What's the Difference
Different jobs call for different tools. Thus, Pelican offers a variety of protective case lines, all of which provide the legendary level of protection that has come to define Pelican as a brand. For many of our customers, the heavy-duty Protector line of cases can be overkill. As a result, many find themselves looking at the Pelican Vault vs. Storm case collections to protect their equipment
Pelican Storm cases are a lightweight alternative to the Protector series of cases, made from HPX® high impact resin. Storm cases are waterproof, dustproof and crushproof, while our Vault line is not rated for complete submersion. It is also for this reason that Storm cases are outfitted with a Vortex™ Valve to ensure that the air pressure inside the case is always balanced, thus preventing vacuum lock. Equipped with our patented and ever-popular Press & Pull™ latch system, Storm cases lock automatically upon closing, yet easily open by pressing the button on the latch. Pelican Storm cases are proudly made here in the U.S.A. and feature a lifetime guarantee.
The differences between these two case lines are subtle yet significant. The Pelican Vault case line has been designed with firearm protection in mind, though there are multipurpose cases available. Vault cases are Pelican’s most affordable protective case collection, made from high-impact polymer to ensure supreme protection for your firearms and other gear. The most rugged cases in their class, Vault cases are crushproof, dustproof and weather resistant, making them the perfect blend of tough and budget-friendly. Vault cases are ideal for gun cases, photo cases and equipment boxes.
| STORM CASES | VAULT CASES |
|---|---|
| Waterproof ✔ |
Weather-Resistant ✔ |
| Crushproof ✔ |
Crushproof ✔ |
| Material HPX™ |
Material High-Impact Polypethylene |
| Latch Style Press & Pull™ |
Latch Style Press & Pull™ |
| Pressure Equalization Valve ✔ |
Pressure Equalization Valve ✔ |
| Interior Divider Options No Foam, Foam, TrekPak™ or Padded Divider |
Interior Divider Options No Foam, Foam, or Padded Divider |
| Stainless Steel Hardware ✔ |
Stainless Steel Hardware ✔ |
| Stainless Padlock Protectors ✔ |
Stainless Padlock Protectors |
| Warranty Lifetime |
Warranty 3-Year |
| Made in USA ✔ |
Made in USA |
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The Bottom Line
When comparing and contrasting the Pelican Vault vs. Storm case collections, it is imperative that you consider the demands of the mission at hand and make your selection based on the conditions you will be facing. However, no matter which one you choose, you are guaranteed to get a case that is Pelican Tough.
