Freezing rain has always been a problem with one of my cameras, as it’s often exposed to the elements and ends up hindering its movement. Last year I used a plastic cover as a temporary fix, which solved the problem, but this year I decided to try something more permanent. So I bought a pair of bowls (to decide which one would fit best) that cost $3 Canadian each, and I also bought a Simpson strong tie that cost $1.30 Canadian. I drilled a 1/4 inch hole in the middle of the bowl and screwed it in using the M8 screw that came with the base of my Pam Cam V3. I’d say it didn’t turn out too bad.
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I like how simple and clean this is, and it looks durable. What effect, if any, does the steel bowl have on the Cam’s signal strength? I’m interested in seeing follow-up once this has had to endure some severe weather.
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Hahahaha loving the improvisation
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The Wi-Fi signal is notoriously weak in this area where the camera is located. It has a signal strength of 2, according to the Wyze app. So far, it continues to respond well to commands, and its web display is also stable, but with less than 24 hours of use, it’s too early to say anything reliable. Like you, I’m also curious to see the extreme weather conditions test, especially in January and February, which are the harshest winter months with strong winds. I will add more relevant information as soon as I have it.
Thank you for your feedback!
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