Electronics in the cold?

[toughenough]

Hi guys,<br><br>I've been living in my Jeep for a few days now. Most nights it drops to about -4 or -4&nbsp;Celsius&nbsp; and I've had no issues. Last night it dropped to -10 and I am starting to worry about my laptop. Is there anything that can be done to keep it from freezing or getting condensation in it? I was thinking about wrapping it with fleece to keep it a bit warmer, but wasn't sure if that would be enough, or even if it'd be effective.<br><br>Does anyone have any tips or tricks for keeping your electronics in working order in colder climates?<br><br>Cheers!

 

[Spirituallifetime]

I have been wondering about this also. I have noticed that the battery level on my ipod drops significantly when it is cold. For condensation save those little packets that come packed with new stuff that you might buy and pack them with your electronics, many years ago I had a 35mm camera and 3 lenses destroyed by mildew that formed because of condensation.

 

[Willy]

&nbsp;I wouldn't worry about it. When you're finished using your lappy, stick it in a laptop bag and problem solved. When it's running it get's hot enuf to keep dry and, remember this, water will generally condense (unless the humidity is REALLY high) on a surface that's colder than ambient and your laptop is generally that warm or warmer. ..Willy.

 

[VanLifeCrisis]

Just get an insulated bag and you should be ok.&nbsp; Maybe warm it up to room temp before turning it on (little body heat? ), will help preserve the screen (which is in the most danger). &nbsp; Once its running it will generate a lot of heat for itself.<br><br>How are you keeping warm?&nbsp; Maybe keep it near you.

 

[Guest]

I was worried about this too, but I couldn't find any concrete information about it.&nbsp; Just don't turn it on when it's really cold &amp; you should be fine (I hug my laptop for 5 - 10 minutes before starting it up on cold days)

 

[highdesertranger]

here in the northern hemisphere I don't think we have to worry about this for about 5 months.&nbsp; highdesertranger

 

[James AKA Lynx]

Also, take the batteries out and sleep with them. Very cold batteries do not last long.<br><br>James AKA Lynx