Question I am looking for a "Weather-Proof" USB-C male to USB male charger cable for my outdoor home security camera. Rainproof, snowproof and waterproof ?

[SeriousGaming101]

I have a couple home security cameras which are solar powered but also can be charged with a usbc cable: https://us.eufy.com/products/t88711w1

The problem is that these cameras are using more power than they are gaining from the built-in solar panels so the battery power gets low.

So my plan is to get a couple of short USB-C male to USB male cables such as these: https://www.amazon.com/CableCreation-Braided-Compatible-MacBook-Resistance/dp/B01CZVEUIE

I plan on leaving these cables outside plugged into the camera. And when the camera power gets too low, I can instantly charge the camera with a longer cable without unplugging the whole camera down from the wall. So, I am looking for these USB-C male to USB male cables: https://www.amazon.com/CableCreation-Braided-Compatible-MacBook-Resistance/dp/B01CZVEUIE BUT the only thing is that they HAVE to be weather proof.

The short USB-C male to USB male cable MUST BE Rainproof + Snowproof + Water proof and must make sure that water can't get into the camera's back USB-C slot while the cable is plugged in all-year-round. I can seal the USB side with a USB cap but the USB-C side must be water-tight.

Can someone recommend me a short USB-C male to USB male cable that is completely WEATHERPROOF while plugged in outdoors?

 

[kanewolf]

I have a couple home security cameras which are solar powered but also can be charged with a usbc cable: https://us.eufy.com/products/t88711w1

The problem is that these cameras are using more power than they are gaining from the built-in solar panels so the battery power gets low.

So my plan is to get a couple of short USB-C male to USB male cables such as these: https://www.amazon.com/CableCreation-Braided-Compatible-MacBook-Resistance/dp/B01CZVEUIE

I plan on leaving these cables outside plugged into the camera. And when the camera power gets too low, I can instantly charge the camera with a longer cable without unplugging the whole camera down from the wall. So, I am looking for these USB-C male to USB male cables: https://www.amazon.com/CableCreation-Braided-Compatible-MacBook-Resistance/dp/B01CZVEUIE BUT the only thing is that they HAVE to be weather proof.

The short USB-C male to USB male cable MUST BE Rainproof + Snowproof + Water proof and must make sure that water can't get into the camera's back USB-C slot while the cable is plugged in all-year-round. I can seal the USB side with a USB cap but the USB-C side must be water-tight.

Can someone recommend me a short USB-C male to USB male cable that is completely WEATHERPROOF while plugged in outdoors?

Did you google "outdoor usb connectors" ??? There are lots. L-Com is known for weatherproof equipment -- https://www.l-com.com/usb-waterproof-usb-cable-assemblies
But if the USB on the camera is not designed for a weatherproof connection, then that will be the weakest link.

 

[SeriousGaming101]

Did you google "outdoor usb connectors" ??? There are lots. L-Com is known for weatherproof equipment -- https://www.l-com.com/usb-waterproof-usb-cable-assemblies
But if the USB on the camera is not designed for a weatherproof connection, then that will be the weakest link.

Those are too expensive for me. $50 for a small cable? wow

 

[kanewolf]

Those are too expensive for me. $50 for a small cable? wow

There is undoubtedly cheap knock offs on Aliexpress..

 

[SeriousGaming101]

There is undoubtedly cheap knock offs on Aliexpress..

Can someone help me find the cheap ones. (According to my specific specs) Thanks.

 

[ex_bubblehead]

Those are too expensive for me. $50 for a small cable? wow

You get what you pay for. Go cheap and be ready to replace everything after the first real storm, which will cost way more than purchasing the right gear the first time around.

 

[Ralston18]

Regarding:

"The problem is that these cameras are using more power than they are gaining from the built-in solar panels so the battery power gets low."

Make and model cameras? Power/battery specs? Any power saving options on the cameras?

The camera's specs may have been established under ideal circumstances. Camera configured for minimum power usage and installed in a very sunny environment.

Are the camera's solar panels positioned to take advantage of peak sunlight hours/directions?

Where the camera is aimed may not be optimal positioning for its' built-in solar panel.

Solar panels - clean and clear?

Also:

"And when the camera power gets too low, I can instantly charge the camera with a longer cable without unplugging the whole camera down from the wall."

What will be the power source for the longer cables?

Just some thoughts that came to mind.

 

[SeriousGaming101]

Regarding:

"The problem is that these cameras are using more power than they are gaining from the built-in solar panels so the battery power gets low."

Make and model cameras? Power/battery specs? Any power saving options on the cameras?

The camera's specs may have been established under ideal circumstances. Camera configured for minimum power usage and installed in a very sunny environment.

Are the camera's solar panels positioned to take advantage of peak sunlight hours/directions?

Where the camera is aimed may not be optimal positioning for its' built-in solar panel.

Solar panels - clean and clear?

Also:

"And when the camera power gets too low, I can instantly charge the camera with a longer cable without unplugging the whole camera down from the wall."

What will be the power source for the longer cables?

Just some thoughts that came to mind.

I have an outdoor 3-prong outlet that I can use a 10-feet cable to charge the camera as a second option. It's a Eufy 3 S330 camera. It's optimally positioned for solar but there isnt much sunlight in the Winter compared to the Summer.