How tough are the Materials?

1. The Aquaclip seal:

Made of injection-moulded plastics and very tough indeed. Before we introduced our first Aquaclip, we sent it for independent tests by the School of Engineering at Bath University. It was found to be still waterproof after being opened and closed 10,000 times.

2. The soft case:

The flexible cases are made from a variety of special polymers, and bonded with a technique called high-frequency welding. HF radio waves cause the different layers of material to form a chemical bond, so the joins are as strong as any other part of the material. All our materials are UV-stabilized, so they will not break down or become discoloured through exposure to sunlight.

What do you mean by "UV Stabilized"?

Unless specially treated, most plastics will gradually break down from prolonged exposure to sunlight. This is especially true of transparent plastics, which quickly go yellow.

All our case materials are UV-Stabilized so they will not break down in sunlight.

Note: Although the material itself is protected, the case will not protect its contents from harmful rays. Electronic equipment should never be left out in bright sunlight - even in an Aquapac!

Are there any Instructions for Looking After the case?

Before using an Aquapac for the first time you need to make sure that it got to you in perfect condition. We ask you to do ‘The Bubble Test’: Seal something worthless inside and submerge in a basin. A few air bubbles may escape from the Aquaclip, this is ok, water can get into parts of the clamp without getting into the case. But if a stream of bubbles escaped when you squeezed it there could be a problem, and you should contact us to obtain a replacement.

The Bubble Test is also a good time to check that the case floats.

Before each use you must examine the Aquapac to make sure it’s not visibly damaged – to be safe you should always do The Bubble Test.

Before opening, you must shake any water from the Aquaclip. Otherwise it could get into the case when you open it.

Avoid scratching any of the flexible case materials. Especially the LENSFLEX window on the camera cases. If stowing – for example in a boat or jetski compartment – do so carefully so it won’t be damaged in rough seas.

Wash in soapy water and then rinse with fresh water, especially after regular contact with chlorinated or salt water, or with sun creams. Do not use bleach, alcohol or proprietary cleaners.

The LENSFLEX window on the camera cases may also be cleaned with photographic quality tissues.

A customer care guide is supplied with every case.

What Guarantees and Warranties do I get?

Aquapac International Limited offers a Manufacturer's 3-year warranty that the cases, if used in accordance with the instructions, will be free from defects in workmanship and materials for three years from the date of purchase.

Will the Aquapac really Float with my stuff inside?

Yes. The Aquaclip creates a hermetic seal – once closed the case is airtight. Most electronic equipment is full of air. So it’s not so much the air round the outside of your phone or camera or whatever, but the air actually inside it that makes it float.

If you put lead bars or gold ingots inside a case and carefully squeeze out all the air before sealing, the Aquapac may not float. Sorry.
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Can I use my Aquapac in the hot tub?

Around +40ºC (+100ºF) the hard plastic of the Aquaclip starts to soften. The case could therefore leak if submerged in a very hot bath. As long as the case is not held underwater, use in the bath or hot tub is fine.

(Please note that an Aquaclip left in the hot sun will instantly revert to its normal state if dropped in water.)
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Is Sound Quality affected?

You should be able to use your phone or radio handset normally inside an Aquapac. There is very little loss of volume, since sound waves travel straight through the plastic.

We are however aware of a feedback problem with some phones. Should you experience sound distortion please click here
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