Any recommendations on what to do with all the attached wires if using it outdoors. Do they need to be in a waterproof housing?
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I enclosed them in a dual gang outdoor "in use" type power receptacle box. The short term simple approach would be to wrap in electricians tape.
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My charger wiring did not come with any waterproof covers. Nor have I found any anywhere. The connectors have a clear plastic cover but I would not consider them waterproof. In fact, the charger itself would need to protected because the wiring is very short. I would suggest a plastic baggie that was securely sealed around the wire for protection and checked frequently.
1290817
You will need to purchase speaker wire. I used direct bury speaker wire, since my speakers are exposed to the weather.
1909975
In the pool when u hang the device nothing is exposed. I just left the wires exposed from the pool to the box. They are thick so nothing will happen to them. I'm not much on looks but you could run them through a pipe.
465632
Not waterproof but water resistant. Make sure you wire an in line fuse. And ground the lights to a good solid ground. I have had these lights for a few years now. Drove thru rain and some snow and they still function like they were new. No issues at all...... knock on wood
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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.
840602
I bought this wire last year. I used a direct bury waterproof connector similar to a Dryconn connector. Any hardware store or box store should have them. I picked mine up at Home Depot. The connectors have silicone inside of them. Make sure you have a good wire stripper since the wire jacket is thick.
1885274
It needs protection from the elements. I have mine in a zip lock bag with the wires coming out of it.
405775
It is weatherproof and should not need a cover. Wires come through the base so they don't show and they are sealed well.
607706
I had mine out for 1 year & the only problem I had was the squirrels chewed the wires into... Weatherproof YES. Nuts & washers that come with the product had rusted a little.
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For the mounting bolts I put a rubber washer on both sides as well as a metal washer to keep it flat and a lock washer to keep the nut tight. For the wiring hole I put a rubber washer around the wire insulation and forced it into the hole as far as I could then sealed it up with black silicone. No leaks so far after going through light rain as well as heavy snow that later melted while still on the roof.
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The main transponder, which plugs into a wall outlet, cannot get wet. The wiring which is buried in your yard can get wet and will be fine underwater occasionally. I would be sure that you are not burying it in an are that could be subject to erosion causing the wire to be exposed and possibly snaring on something in the river.
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I agree with the other responders except I'd add that any splices or connections to the underground wire must be sealed with proper waterproof connectors, not just electrical tape.
1505613
Hi PeterThank you for the question, and you could use this as a direct replacement. I would recommend using a marine speaker that will be able to handle the moisture and exterior elements better than a traditional speaker.Thank you for choosing The Wires Zone.
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I utilized 14ga stranded cable designed for exterior lighting since it is going to be in the elements. I also drilled a passage hole in the rear of the speakers mounts just large enough to pass the cable thru so the only section exposed is to the connectors.
150857
Yes, they are sealed and when you installed you must do it with the wires down eventhough they are waterproof, I recommend.
1578613
I have done nothing to mine and have kept it outside since I bought it. I thought about wrapping it in plastic where the usb plugs in to make it outdoor safe, but have not done so. they are pretty tough. I am sure I am drastically reducing the life of mine but it is just temporary until I get a line buried.