Pelican 1557 Air Case | Lightweight Waterproof Equipment Case
$249.95
Pelican 1557 Air Case | Lightweight Waterproof Equipment Case
$249.95
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Short Description:
The Pelican™ 1557 Air Case is a lightweight waterproof equipment case engineered to safeguard sensitive electronics, cameras, drones, test instruments, and professional gear in demanding environments. Constructed from Pelican's proprietary HPX²™ polymer, this rugged hard case delivers exceptional protection while weighing up to 40% less than traditional polymer cases, making it an excellent solution for industrial, commercial, aerospace, and government applications.
Product Overview
The Pelican 1557 Air Case is part of the innovative Pelican Air Series, designed to deliver professional-grade protection with significantly reduced weight. Manufactured in the USA using advanced HPX²™ polymer, this durable protective case offers outstanding resistance to impacts, dust, moisture, and harsh operating environments while remaining easy to transport.
Ideal for professionals who travel with valuable equipment, the case features user-customizable Pick N Pluck™ foam that securely supports delicate components and minimizes movement during transit. Press & Pull™ latches, a waterproof EPDM O-ring seal, stainless steel padlock protectors, and an automatic pressure equalization valve help protect contents from water intrusion, dust, and pressure changes. Compact yet highly capable, the Pelican 1557 Air Case is engineered to provide dependable protection for mission-critical equipment wherever work takes place.
Product Summary
The Pelican 1557 Air Case is a lightweight, waterproof, dustproof, and crush-resistant protective equipment case designed for transporting sensitive electronics, cameras, drones, industrial instruments, and professional equipment with maximum reliability and minimal weight.
Key Features
- Lightweight Pelican Air Series construction.
- Proprietary HPX²™ polymer reduces weight by up to 40%.
- Waterproof, dustproof, and crush-resistant design.
- Press & Pull™ latches for secure and reliable closure.
- User-customizable Pick N Pluck™ foam interior.
- Fold-down over-molded carrying handle.
- Automatic pressure equalization valve.
- Waterproof EPDM O-ring seal.
- Stainless steel reinforced padlock protectors.
- IP67 and MIL-SPEC certified.
- Limited Lifetime Warranty.
- Made in the USA.
Applications
- Industrial Maintenance
- Engineering Field Service
- Oil & Gas
- Aerospace
- Military & Defense
- Government Operations
- Scientific Research
- Professional Photography
- Broadcast & Media
- Drone Transport
- Telecommunications
- Utilities
- Emergency Response
- Laboratory Equipment
- Field Inspection
Technical Specifications
Interior Dimensions
- 17.33 × 13.00 × 9.75 in (44.02 × 33.02 × 24.77 cm)
Exterior Dimensions
- 19.18 × 15.79 × 10.5 in (48.72 × 40.11 × 26.67 cm)
Capacity / Measurements
- Lid Depth: 2.00 in (5.08 cm)
- Bottom Depth: 7.70 in (19.56 cm)
- Total Depth: 9.75 in (24.77 cm)
- Interior Volume: 1.27 ft³ (0.04 m³)
- Padlock Hole Diameter: 0.31 in (0.79 cm)
- Buoyancy: 80.00 lbs (36.29 kg)
Weight
- Weight with Foam: 8.20 lbs (3.72 kg)
- Weight without Foam: 6.60 lbs (2.99 kg)
- Overall Weight: 9.83 lbs (4.46 kg)
Materials
- Body: Proprietary Polypropylene Blend (HPX²™ Polymer)
- Latches: ABS
- O-Ring Seal: EPDM
- Pressure Equalization Valve Body: ABS
- Pressure Equalization Valve O-Ring: 70 Shore Nitrile
- Pressure Equalization Vent: Hi-Flow Gore-Tex 3 Micron Hydrophobic Non-Woven
Temperature Range
- Minimum Operating Temperature: 0°F (-18°C)
- Maximum Operating Temperature: 140°F (60°C)
Other Features
- User-customizable Pick N Pluck™ foam.
- Press & Pull™ latches.
- Fold-down over-molded carrying handle.
- Automatic pressure equalization valve.
- Waterproof EPDM O-ring seal.
- Stainless steel reinforced padlock protectors.
- Limited Lifetime Warranty.
- Made in the USA.
Certifications
- IP67 Certified.
- MIL-SPEC Certified.
Industries Served
- Oil & Gas
- Industrial Manufacturing
- Aerospace
- Military & Defense
- Government Agencies
- Engineering
- Utilities
- Mining
- Scientific Research
- Telecommunications
- Emergency Management
- Transportation & Logistics
- Professional Photography
- Broadcast & Media
- Laboratory & Testing
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the Pelican 1557 Air Case lighter than traditional protective cases?
The Pelican 1557 Air Case is constructed using proprietary HPX²™ polymer, allowing it to weigh up to 40% less than conventional polymer hard cases while maintaining exceptional durability.
Is the Pelican 1557 Air Case waterproof?
Yes. The case features an IP67-rated waterproof design with an EPDM O-ring seal and an automatic pressure equalization valve that protects equipment against water, dust, and changing atmospheric pressure.
Can the interior foam be customized?
Yes. The included Pick N Pluck™ foam can be customized to securely fit cameras, electronics, measuring instruments, drones, laboratory equipment, and other sensitive devices.
What types of equipment is the Pelican 1557 Air Case designed to protect?
The case is ideal for industrial instruments, cameras, drones, communication equipment, precision electronics, laboratory devices, field testing equipment, and other valuable assets requiring professional-grade protection.
Does the Pelican 1557 Air Case meet recognized protection standards?
Yes. The case is certified to IP67 and MIL-SPEC standards, making it suitable for demanding industrial, aerospace, military, engineering, and commercial applications.
Does Atlas Industrial Supply supply genuine Pelican Air Cases?
Yes. Atlas Industrial Supply is an authorized distributor of genuine Pelican™ products, providing professional-grade protective cases, coolers, and industrial storage solutions for commercial, industrial, aerospace, military, and government applications.
California Proposition 65 Warning
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals, including Bisphenol A (BPA), which is known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.