GR "Scott" Cundiff Posted February 17, 2015 Report Share Posted February 17, 2015 What do you think is the reasonable lifespan of a Wilson Sleek (4G-Verizon model) for fulltimers who use it for around 15 gigs a month? I'm wondering what life expectancy one can expect using (abusing) one like that. Our "Here and There" Blog 2005 Safari Cheetah Motorhome Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TXiceman Posted February 17, 2015 Report Share Posted February 17, 2015 Ask Wilson for their MTBF (mean time between failures). Ken Amateur radio operator, 2023 Cougar 22MLS, 2022 F150 Lariat 4x4 Off Road, Sport trim <br />Travel with 1 miniature schnauzer, 1 standard schnauzer and one African Gray parrot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devilishjim Posted February 18, 2015 Report Share Posted February 18, 2015 Mines been working around 4 yrs using 5-10 G per month Jim Spence 2000 Dodge 3500 1 ton QC 4x4 dually 5.9 diesel LB BD exhaust brake, 6 spd manual trans 34CKTS Cedar Creek 5er, Trail-Air hitch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JRP Posted February 18, 2015 Report Share Posted February 18, 2015 I doubt that whether you use it for 5 gig or 30 gig has anything to do with its expected life span. But according to Wilson, how long you leave it plugged in, may have an effect. I've had 4 of them (two at a time; 1 for houses and 1 for RV's), one lasted a yr, one fried in 4 months and two still going after 2 yrs. when I called Wilson support about the one that only lasted 4 months, they told me they had a batch of boards prone to overheating, and they didn't recommend leaving these units plugged in 24/7. mine never get unplugged or turned off these were all the older 4G-V model, not the current new model GR 'Scott' Cundiff, on 17 Feb 2015 - 4:46 PM, said: What do you think is the reasonable lifespan of a Wilson Sleek (4G-Verizon model) for fulltimers who use it for around 15 gigs a month? I'm wondering what life expectancy one can expect using (abusing) one like that. Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vermilye Posted February 18, 2015 Report Share Posted February 18, 2015 If you leave it on all the time, the amount of GB isn't going to have much effect on the life. Since I use the amplifier & hotspot in the trailer to provide the internet while driving, mine is on pretty much 24/7. In my case, I've replaced them because of changes in technology (going from 3G to 4G or changing cell providers) rather than because of failure of the device. Travel photos RV Blogs Journals & Travelogues at:http://www.lakeshoreimages.com My Travel Blog - Jon's Journeys Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GR "Scott" Cundiff Posted February 18, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 18, 2015 By the way, I was just trying to give people an idea of how much use it was getting - I know the device has no idea of how many GB is going through it. Our "Here and There" Blog 2005 Safari Cheetah Motorhome Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GR "Scott" Cundiff Posted November 7, 2015 Author Report Share Posted November 7, 2015 I finally figured out why I was becoming more and more concerned about the lifespan of my sleek. The coax connector wasn't making a good connect with the coax ground. I soldered it and the sleek is acting more like it did when it was new. Our "Here and There" Blog 2005 Safari Cheetah Motorhome Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yarome Posted November 7, 2015 Report Share Posted November 7, 2015 I've replaced them because of changes in technology rather than because of failure of the device. X2. I think the longest I've run a single unit was around 3 years, but I've never had one fail on me. Then again.. mine only runs, on average, maybe 2-3 hours a day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BasicRV Posted November 7, 2015 Report Share Posted November 7, 2015 I've been running mine for 3+ years. No problems yet Jayco Featherlite TT Mets Fan 5 States to GO! Owner of BasicRV.com Discount RV Covers, Parts and Supplies Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smitty77_7 Posted November 8, 2015 Report Share Posted November 8, 2015 Our Weboost 4G-S, runs so hot that it will burn you if you hold it in the wrong location too long. We've had vinyl burned by it. I was going to call and ask them if this was maybe a defective unit, until I read Technomadia's tip about placing some insulation between the amp and your phone or mifi - figured they must un hot. Heat is the enemy of electronics, so I doubt the newer units will have much of a lifespan... Best to all, Smitty Be safe, have fun, Smitty 04 CC Allure "RooII" - Our "E" ride for life! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Signal Posted November 9, 2015 Report Share Posted November 9, 2015 Our Weboost 4G-S, runs so hot that it will burn you if you hold it in the wrong location too long. We've had vinyl burned by it. I was going to call and ask them if this was maybe a defective unit, until I read Technomadia's tip about placing some insulation between the amp and your phone or mifi - figured they must un hot. Heat is the enemy of electronics, so I doubt the newer units will have much of a lifespan... Best to all, Smitty Exactly - mount some sort of cooling device to keep the temperature down. The Wilson/WeBoost products use hardware driven amplification which can cause extreme heat and damage the components in the amplifier. Software driven amplifiers should not generate heat unless there is a problem. I am actually in the hospital. Have been all week ( having 3rd surgery in a week Monday) . My partner is on everything . The last piece ( The cases ) is coming together and production should start in roughly a week. Please spread the word everything is going good . Except for my health! Keeping You ConnectedProud Commercial Member #129 http://www.maximumsignal.net/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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