What Does IPX6 and IPX7 Waterproof Rating Mean?

March 8th, 2010 admin

When you are out on the trail, and your hike just turned into a muddy downpour mess of an afternoon, you’ll want to make sure that you are carrying a GPS that is rated to handle the weather. Most handheld GPS units are rated to the IPX7 waterproofing standard; a pretty good standard that keeps the unit sound in the face …


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