How waterproof is this? Can I mount it on top my kayak and not worry about waves covering it? Can I drop it in water?
1585898
The instructions state, "The solar charger is waterproof but should never be immersed in water or any other liquid" so I would stick it in a heavy-duty zip-lock bag.
1585899
I have never submerged it in water! But I did leave it out in the rain and It still worked and is still working!
1585900
No worries. I took mine on a canoe trip and had no problems with the water. It's a great little charger for the price. I even forgot about it outside the tent on night - rained - and still working today! Good buy!
772256
i'm not an experienced enough with kayak's to take this into the ocean. if there were any waves i would have problems. maybe after a few months of using the kayak. if your experienced i would say yes.
849623
I have been in heavy rains for entire days. It hasent gotten wet inside and it sheds water real well. As a kayak-er I cant say its waterproof, it only Velcros shut but even Kleenex just stuffed in it stays dry in a thunderstorm. The top overlaps the bottom section creating a nice watershed.
1247476
I do not think it is waterproof, I wouldn't recommend dipping this in water. The unit itself is very sturdy and heavy. Not sure about shockproof, I haven't dropped it or tested that out. I would think it would survive a fall but of course it depends on what kind of ground you are on. I do think it is durable and my friends have all bought this item and love it. I hope this helps :)
93311
I haven't dropped it. it is not water resistant. it has no hook or carabineer. I would recommend not getting it wet or dropping it. I use it outdoors on the water but I think it would stop working if it went into the water. I think it would survive a drop but not sure.
2284840
mine is mounted in front of the radiator off to the side up high....i do not think its water proof ...no problems during heavy rain so far
772257
I've had the kayak for 8 months now. So far I've just paddled around lakes, ponds, and a slow moving river. You can definitely use it in ocean bays and coves, where there are no waves. I would not use it in the surf or out in big waves. Maybe when the water is warm and you don't mind getting a little wet you can take it into some waves. I love the kayak and highly recommend it. You can carry it yourself, which was important for me.
1376601
I have two, one is exposed to weather. Both have worked flawlessly. I think they are very well made and certainly intended to be mounted outdoors. Submersible, probably not.
1644064
Yes, it is water proof. And submersible, too. I recently used it in a search and rescue mission on a boat in the Kuskokwim River during a windy and rainy night here in rural Alaska this weekend. Worked without fail. Very bright light, saw our target (broken down motor boat with 2 people aboard) from a long way off. I'm sure my light was heavenly to them.
175464
I mounted this in a 10ft sit in kayak. In my case it's mounted behind the cockpit and I use it just as a place to my fishing rod when heading to the area I want to fish. I mounted a Scotty adjustable rod holder in front of the cockpit that didn't need a hole or have anything hanging down to hit my legs.
184122
It's not really weather PROOF, per se, but it is fairly well weather resistant. I have had mine out in a moderate rain storm with no problems. I think kayaking, carefully, with it would not be a problem. I do not think that water would get inside just from splashes, but submerging it would still cause problems I think. Also, I would be more worried about the salt in the water. After getting it home I'd clean it very thoroughly if it is exposed to salt water. In the end, if it were me, I would still get some kind of bag or housing for mine if I were to want to take it salt water kayaking, in case of submersion and the salt water.
1885275
Looking at the one I have, I don't think I would mount it without protection from the elements. Direct rain wouldn't do it any good. My manual that came with it said nothing about where to mount it, only leave space for air circulation. I'm using mine in a 5th wheel camper. Hope this helps. Great product.
1755637
Sent it back to Amazon...seemed way too flimsy. Sorry...I don't know about the waterproof question.
1587400
I have been using this depth finder on my "Ocean" kayak for several months without problems. My kayak has a suspended battery compartment in the front storage hatch and the transducer mounted through a scupper hole. No problems to date with not being waterproof. Depth finder helps a lot when trolling or deciding where to fish. Catch just as many fish as the bass boat I got rid of.
1038355
Yes! It absolutely waterproof and floating as well. I'm very happy and secure with that device on my sea kayak.
1947247
I'm not sure about the unit itself but your connections to a battery or another device wouldn't be. On the backside of the unit is a pocket with 2 USB connections. I only put it out when there is no rain in the forecast or it's with me. I have put it on the rear deck of my kayak in very calm water and a few drops of water haven't been an issue.
533537
My cover is not waterproof. Interestingly, it has pools of water inside after a rain. If it allows water in, why does it retain that water rather than it leaking out? I am careful to keep the zipper underneath the kayak so that no rain could enter there. Since it is not waterproof, I question whether it is UV proof as advertised.