{"product":{"id":8289323843868,"title":"XP DEUS II Remote Control 20 Meter Waterproof Cap - Red","body_html":"\u003cp\u003eThe XP DEUS II Remote Control 20 Meter Waterproof Cap in red is a pressure-balancing component designed exclusively for underwater detecting with the DEUS II remote control. This cap maintains internal pressure equilibrium when the remote is submerged, preventing keypad swelling and speaker membrane adhesion that occur when atmospheric pressure differentials build up during deep dives. DEUS II owners who hunt rivers, lakes, or saltwater beaches below the surface need this red cap installed on the remote before entering the water, and the cap must be removed immediately upon returning to land because the pressure-balancing mechanism that protects the remote underwater will cause component malfunction in surface air as temperature and barometric pressure shift throughout the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included with the XP DEUS II Remote Control 20 Meter Waterproof Cap\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eXP DEUS II Remote Control 20 Meter Waterproof Cap in red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy DEUS II Divers Reach for the Red 20 Meter Cap\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePressure balancing prevents keypad swelling during deep underwater hunts: the red cap equalizes internal and external pressure at depths up to 20 meters, eliminating the membrane distortion that makes buttons unresponsive or stuck.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpeaker protection in submerged environments: the pressure-balancing design stops the loudspeaker membrane from adhering to its housing when external water pressure exceeds internal air pressure during descent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMandatory cap-swap discipline for land detecting: removing the red cap before surface hunts prevents the flexible keypad from swelling or the speaker from sticking as ambient temperature and barometric pressure vary, a maintenance habit that extends remote lifespan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine XP engineering for the DEUS II remote control: this cap is the factory-specified component for underwater pressure management, not an aftermarket workaround, ensuring the remote's waterproof integrity remains intact through repeated dive cycles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor detectorists running multiple \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/seriousdetecting.com\/collections\/xp\"\u003eXP metal detectors - authorized US dealer\u003c\/a\u003e configurations, the red cap is the required accessory when transitioning the DEUS II remote from park hunts to river or ocean detecting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePressure Management in Underwater DEUS II Remote Operation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRiver and Lake Detecting at Depth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen a DEUS II remote descends below the surface without the red 20-meter cap installed, external water pressure rises faster than the sealed internal air pressure can equalize, compressing the flexible keypad membrane inward and pressing the loudspeaker diaphragm against its housing. The red cap incorporates a pressure-balancing mechanism that prevents this compression. The cap remains effective to 20 meters, equivalent to 65 feet, covering the depth range of most recreational underwater detecting. Once the hunt concludes and the remote returns to the surface, the cap must be removed immediately because the balancing mechanism that protects components underwater will cause the keypad to swell and the speaker to malfunction when exposed to surface air temperature swings and barometric pressure changes over the following hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSaltwater Beach Surf and Shallow Water Hunts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaltwater detectorists working the surf zone or wading in tidal flats face pressure challenges during underwater detecting. Wave action and repeated submersion cycles create transient pressure spikes that can distort the keypad, and the red cap eliminates this risk entirely. For extended surf hunts or any session where the remote will be submerged repeatedly, installing the red cap is the safer protocol. The cap's pressure-balancing mechanism handles the rapid depth changes that occur when a wave breaks over the remote or the detectorist dives to retrieve a target from a trough. Understanding \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/seriousdetecting.com\/pages\/metal-detector-technologies\"\u003ethe technologies behind modern detectors\u003c\/a\u003e helps clarify why the DEUS II remote requires pressure management for underwater use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/seriousdetecting.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/D2-RC1-RED20M_01-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Red waterproof cap with black rubber seals stacked for XP DEUS II metal detector remote control\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e XP DEUS II Remote Control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 meters (65 feet)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pressure balancing for underwater use only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLand Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Forbidden (remove cap before surface detecting)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Covered under XP DEUS II accessory warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from Serious Detecting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSerious Detecting is an \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/seriousdetecting.com\/pages\/customer-care__about-us\"\u003eauthorized XP dealer\u003c\/a\u003e, which means this red 20-meter waterproof cap ships with full manufacturer warranty coverage and our team has direct access to XP technical support for any pressure-balancing questions that arise during underwater hunts. We stock genuine XP replacement components and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/seriousdetecting.com\/collections\/metal-detector-parts-accessories\"\u003emetal detector parts \u0026amp; accessories\u003c\/a\u003e for the DEUS II platform, and every order ships free within the continental United States. Our 30-day return policy covers accessories, and we honor XP's price-match guarantee on all in-stock items, ensuring you pay the same rate as any competing authorized dealer.\u003c\/p\u003e","vendor":"XP Metal Detectors","product_type":"Metal Detecting Parts \u0026 Accessories","created_at":"2023-05-18T21:17:06-04:00","handle":"xp-deus-ii-remote-control-20-meter-waterproof-cap-red","updated_at":"2026-06-04T10:57:48-04:00","published_at":"2023-05-18T21:17:06-04:00","template_suffix":null,"published_scope":"web","tags":"20-meter, deus-ii, genuine-xp-part, pressure-balancing, red, remote-control, underwater-detecting, waterproof-cap, xp","variants":[{"id":45211140456732,"product_id":8289323843868,"title":"Default Title","price":"3.90","sku":"D2-RC1-RED20M","position":1,"compare_at_price":"4.59","fulfillment_service":"manual","inventory_management":"shopify","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"created_at":"2023-05-18T21:17:06-04:00","updated_at":"2026-06-04T10:57:48-04:00","taxable":true,"barcode":"3665994005263","grams":28,"image_id":null,"weight":0.0625,"weight_unit":"lb","requires_shipping":true,"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1},"price_currency":"USD","compare_at_price_currency":"USD","quantity_price_breaks":[]}],"options":[{"id":10507386945820,"product_id":8289323843868,"name":"Title","position":1,"values":["Default Title"]}],"images":[{"id":41206556819740,"product_id":8289323843868,"position":1,"created_at":"2023-05-18T21:17:06-04:00","updated_at":"2023-05-18T21:17:06-04:00","alt":"Red waterproof cap with black rubber seals stacked for XP DEUS II metal detector remote control","width":1600,"height":1600,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/1464\/9628\/products\/D2-RC1-RED20M_01-scaled.jpg?v=1684459026","variant_ids":[]}],"image":{"id":41206556819740,"product_id":8289323843868,"position":1,"created_at":"2023-05-18T21:17:06-04:00","updated_at":"2023-05-18T21:17:06-04:00","alt":"Red waterproof cap with black rubber seals stacked for XP DEUS II metal detector remote control","width":1600,"height":1600,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/1464\/9628\/products\/D2-RC1-RED20M_01-scaled.jpg?v=1684459026","variant_ids":[]}}}