is this flashlight waterproof or just water-resistant? The feature said "waterproofing design" and I wonder if it's okay to use for scuba diving
652153
I do not believe this light is suitable for a diving light. It is sealed up well but probably only good for a certain time at shallow depth. You might get better information from the manufacturer.
652154
There's an o-ring to make a seal for the battery, but I wouldn't say that makes it waterproof. For the depths you go for scuba diving that require a flashlight, I wouldn't go the cheap road and just pony up the money for a light made for scuba diving.
652155
I'd Say "Resistant" I've ordered 3 of these with different quality on each the switch on the back, and the lens are NOT water tight.
2139147
Waterproof ratings go from IPX1 to IPX7 (submerged). This headlamp is rated IPX4 which means it is protected from splashing or spraying at any angle. Most people would refer to it as water resistant and you shouldn't have a problem if it gets splashed wet. However, it is not waterproof from submerging in water. If the inside does happen to get wet, most of the time it is fixed by simply letting it fully dry out. Thanks for your question.
1139984
Unfortunately I'm in the middle of the Desert right now so it's being tested with the extreme heat, blowing sand, sweat, and dust. It's performed great so far. I have not been in the water w/ it yet. I am a scuba diver and it is guaranteed waterproof down to 33 feet so I will test it for you when I have the chance. It should work just fine. Just make sure you rinse it in fresh water if you take it into salt water. Salt water will destroy any metal over time.
1140324
This is not a diving light; it's not submersible AT ALL. It's "weather-proof," but even the most intense rain is very different from immersion. If you immerse this light while it's energized you'll destroy it. If it gets dunked while it's turned off, you MAY be able to save it by removing the batteries ASAP and letting it cook in the sun with the battery case open for a couple days. I suspect a diving light as nice as this thing is going to cost you mega-$$$$. I wouldn't even know where to look.
2021422
It is not waterproof. There are no gaskets to seal the battery compartment and the telescoping lamp it metal to metal with no gasket. It is 5w and 300lm. For the $3.60, it is a very bright light for the money, but I wouldn't wear it in a downpour.
138675
I think 'water resistant' is the proper description. I would not take it into the bathtub with me. There is a rubberized plug provided with the Boom that covers the jack and usb port. I assume it protects them from entry of moisture but again, I haven't triedd to drown the thing and wouldn't advise testing the limits. It's not for scuba diving, but I think it will survive an afternoon by the pool, on wet grass, or in a light rain.
1742631
No, it's not waterproof. I bought mine hoping that the military - style cover would protect it from the occasional splash exposure on my pontoon boat, and had to replace it within a month, after 1 rainstorm. Get one with an add - on boot. You won't get the pretty light, but you'll have a switch that works when you need it.
665408
It is waterproof, but probably not to any depth for diving. You should choose a diving flashlight.
1026669
I know it's water resistant; not sure of water proof, which I would imagine would allow it to be immersed in H2O. Best light I own, and have had it for years! Worth the price.
1601150
Definitely not, they should really say that this is water resistant. It is nowhere near waterproof. I would even question the water resistant feature. It has a rubber sleeve over the battery that is about it. It is also not 30 mine has broken the clasp which holds the band that goes over the top of the head with little to no use basically. As far as the lights it is very bright I would not say 1600 lumens break but at least 350.
1772919
The camera is only waterproof to 10 feet with the housing I can take pictures while scuba diving at 100 ft! Also, if housing were to leak ( not that it ever has) the camera will not be ruined because it is waterproof!
665406
Not so sure the seals would hold up. I'd say this is more of a water-resistant IP67 flashlight, not an actual IP68 waterproof. But you should try it. It is so cheap you could buy 4 of these for the price of a waterproof known brand flashlight. It is extremely bright.
2281124
It has gaskets that seal the unit, but I can't say it's water proof. It's probably water resistant so that if you dropped it into a bucket of water, there would be no harm. As a diver, I don't think I'd take this under water.
665404
NOT GOOD TO SUBMERGE!! Water RESISTANT. Do not even by this flashlight (waste of money!!) I'm returning mine. 25-100 lumens (NOT 1800)
2054475
This device is not waterproof. There are special waterproof containers for cameras, and most scuba shops rent cameras that will work underwater.
1315128
It did well underwater. Even the video did good. There are two doors on the battery compartment. I made sure that I closed them individually so that I knew they were both locked in place. Some people have complained about leaks and I'm suspecting that not getting the inner door locked in may be what causes it. I can't prove it though. I should add we only used it in pool water so it was pretty clear not sure how it would do in murkier water
844658
The beam is actually very bright. And it did a great job during the first dive (untill it leaked after 30 minutes of dive). Now I just use it as an ordinary flashlight in my non-dive trips.