I need weather proof cameras, please advise

[JetPack343 0]

Ok, I'm new to this, so be patient.

 

I purchased the Lorex L19WD843 system. (Monitor with 350 GB DVR, price $900.00 @ Costco) It came with four cameras,

model MC7540. After the first rainfall following the installation, one of the cameras had alot on condensation inside and a foggy image on the monitor. Contacted Lorex, they sent me a replacement. Now it's about 5 days later; it rained again, and again another camera withe the same problem. I'd like to know what exactly I can expect from cameras in this price range, and any advice on what I should do. What should I be looking for as far as brand and price range for a good weatherproof camera?

[shoreviewsecurity 0]

Hi and welcome to the forum...

 

I have had high-end cameras suck water as well and I got smart and before I install any camera, I always make sure all the screws are tight. You would be surprised how many are not. This cam may not have any external screws so you may want to insure the lens cover is screwed on tight.

 

Are these the cams??

 

http://lorexstore.lorextechnology.com/product.aspx?id=2060

 

They state an IP rating of 66 which is pretty good. Explained here...

 

http://ezinearticles.com/?The-IP-Rating-System-Explained&id=126536

 

You should expect them NOT to leak as long as they are not exposed to an environment in excess of the rating given. The next level of 67 allows for "Protected against temporary immersion in water"

 

I wonder who polices the IP Rating system because by what you have said, these cams should have a rating of 60

 

Thanks

 

Mike

[JetPack343 0]

The cameras you referenced are the same ones, with a different letter designation (SG instead of MC). Check out the image I've attached.

 

Am I just having bad luck here, or do the Lorex brand of cameras suck?

[shoreviewsecurity 0]

I personally do not have experience with this camera but as I mentioned before, insure that the camera is tight. Looks as though under the "R" in Lorex in your picture is where the 2 half’s are screwed together.

 

You may want to open it up, allow it to air dry and try again. Is the rain pouring over this camera off the roof or is it just exposed to normal rainfall.

 

Again, with an IP rating of 66 it should not do this. How does the wire enter the housing?? From the back or underneath?? May want to insure that seal is OK also.

 

Bottom line... They should not leak! Is it remotely possible that water is migrating in from the camera connectors?? Are they weatherproofed and below the camera?

[Squiffy 0]

After following the previous advice to open it up and let it dry fully I suggest adding a silica gel sachet inside, or another if there's one in there already.

 

After putting it all back together I would use self-amalgamating tape along/around all seals. If you're not familiar with this tape then see here:

http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/forums/showthread.php?t=668883

[Tailbone215 0]

may be you can see our website and see our weatherproof cameras,i can't add the image in here

 

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[Tailbone215 0]

The cameras you referenced are the same ones, with a different letter designation (SG instead of MC). Check out the image I've attached.

 

Am I just having bad luck here, or do the Lorex brand of cameras suck?

 

Another option would be to coat all openings and seals with silicone grease as this will do a nice job of sealing off any channels for moisture. Looking at the pic, I would bet that the weak point is where the glass meets case. Take it all apart and grease er' up.

[Kiwi 0]

The silica gel desiccant pack is essential unless you are able to re-assemble the camera in a totally dry atmosphere. You can dry them in an oven if needed to re-use. I make my own weather proof housings since nothing much else is available here in the third-world and despite great attention to sealing they rarely stay dry for more than two years at a time. At least with cameras you get real-time feedback as to the condition, and the image will fog long before any internal corrosion takes place.