CKSedg Posted November 16, 2011 Share Posted November 16, 2011 Kent Stutzman wrote: Wow. Seeing all these enclosures makes me feel like I've been lazy. I just set the CCR controller and power supply on top of a couple nails under the eves of the roof. Am I inviting problems? I live in southern California where, contrary to classic song myth, it does rain (I think last year it rained on a Thursday). Are you guys using these enclosures because you are out in the middle of the yard, or is it really needed even when under the eves of the roof?"It never rains in California, but girl, don't they warn ya'? It POURS, man, it POURS." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigmur007 Posted November 16, 2011 Share Posted November 16, 2011 Going to drill out a hole on the side and install a down spout so no snow or water get in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tmscheum Posted November 16, 2011 Share Posted November 16, 2011 I used to have a boat that leaked so I drilled holes in the bottom to let the water out. Didn't work out very well.Sometimes late at night after a long session of sequencing my brain doesn't work so well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fxdwg Posted November 17, 2011 Share Posted November 17, 2011 man i love this place... i just spend too much money when I am here though... LOLthanks for the ideas and solutions! more packages on the way!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulXmas Posted November 21, 2011 Share Posted November 21, 2011 tmscheum wrote: I used to have a boat that leaked so I drilled holes in the bottom to let the water out. Didn't work out very well.Sometimes late at night after a long session of sequencing my brain doesn't work so well.LOL Seriously ! Made me laugh!My enclosures have opening where the cables are routed so no moisture should settle.Still smilling! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ericnagel Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 DownTown wrote:ericnagel wrote: I'm using the LOR enclosureshttp://store.lightorama.com/enforpcco.htmlDoes that enclosure give you enough room to mount the controller horizontally with the cables plugged into both ends?D.T.DT - sorry I missed your reply / question.Controllers in enclosure:Enclosure above the snow line (I hope!).After this photo was taken, the PVC was shortened and wrapped in red duct-tape to make it look like a candy cane.Warning stickers put on to keep the curious away. Boxes are screwed and zip-tied shut. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Saul Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 I don't have a picture of it, but I used 2 plastic ammo boxes, drilled a 7/8 hole in the side and put in a 1/2" NM connector. Each box holds 2 controllers and the power supplies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bestone Posted November 23, 2011 Share Posted November 23, 2011 I found these on Amazon. They are kind of pricey but seem to work very well. They are called Dri-Box Waterproof Outdoor Enclosures. They have 5 cable channels lined with gel that creates a water tight seal for your cables. I bought two and was able to fit 6 CCR controllers and power supplies in each one. Attached files Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bkdraft Posted December 3, 2011 Share Posted December 3, 2011 I found this box at Offixe Depot, it holds both of my CCR controllers and power supplies. I cut some slot at the top for the cables to exit. Had little over 1/2" rain last night and all is dry. Attached files Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robandwend Posted December 3, 2011 Share Posted December 3, 2011 I'm using a super cheap tupperware'ish box, sitting on the floor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larry Leonhardt Posted December 4, 2011 Share Posted December 4, 2011 I spent alot time and effort on my enclosure, and this is what i came up with. But it works great, rained today, at 5pm the lights came on with no problems..."Knock on wood" Attached files Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulXmas Posted December 11, 2011 Share Posted December 11, 2011 I got these off Ebay.Without coverCover on Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blbeattie Posted December 14, 2011 Share Posted December 14, 2011 I use 6x6x4 junction boxes, and paint them to look like presents: Attached files Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carl S Posted December 14, 2011 Share Posted December 14, 2011 blbeattie wrote:I use 6x6x4 junction boxes, and paint them to look like presents: So do you have both the controller and power supply in the junction box? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blbeattie Posted December 14, 2011 Share Posted December 14, 2011 Yes, both the controller and power supply are in the same box. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carl S Posted December 14, 2011 Share Posted December 14, 2011 blbeattie wrote:Yes, both the controller and power supply are in the same box.Thanks that seems like a good way to go! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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