Outdoor solar systems are exposed to dust storms, rain, snow, heatwaves, freezing cold, and lightning. Whether or not servos can withstand such conditions directly determines whether the system can function reliably for years. GXServo servos are engineered for extreme weather and have proven their resilience in real-world applications.
1. IP66 Protection Against Dust and Sand
GXServo features a fully enclosed design rated IP66, using anodized aluminum housing that is not only waterproof and dustproof but also corrosion-resistant. In desert regions, high winds carry fine sand that jams traditional servos, but GXServo’s dual-seal architecture and internal dust barriers prevent contamination.
At a demonstration solar station in the Taklamakan Desert, GXServo ran for over three years with zero gear failures or jamming—outperforming all local alternatives.
2. Reliable Performance in High and Low Temperatures
GXServo’s electronics use wide-temperature-range components capable of operating from -30°C to +85°C. In cold climates, startup current is auto-adjusted to prevent torque deficiencies, while thermal throttling protects the motor in high temperatures.
In an Inner Mongolia installation where winter temperatures reach -38°C, GXServo motors consistently started on time each morning, aligning panels before sunrise. This reliability outperformed even heated servo setups.
3. Moisture, Rain, and Lightning Protection
In humid environments, water ingress can cause motor rust, insulation failure, and corrosion. GXServo employs triple-layer waterproof sealing at shaft and port interfaces, and conformal coating on PCBs to resist moisture. It also includes surge protection to defend against voltage spikes from lightning strikes.
In a mountainous Sichuan site, GXServo withstood multiple thunderstorm seasons without failure, demonstrating excellent lightning resilience.
4. Engineering Endurance and Testing
GXServo passes IEC 60068 tests for salt spray, rainfall, vibration, and drop impact. Its rated service life exceeds 50,000 hours—well above industry average—ensuring long-term reliability for 20-year project lifespans.
Conclusion
Environmental resilience isn’t a “bonus”—it’s a baseline requirement for solar applications. With top-tier protection against dust, water, temperature extremes, and lightning, GXServo provides solid operational assurance in every climate scenario.
