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If the heating element is thermostat-driven, and not on all the time, then yes.


Hopefully not a thermostat but rather a proximity or a frost sensor.


No, use a thermostat. It is much simpler, less prone to errors, you only need one per light housing, and the energy cost required to keep the shrouds above 34 degrees is quite insignificant.


You could probably get away with having one per block; aren't most traffic lights all connected? Or have I just been watching too many movies where hackers take over streetlights?


Putting one per light housing means it gets added at the manufacturer and you don't need to do any additional wiring or setup at installation time.


What if it's dry but cold?




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