can it go in saltwater?
1262794
I think it is a piece of junk and did not last 10 minutes. I would not buy it
1559429
Yes but u must turn the sensitivity way down or it will go bonkers in the saltwater.
1182676
Yes, I would never use this in saltwater, also I would not use it for anything bigger than Bluegill or Sunfish if you want it to last, its just not a quality piece.
162541
I have used a couple for years in the ocean because I live near saltwater, so if they can take those conditions, i'm sure freshwater won't hurt.
40858
I don't think it can run in salt water. The reason I say this is that it must be in the water for it to start. The water goes through an internal cooling/power system and I don't think salt water would be good for it. I would contact the manufacturer directly to make sure this is true or not.
1648549
No it can not be used in salt water, it works excellent but if you bow mount it you have to turn the control head around on the shaft this info is not in the instruction they asume you are useing it on the transum of the boat.
497394
Yes, I have used mine in both salt and fresh water. I just rinse it off good after use in salt water! This has been a great trolling motor.
1878394
I have no exprerience with salt water. I would read marketing materials or contact manufacturer..Good luck...
851116
Panasonic says it can be used in salt water, but we used ours only one time underwater, snorkeling at about 6 to 8 feet (and rinsed it afterwards), and within a few weeks the battery ground connector was so badly corroded the camera no longer would turn on. Trying to contact Panasonic support now, but their automated "help" system is a joke.
406972
My 10 year old son used this with ease , we have never put it in salt water only fresh water. It is very fast so you def. want room for it. We put it in the pool but it runs out of room quick so my son gets tired of that but we went to a ditch and a pond and it did great.
522191
I don't believe this particular model is for saltwater but they do have models where you can choose whether it will be for freshwater or salt water. In the search box just put in paddleboat for salt water.
1423440
I would say yes. I use it in a salt water swimming pool, but have not used it in the ocean. The device is sealed and should not let in any water, salt or otherwise. If you are worried about effect of salt remaining on the surface and drying out there, wash it off after use. Additionally, the instructions coming with the device do not contraindicate use in salt water.
2245791
I am not sure what the specs say but I don't see any reason why it can't be used with salt water. All of the electrical components are pretty well sealed as far as I can tell. It is a brushless motor so there is no need for a seal that is going to wear out either. It's pretty cheap and worth a try. Jordan
2012980
I can't see any reason why it wouldn't be safe to use in salt water. It is a totally sealed unit. I am running mine in a tank with anti-freeze in it.If you know anything about anti-freeze and plastics, it tends to get thru any low quality seal. I have had no problems in that area. Tank seals leak, but not the pump.Hope this helps.
709257
I bought this for my husband, he said you may use it in saltwater as long as you flush it out with fresh water after each use.
111593
Yup! I've used it in salt water, fresh water, and chlorinated water without problems.
1263294
I am sure it could, but not sure how long it may last. The materials may not withstand the salt, and the movement of the parts would probably get messed up with deposits that would form on them.