What about a Pelican or Storm case, they are supposed to be waterproof
and float. Some of them have transparent covers which may improve
remote control operation ergonomics (ie see what you are doing). One
thing to look at is whether the thing would float weight-wise if you
dumped your canoe.
Keep us posted on your progress.
my $0.02
--greg
--- In "Rich Peet" <> wrote:
>
> I am building a water proof and shock proof case for power and
> recording while canoeing. I am building and planning for a sound trip
> this spring that would cover the first 1000 miles of the Mississippi
> River by canoe.
>
> I am looking for a recommendation.
> I see that the Ammo Boxes have gotten a bit thin over the years.
> My 1950's military ammo box is three times the thickness of what I can
> currently buy in surplus stores. But the current size is smaller and
> I like that.
>
> I am building a water proof box to hold my SD722 as well as two UPS
> lead acid batteries. All cable connects will be case mounted to keep
> this water proof. Because the box is lighter and not as thick of
> metal I need a material to use as a cushion that will heat sink
> between the recorder and the box. I can use foam rubber to keep
> things aligned but need a flexible pad to form a heat sink between the
> recorder and this case. FYI, the SD722 does have heat issues. Anyone
> know of a product that has this property?
>
> small picture at:
> http://home.comcast.net/~richpeet/Bullet.jpg
>
> Rich Peet
>
> Rich
>
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