Help: I want to install WillHi controller through Keezer collar

[jetmac]

I am installing a Willhi WH7016C digital remperature controller in my keezer through the front of the collar. Do I need to seal it inside the keezer to keep moisture out.

 

[day_trippr]

That would be a good idea, as keezers can generate a lot of condensation...

Cheers!

 

[jetmac]

So I'm wondering, should I just surround it with RTV or cover the part that enters the freezer with a box. If I go the bix method it probably needs to be insulated, right?

 

[ChuckO]

Since the controller generates a small amount of heat I would not worry about it other than covering it to keep the electric connections safe. Condensation will appear on cold surfaces, not on the warm area near the controller.

 

[jetmac]

Okay. So what I'll do is, install it and where it enters the inside of the keezer I will cover the wire connections with some sort of water proofing gel or silicon and run a bead of silicon along the edge at the hole where the controller comes through and see how that works out.

 

[oldstyle69]

Why not install a wall outlet type of box. And mount the controller in to that. Would be a lot easier to seal that box up.