Pelican Products Waterproof Cases

Pelican Products Waterproof Cases: Protection You Can Depend On

When gear survival isn't optional, professionals and outdoor enthusiasts turn to Pelican Products waterproof cases. Waterproof cases from Pelican have earned a reputation built over decades of real-world use — from military deployments to backcountry river runs — and the engineering behind them explains exactly why.

A Legacy Built on Keeping Water Out

Founded in 1976, Pelican introduced its iconic Protector case line in 1978, and the brand has been refining the science of waterproofing ever since. The company's flagship cases are molded plastic cases that seal with an airtight and watertight gasket — a seemingly simple concept that took decades of engineering to perfect. Today, Pelican's waterproof case lineup spans several distinct product lines, each tailored to a different level of access, portability, and protection.

Key Product Lines

• Protector Cases — Designed to be watertight, crushproof, and dustproof, Protector cases feature an automatic pressure equalization valve and polymer construction, making them the go-to choice for transporting sensitive equipment in industrial and professional settings.
• Storm Cases — Storm cases are polymer hard cases featuring press-and-pull latches, designed for frequent access while maintaining full environmental protection — ideal for field use where gear needs to come in and out quickly.
• Micro Cases — A compact hard case series designed for small devices, tools, and accessories, Micro cases feature gasket sealing and impact-resistant construction — perfect for phones, small electronics, and accessories.
• Air Cases — Part of Pelican's lineup engineered for travelers who need certified protection without the bulk, combining a lightweight design with the same core waterproofing standards.

What Makes Pelican Waterproof Cases Stand Out

Pelican waterproof cases are made of polypropylene copolymer that has chemical resistance properties, giving them an edge in harsh environments where exposure to fuels, solvents, or saltwater is a real concern. Every case incorporates tongue-and-groove parting lines between the lid and base for a seamless, water-blocking seal. These watertight cases are tested to IP67 immersion standards — meaning they can be fully submerged to one meter — and the cases are also buoyant, so they float, and can be fully submerged due to a pressure equalization valve.

Pelican cases also meet MIL-STD C4150-J for waterproofing and ATA 300 standards for durability in shipping, making them one of the few consumer-accessible case brands validated for military and aviation transport. Pelican's waterproofing technology has been validated in real-world conditions by the U.S. Armed Forces, municipal utility crews, wildlife researchers, and first responders — people whose livelihoods depend on gear arriving intact.

Interior customization is another advantage. Cases are available empty, foam filled with pick-n-pluck foam, or with a padded divider set, so whether you're protecting a camera body, a handheld radio, or precision instrumentation, you can engineer a fit that prevents movement and absorbs shock. Pelican cases come with lifetime warranties and are built tough and ready for the most rugged jobs — a confidence-inspiring commitment that's rare in the protective case market.

Whether you're heading offshore on a fishing charter, storing emergency equipment in a service truck, or shipping sensitive electronics across the country, Pelican waterproof cases offer a proven standard of protection that's hard to match. Explore the full Pelican Products brand page or browse all waterproof cases to find the right fit for your needs.