about the way the door seals. It's designed to zig-zag and works quite well. I didn't drill through the back of the case when I mounted them. There is a considerable amount of material in the standoffs, so I drilled through them sideways, without penetrating into the case. Then I used nylon wire ties to attach the case to a metal box frame that will become a Christmas present after cutouts of political signs are painted jolly colors and wire tied on. I left 2 of them outside all summer and never found a bit of moisture in them, so IMO... forego the seal and rely on the design as it's a pretty good one.
Jeff
____________________ Evan... Are you at home resting yet? I'm very glad you're feeling better!
Jeff, that is a very good observation that you have in regards to the deformed seal causing it to leak like crazy.
I will not use any aftermarket seal on the LOR boxes. The boxes will be mounted upright, not lying down.
Jeff Millard wrote: I have 13 of the 9x13 "YourBroadbandStore" cases, and have spent a little time testing them for weather resistance. I considered the foam seal around the door, but when I tried it the seal became deformed and the thing leaked like a seive. They are quite water resistant without any mods. Max is correct about the way the door seals. It's designed to zig-zag and works quite well. I didn't drill through the back of the case when I mounted them. There is a considerable amount of material in the standoffs, so I drilled through them sideways, without penetrating into the case. Then I used nylon wire ties to attach the case to a metal box frame that will become a Christmas present after cutouts of political signs are painted jolly colors and wire tied on. I left 2 of them outside all summer and never found a bit of moisture in them, so IMO... forego the seal and rely on the design as it's a pretty good one.
stanward wrote: Jeff, that is a very good observation that you have in regards to the deformed seal causing it to leak like crazy.
I will not use any aftermarket seal on the LOR boxes. The boxes will be mounted upright, not lying down.
+1
I also thank you Jeff for your review and sharing with the rest of us. Well after hearing what you had to say, I too will forgo installing any weather strip.
ny_yankee_25 wrote: Were do you get the signs (that saychannels and lights) at the bottom of peoples posts?
Actually, this thread has nothing to do with a member's signature. It is helpful to the other members if a thread remains focused on the original subject, which in this case is waterproofing a LOR PC case.
The fastest way to find out an answer to that question is to search for it. If you are a PlanetChristmas (PC) member, that would be the best place to search. Actually, the answer is staring you in the face when you first go to the PC forums website. If you are not a PC member, but a light enthusiast, it is highly recommended that you become a member on that forum.
If none of that works, send me a PM and I'll tell you the answer.
PaulXmas wrote: In northern Alberta at Xmas time we get snow not rain so I don't have to worry about rain.
I am sure if there are no holes and the controller is placed upright then there should be no problem.
BTW it snowed yesterday!
Only about 77 days before Xmas!
It has been so HOT lately here in Hawaii. I have to walk around half naked in my house when I get home. I think the temps have been in the high 80s to low 90s. At night, it's been as high as mid 80s.
