E01 Waterproof?

[rockz4532]

i got my E01 today, and i noticed it has no lens! the bezel has a small opening around the LED. Is this waterproof, if so to how many feet?

 

[Marduke]

Yes, it is waterproof to approximately 100 feet.

 

[Buck91]

Where are you getting your 100ft from, Marduke? Its late and I'm tired, but I seem to remember Fenix rating it as "waterproof to IPX8 standards." I don't believe thats terribly descriptive (at least, going on memory again, from the last time this type of question came up about fenix)

 

[AOBRICK]

Just put mine through the wash .... still works fine.

 

[Flying Turtle]

Mine has made it through the wash, too. Gave myself a dope slap for that one.

Geoff

 

[Haz]

I've dunked mine underwater many times, and still working fine. The small size, means less air inside the unit, so there is lesser impact from water pressure.

 

[Marduke]

Where are you getting your 100ft from, Marduke? Its late and I'm tired, but I seem to remember Fenix rating it as "waterproof to IPX8 standards." I don't believe thats terribly descriptive (at least, going on memory again, from the last time this type of question came up about fenix)

It has the same basic seal construction of the Fenix E0 and Arc AAA, both waterproof to 100+ ft. And the E01 is more robustly made and durable than either, so....

 

[TONY M]

Just be sure not to unscrew the head too much underwater.

 

[TONY M]

Also I have frozen mine (with alkalines) in a block of ice and it still kept running.

 

[rockz4532]

ok. would the chlorine in pool water affect the light in any way? Because i have a X5 that i use in the pool all the time, then i accidentally dropped it (3ft) and when i picked it up. it was flickering. so i turned it off, and saw a small blue light from the end, and i thought maybe water had gone in the light. I cleaned it off, disassembled it, put it back together after 2 hours, and still that dim blue glow. since then i havent used any of my lights in water.

 

[Zatoichi]

The condition of the o-ring(s) plays a big part in water resistance. Although they're cheap and replaceable parts, I like to keep mine lubed and in good shape for this reason.

 

[Mikellen]

Is the LD01 and LOD just as waterproof as the EO1 and Arc?

Thanks.

 

[Marduke]

Is the LD01 and LOD just as waterproof as the EO1 and Arc?

Thanks.

I've heard of it going swimming and through the washer and dryer many times from numerous people, but it's not meant to be water "proof"

 

[TONY M]

Is the LD01 and LOD just as waterproof as the EO1 and Arc?

Thanks.

I wouldn't try it but it should be fine in a little bit of water.

 

[Unforgiven]

It has the same basic seal construction of the Fenix E0 and Arc AAA, both waterproof to 100+ ft. And the E01 is more robustly made and durable than either, so....

I've had many AAA Arc's and like my E01's but where did you get that information? I recall Arc AAA's being photographed in a dive but am not aware of any information or tests on the E01.

 

[Marduke]

I've had many AAA Arc's and like my E01's but where did you get that information? I recall Arc AAA's being photographed in a dive but am not aware of any information or tests on the E01.

Everything about it's construction is more robust and durable. Anodized non-conductive vs non-anodized conductive threads, spring vs battery crusher design, thicker side walls, deeper reflector to protect the LED from damage, and an O-ring that is always engaged when in the off position unlike some examples I have seen from Arc.

Half exposed o-rings tend to not be as water resistant or durable over time.

 

[deranged_coder]

In the interest of (mad) science, this is what I currently have on my desk:

The E01 has been sitting in the glass of water for about half an hour now and it is still going...

 

[Unforgiven]

Everything about it's construction is more robust and durable. Anodized non-conductive vs non-anodized conductive threads, spring vs battery crusher design, thicker side walls, deeper reflector to protect the LED from damage, and an O-ring that is always engaged when in the off position unlike some examples I have seen from Arc.

Half exposed o-rings tend to not be as water resistant or durable over time.

So it's more personal opinion rather than testing. I see. Thank you for your response.

 

[Marduke]

So it's more personal opinion rather than testing. I see. Thank you for your response.

Well, those are not really personal opinions, as those design elements are factually more durable by design.


Also, the 5 story drop test favors the E01, as the Arc would not turn on after.

 

[Woods Walker]

Well, those are not really personal opinions, as those design elements are factually more durable by design.


Also, the 5 story drop test favors the E01, as the Arc would not turn on after.

I remember that test. I think the issue was a crushed battery in the Arc. But could be wrong.