Watertight case: how to choose the right one for your equipment

Cameras, drones, electronics and technical equipment move from vehicles to sets, from airports to worksites and from one location to another.

Along the way, water, dust, impacts and frequent handling are part of the job.

That is why a professional watertight case should do more than simply withstand tough conditions. It should also keep equipment organised, easy to carry and ready when you need it.

HPRC offers different formats for different needs: from the compact HPRC2460 to the long HPRC5400W with wheels.

The starting point is always the same: what do you need to protect, and how do you work with that equipment?

Plastic watertight case: what really matters?

When choosing a plastic watertight case, strength and protection from water and dust are essential.

But they are not the only things that matter.

A professional solution should combine:

protection from external elements;
impact resistance;
manageable weight;
configurable interiors;
transport options suited to your workflow.

HPRC cases are made from TTX01® resin, developed to combine strength and lightness, and use sealing systems with an O-ring.

The advantage is not simply having a tough shell.

It is about protecting your equipment without adding unnecessary weight and complexity to your work.

Watertight case with cubed foam or a flexible interior?

A watertight case with cubed foam is particularly useful when your kit stays fairly consistent over time.

The foam allows you to create dedicated spaces around devices, instruments and accessories, helping keep them secure during transport.

If your kit changes frequently, a configuration with dividers or an internal bag may be more practical.

There is no single interior that is always best.

The right one is the one that fits the way you use your equipment.

Which HPRC watertight case should you choose?

Dimensions and capacity matter, but so does the way you move.

HPRC2460: for compact kits

The HPRC2460 is ideal when you want to keep your kit compact and easy to carry.

It is also available with pre-cut foam and can accommodate cameras, electronics and smaller technical equipment.

Choose it if: you want protection and organisation without carrying a larger case than you actually need.

HPRC2700: when your kit gets bigger

The HPRC2700 offers more space and is available empty, with foam or with an internal bag.

It can be useful when instruments, devices, power supplies and accessories need to travel together.

Choose it if: you want to keep a more complex kit together in one organised system.

HPRC3500: when you need to stay mobile

The HPRC3500 brings protective-case performance into a watertight hard backpack format.

The back panel and shoulder straps let you carry your equipment while keeping your hands free.

Choose it if: you are a photographer, technician or operator who moves frequently with equipment.

HPRC5400W: for long equipment

The HPRC5400W is designed for longer equipment, such as tripods and lighting systems, and features wheels for easier handling.

Choose it if: you need to manage size and weight as well as protection during transport.

Don’t just choose a case. Choose how you want to work.

IP67, impact resistance and sealing matter.

But your decision should not stop at the specifications.

Ask yourself:

What do I need to carry?

How often will I move it?

How do I want to organise it?

How quickly do I need to access my equipment?

A good watertight case protects its contents during the journey.

A case designed around your work does more: when you arrive, every item is in its place and ready to use.

From the compact HPRC2460 to the wheeled HPRC5400W, the right choice starts with your equipment but above all with the way you use it.

Protect. Organise. Move. Work.