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AT waterproofing :nerd:

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EZrider

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It seems that everyone is talking about the performance of the AT. But "Theory crafting" how good can the water proofing be? We know that with the top of the line water machines. Your paying for the waterproofing. Dive depth of 250 feet. Yet most people that use these dive machines are only wading with them. And sometimes they leak. So my question is how good can the water proofing be on The AT? Rain, splash proof with an occasional dip in the water OK. But you know as well as i do some people are going to submerge them for hours at a time. I know the high end machines are "Tank tested" to ensure the water proofing before going out the door "more on the cost". Is Garrett going to tank test every AT?
 
In theory, it could be the best waterproofed unit ever known to man. Also in theory it could leak when it rains. I doubt the latter though. Also, since the folks that create these machines are usually ENGINEERS with reputations on the line, working for companies who also have reputations, my THEORY is that it will be as good as they say. I'm sure they're planning on backing up the waterproof to 10' claim with actual results. After all, it's only their REPUTATION on the line!

You gotta watch it with those pesky theories...you'll never leave the house if you starting running negative scenarios of what MIGHT be!
 
The electronics are sealed. The batteries are in a separate compartment by themselves. If it's built on the similar principles as the Infinium & Sea Hunter Mark II it should be fine.
 
Since the only machines that have been tested were "test" machines. And not mass produced products. One has to wonder. You think that other company's with "Engineers" with Reputations" ha vent gone through this? Other company's own the market share of the detectors used today. And sadly because of this they can't keep up with the customer service. I would hate to see Garrett fall from grace because of this.
 
John-Edmonton said:
The electronics are sealed. The batteries are in a separate compartment by themselves. If it's built on the similar principles as the Infinium & Sea Hunter Mark II it should be fine.
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That makes alot of sense thanks John.
 
Oh yeah, they tested it deeper than ten feet, but it's rated at ten feet for practical hunting purposes. It's made to be submersed in water on a regular basis up to a depth of ten feet.
None of my Garrett water machines have ever come close to leaking. They build these things like tanks, man.:garrett::detecting: Happy Hunting!:)
 
I do not share your concern about the waterproofing, not even a little. Garrett stands behind their products, so I'm confident the AT Pro will perform as designed.

Garrett pushed the envelope on pricing/performance on the ACE series. They seem to be tooled to mass produce their detector lines, surely lowering their costs. Additionally, their security division appears to be highly successful, so they no doubt purchase their parts and components in larger bulk than many of their competitors...again, providing them a cost advantage. And, they have a proven track record with water machines.

The ultimate success of the AT Pro will boil down to performance in the field...we'll know more next month, and there will be less need to speculate.

My main machine right now is a Tek Omega, but I still own a GTI 2500. The Omega offers the price/weight/performance package I was looking for (getting too old to swing a 5lb detector.) I'm waiting on the real world AT Pro performance before considering a purchase... but I certainly will appreciate the feedback from the early adopters.
 
There is usually a safety factor in the design between rated depth and failure depth. I'd be willing to bet failure depth is between 30 and 40 feet deep.

John
 
Waterproofing these days isn't as much of a problem as it was years ago. Just look at all the different electronics products that are sold today that are waterproof. There are a lot digital cameras that are waterproof to 33ft on the market. With the advanced materials and manufacturing methods making something waterproof to only 10ft is pretty easy. Garrett has never had issues with their waterproof machines leaking and I am sure they put the waterproofing through a lot of torture testing before they decided ti was ready for the public. And if by some chance there is a problem I am sure they will stand behind it and make it right. Also in the video the Engineer that designed it said you could hunt all day with the detector 10ft underwater without a problem.

HH

Beachcomber
 
This isn't the first waterproof machine they ever made. They have an excellent reputation with the Sea Hunter and Infinium. Even the AT3 and 4 had a lot of praise. I do not think Garrett would make some crappy, leaky machine and stick a 2 year warranty on it. This is an example of dollars per feature. Look what you get with the Ace 250 for $212. Why does the price have to be grossly inflated for the end user to think he's got the greatest machine? I want bang for my buck and Garrett delivers.
 
I am not saying that I know, but... It seems to me that some of the cause of a lot of leaky machines is owner error. Improperly installed Orings and the like. I have read that is the case often and it makes a lot of sense, for sure. A lot of people do not know how to install a gasket or seal properly, and if there is any wear or damage then that just makes it more difficult.

I will wait untill the machine is out and I get to try one for tones and then I will decide, but the waterproofing is not worring me.
Jeff
 
The AT has a plus. It is divided up into several completely waterproof compartments as a " fail safe ".. Garrett done their homework on this one.

Bill
 
I can just here some of you saying after you see the video saying "you can hunt underwater 10 feet all day long" and say "he said - day -" Does that mean it's waterproof for just one day? What about night time? Is it waterproof at night or just day time? What if you hunt a half day then do directly into a half night hunt? What about hunting at night with a full moon? Will it leak? :rofl: Not meaning to offend anyone. All in good fun! Right?!
 
Yeah if they guarantee ten feet you can bet your bucket that they tested it a lot deeper. Just the way it works and as you say, it ain't no big deal to waterproof anything anymore. Some folks on here act as it it rerquires a rocket scientist - which by the way is what Charles Garrett actually is.

Bill
 
Yeah at least. As I stated before the control box is divided up into several individual waterproof compartments as a "fail safe."

Bill
 
It ain't going to happen. They may have a production glitch or two in early production but that happens when introducing anything brand new. The auto industry is a prime example of that. When Garrett came out with the imaging coil they had problems with the first few but made good on them and straightened the problem out.

Bill
 
Yeah that's one very important fact - Garrett has the best customer service out there and they won't leave anybody holding the bag. If something is broke or screwed up they will fix it or replace it fast. Their customer service is legend.

Bill
 
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