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Ready for a radio
I know this has been talked about before. Just looking for some input. Can someone explain the water proof levels and give me a few ideas of what models you all use likes and dislikes? Thanks Dan
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This is from HyCom
The Japan Industrial Standards (JIS) for water resistance uses a "0" to "8" scale to define the level of water ingress protection built into each product. If the product was tested in compliance with this standard it is usually listed on the product spec sheet. The various JIS classes are defined below.
JIS "0" - No special protection
JIS "1" - Vertically dripping water shall have no harmful effect (Drip resistant 1)
JIS "2" - Dripping water at an angle up to 15 degrees from vertical shall have no harmful effect (Drip resistant 2)
JIS "3" - Falling rain at an angle up to 60 degrees from vertical shall have no harmful effect (Rain resistant)
JIS "4" - Splashing water from any direction shall have no harmful effect (Splash resistant)
JIS "5" - Direct jetting water from any direction shall have no harmful effect (Jet resistant)
JIS "6" - Direct jetting water from any direction shall not enter the enclosure (Water tight)
JIS "7" - Water shall not enter the enclosure when it is immersed in water under defined conditions (Immersion resistant) (my note - other sites say that the defined condition is a depth of 1 meter for 30 minutes)
JIS "8" - The equipment is usable for continuous submersion in water under specified pressure (Submersible)
I have found that while a JIS7 radio will handle a lot of water and keep working, the problems happen around the control knobs and recharge points. The radio will still require a good cleaning and surface spray of WD40.
The Japan Industrial Standards (JIS) for water resistance uses a "0" to "8" scale to define the level of water ingress protection built into each product. If the product was tested in compliance with this standard it is usually listed on the product spec sheet. The various JIS classes are defined below.
JIS "0" - No special protection
JIS "1" - Vertically dripping water shall have no harmful effect (Drip resistant 1)
JIS "2" - Dripping water at an angle up to 15 degrees from vertical shall have no harmful effect (Drip resistant 2)
JIS "3" - Falling rain at an angle up to 60 degrees from vertical shall have no harmful effect (Rain resistant)
JIS "4" - Splashing water from any direction shall have no harmful effect (Splash resistant)
JIS "5" - Direct jetting water from any direction shall have no harmful effect (Jet resistant)
JIS "6" - Direct jetting water from any direction shall not enter the enclosure (Water tight)
JIS "7" - Water shall not enter the enclosure when it is immersed in water under defined conditions (Immersion resistant) (my note - other sites say that the defined condition is a depth of 1 meter for 30 minutes)
JIS "8" - The equipment is usable for continuous submersion in water under specified pressure (Submersible)
I have found that while a JIS7 radio will handle a lot of water and keep working, the problems happen around the control knobs and recharge points. The radio will still require a good cleaning and surface spray of WD40.
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My first radio was a Uniden Voyager. Lasted about 5 years before the knobs finally froze up and the transmit button stuck in transmit mode. If I'd taken better care of it, it probably would have lasted much longer.
I now have a West Marine VHF150 Handheld. They're made by Standard Horizon. The only reason I bought it instead of replacing it with another Uniden is that it was $50 less expensive. I'm hoping that it isn't cheaper.
I now have a West Marine VHF150 Handheld. They're made by Standard Horizon. The only reason I bought it instead of replacing it with another Uniden is that it was $50 less expensive. I'm hoping that it isn't cheaper.
Over every mountain there is a path, although it may not be seen from the valley
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Dan..Sam and I both bought vhf radios from West Marine a while back.
We both ended up taking them back.
Sam stayed with a West Marine but a differant model I think. you'd have to ask him which one.
I whined enough that they upgraded me to a Uniden Voyager for $10.
The voyager has served me well with just a quick light washdown of fresh water and an occasional spray of reel magic.
We both ended up taking them back.
Sam stayed with a West Marine but a differant model I think. you'd have to ask him which one.
I whined enough that they upgraded me to a Uniden Voyager for $10.
The voyager has served me well with just a quick light washdown of fresh water and an occasional spray of reel magic.
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