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Weatherproofing Pi

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Weatherproofing Pi

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- [Instructor] Electronics and water don't mix, and it's important to keep them separated. But sometimes, you want to gather data outdoors in bad weather. When that happens, you need to build a weather-proof container for your Raspberry Pi. Hi, I'm Mark Niemann Ross, and welcome to this week's edition of Raspberry Pi Weekly. Every week, we explore the Raspberry Pi and share useful tips. Waterproof containers have to solve a lot of problems. Leaks, condensation, transparency for cameras, external wires, and power. Let's start with the most important, leaks in the container. The easiest solution is already at hand. Camping supply or water sports stores carry a selection of waterproof boxes. Look for a rating of IP67 or IP68. You'll probably spend less than $25 for a good waterproof box. Some food storage containers have gaskets and clamps and guarantee being waterproof. They are inexpensive and may work just fine. Things to look for include a gasket, a nice solid case, and compression…

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