My New Waterproof Case for my Remote

[hairyharry]

This came today, i have seen others use these on youtube

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so i thought i would try it out, as i have a spare stem cap to glue on to the case.

or glue some strong velco to the case and stem cap

got this from the fleabay as it was the cheapest i had seen it, just under a tenner

ARYCA WS13B WATERPROOF CASE FOR APPLE IPHONE 4

this was a perfect fit

this is the waterproof case with the soft membrane so you can touch the controls

i am now ready for the beach, no sand or water getting into the remote now

[satellite750uk]

Thanks for that Harry, got one ordered before they are all snapped up

[hairyharry]

Got the case now and have glued the spare stem cap to it

all set for the winter and the beach

[mrix]

Looks pretty good hopefully is works well for you! please keep us updated B-)
Cheers
mrix

[hihosilver]

I've used mine without a cover or case for almost 3 years now and I've been out in some of the worst weather you could imagine along the coast (horizontal rain in force 9-10 gales, getting a sandblasted face isn't pleasant ), and the only problem I've had is condensation under the screen cover, but that soon clears out on it's own. I think as long as you don't drop it directly into a puddle, the sea, or any water while it's switched on it's a pretty hardy unit. Had a look inside the other day and there's no corrosion at all. While others run for the trees or shelter I'm usually the only one out detecting during the rain on club digs. For some reason the AT-Pro users are the first to run for the trees, even though those machines are meant to be waterproof.

A cover is probably sensible just to protect it from scratches but don't forget to remove it after every outing or the moisture trapped inside will probably start to cause problems. Unless you've put silica gel inside already.

Now I've said all this 'sods law' states mine will go wrong tomorrow.

[hairyharry]

Forgot to mention, that i used super glue on a first attempt on this which failed, in the end i used
J-B KWIK WELD which is a 2 part Epoxy Adhesive, this took a day to go off and set, but now it is solid.

you can get this online at around £4 delivered, and you will have a lot left over as you only use a small amount

[mrix]

I went out on one wet day with the Deus and water managed to get inside which shorted the battery, I had to send it back for a battery replacement.
There is quite a large area where water can get in and that`s through the speaker vent.
Cheers
mriux

[JBM]

Got the case now and have glued the spare stem cap to it

all set for the winter and the beach

Are you saying that you had to glue a controller stem mount fitting to the case ?

Making it a permanent fixture to the shaft ?.

Thanks,Jerry.

[hairyharry]

yes i glued it to the stem cap, this comes off when you fit the remote

so the case does come off the stem the same as the remote does

[satellite750uk]

Thanks for the pics Mick, gonna glue mine tonight already bought the Epoxy.

Those cases are brilliant, thanks again for your posts.

Les.

[JBM]

Thanks for the extra data and picture, I think I will buy one of these cases myself. Jerry.

[Maximuswarks]

Mine never had a stem cap when it came Anywhere i can get one from ? As this looks like a great idea given the coming weather Thanks Harry

[busterhamer]

Mine never had a stem cap when it came Anywhere i can get one from ? As this looks like a great idea given the coming weather Thanks Harry

regtons sell the stem cap £4,99,
i have had mine nearly a year now and on those wet days or shallow water searches i wouldn't be without it. just be careful where you store it when not in use as the membrane will soon get damaged if it left loose in your detecting bag

[hairyharry]

Sorry, i had a spare as i sold my old Deus and forgot to include the cap.

I suppose trying the detector shops, Crawfords, Regtons or Detecnicks

and a quick note for placing the cap on the case, you have to glue it right at the bottom of the case.

[satellite750uk]

Regtons Harry