Maintenance & Care for Your Outex Underwater Housing System

Recommended Topics: Clean, Dry, & Store

Your Outex waterproof housing is built to last — made from premium materials like aluminum, stainless steel, optical glass, nylon, neoprene, and our patented silicone-based cover. With proper care, your Outex system will protect your camera gear for years of adventures — from oceans to deserts, rainforests to snowfields.

Just like your camera equipment, your Outex housing deserves a little maintenance to stay in peak condition. Follow these 3 simple steps to keep your system performing perfectly:

1. Clean

After each use, rinse all Outex components with clean, fresh water and mild, neutral soap — the same care you’d give your own skin.

• Use a soft toothbrush to remove sand, dirt, or debris from metal parts and threads.

• Avoid harsh chemicals, solvents, or acidic cleaners that can damage the materials.

• If you’ve used your housing in salt water, cleaning promptly is especially important to prevent corrosion or buildup.

Pro Tip: Pay special attention to the threading areas and ports — clean threads make assembly smoother and help maintain your system’s integrity.

2. Dry

After cleaning, gently pat all components dry with a soft towel or cloth. Then allow them to air dry completely before reassembling or storing.

• Avoid storing the housing while wet or fully assembled.

• Let parts “breathe” — moisture trapped inside can create condensation or mold.

• Don’t fold or tightly compress the cover; instead, store it loosely to avoid fold marks.

Pro Tip: If you’re on the go, let the components dry overnight before packing them for travel or long-term storage.

3. Store

Once clean and dry, store your Outex gear in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated space — the same way you’d store your camera gear.

• Avoid sealed plastic bags or humid environments.

• Protect the cover and ports from sharp objects or hard surfaces.

• Use Outex protective cases to safeguard your housing during transport or storage.

We offer a range of protective cases on our Parts page — including port covers, neoprene carrying cases, and padded mats for assembly or travel.

Handling & Protection Tips

The Outex cover is tough, flexible, and designed for adventure — but like any gear, it has limits.

• Avoid dragging or pressing the cover against sharp edges like your camera’s hot-shoe mount or metal strap loops.

• When transporting your gear, use a protective case to prevent hard impacts (for example, from kayak floors, paddles, or other equipment).

• Even small punctures or micro-tears from repeated impacts can eventually allow water in when submerged — prevention is key.

Additional Care, when/if needed: Lubrication

All Outex threaded parts come pre-lubricated from the factory using high-quality silicone oil. This lubrication helps ensure smooth threading — it does not affect the waterproof seal.

Reapply lubricant only when:

• Threads feel gritty, sticky, or hard to turn.

• You’ve cleaned the system after heavy use in sand, salt, or dirt.

To re-lubricate:

1. Apply a few drops of Outex silicone oil (available on our Parts page).

2. Spread evenly using a clean brush, Q-tip, or cloth along the circumference of the threads.

3. Wipe off any excess oil before reassembly.

Summary

Proper maintenance keeps your Outex system adventure-ready and your camera gear safe.
Remember: Clean. Dry. Store.

By taking just a few minutes after each use, you’ll extend the life of your Outex waterproof housing — and keep capturing stunning images in any environment.