temperature tolerance? How does this item hold up under really hot or really cold weather?
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I just spotted this looking for a solution to the problem I'm having with the product -- there's a mounting magnet ring on the back of the glowy button thing, which is quite nice. The problem is that the adhesive on the the back of the ring began to release on hot days in the car. No problem, I'd stick it back on the dash and it'd be fine until the car's interior reached inhospitable temperatures. Lather, rinse, repeat. Until my wife borrowed the car and somehow the magnet ring came up missing. It's my fault, really, as I intended to super glue the ring to the dash to alleviate the weakening sticker-adhesive. Problem now is I can't find a replacement magnetic ring! So, to answer your question, the adhesive doesn't hold up particularly well to hot interiors. :)
983019
I don't recall reading any prohibition about cold weather. I keep mine in an unheated shop and pulled it out the other day when it was well below freezing. It worked like a champ.
1183353
I live in southern California and haven't been in much cold weather. I have it mounted all the time and have had no problems with the suction coming loose. I took it apart after a month, just to clean the area, and the product works and stays put just fine.
2022497
I have used mine in temperatures as low as 20 below zero (for a string of 5 days) and it functioned flawlessly. The one draw back is the battery life is somewhat reduced by the cold temps. Hope this helps.
1485965
I've used it at 400 degrees F without any problems. The product description says, "Temperature resistant from 446F (230C) to -40F (-40C)" which I think is straight off the packaging.
1439592
5+ is the survival rating. I've been down to about 20 degrees with a base layer and wool hat and been just fine. Bet I would have been ok at 10 degrees.
670778
I havent had the opportunity to use it in temps that low. I do, however, suspect it will be susceptible to water and ice, as it does attach to the license plate frame and will be out in all kinds of weather. So far it has done what I wanted it to do. I did wrap all connections in electrical tape, as I think moisture will be its main enemy.
942644
So far this heat transfer vinyl is holding up for me. Most of the time items are washed on cold, gentle cycle & low heat dry but they have survived regular washing & high heat drying.
2252123
We use this outdoors, under cover on a patio and built in . We live in a warm climate....so far its fine...about a year old
1767392
"Outdoor" is a loose term. I would prevent any water from coming into contact with the unit. However I believe the product would hold up to dust and dirt. Heat may degrade the magnet over time. The cold may not have any affect on it.
934845
I would think this should work fine. I have used this for several years with no issues in hot or cold weather.
1388740
It can withstand temperatures ranging from -65 to +450 degrees F, A appliance Repair Co. of Michigan
229928
I'm in NE Ohio, it works fine in the cold! I would recommend adhesive Velcro or something like that. Adhesive tape alone might not hold up in the cold weather.
1115764
It says on the box that it is made of some silicone material that can withstand temperatures up to like 400 degrees or something like that, definitely 300 for sure EDIT: if you look up images on of the box in the top left corner is says it can withstand temps of -58F to 446F
2024655
Living in the midwest, we have some very cold temps .. several days in a row of sub zero temps ... and so far it has worked very well. We have had it for almost three years
373103
It has worked well in temps below 50 f. I have not run it any colder yet but I feel it should have no problems. It starts instantly.
1897366
Quite well. In fact I've had mine outside for the last couple years now - through "polar vortex" and mid summer heat and it's held up extremely well. Quite sturdy.