What Changed
Pelican Products recently introduced a new and improved formulation for its Protector™ cases. This next-generation material is re-engineered with HPXP material technology to be tougher, more durable, and UV-resistant, with higher impact resistance, better color fastness, and enhanced dimensional stability.
This update resulted in small changes to the interior dimensions of some Protector case models, which can affect close-fitting panel systems.
As an authorized Pelican Distributor, DataPro has worked closely with Pelican to review this material update and ensure ongoing compatibility between all cases, panels, and accessories that we offer.
As always, we guarantee compatibility between any combination of case and panel purchased together from DataPro.
Affected Products
We have identified compatibility considerations for the cases listed below. Please note that this includes panels for affected models created with our online Plate Designer Pro.
If you own one of these cases, panels, panel frames, or panel-ready cases purchased prior to June 1st, 2026 and are ordering an additional or replacement component, please check compatibility or contact DataPro before ordering.
| Model | Cases | Panel-ready Cases | Panels | Panel Frames |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1450 | PC-1450-* | - | PP-1450-* | PF-1450-BLK |
| 1600 | PC-1600-* | PC-1600-BRKT | PP-1600-* | - |
| 1610 | PC-1610-* | PC-1610-BRKT | PP-1610-* | - |
| 1620 | PC-1620-* | PC-1620-BRKT | PP-1620-* | - |
| 1630 | PC-1630-* | PC-1630-BRKT | PP-1630-* | - |
| 1650 | PC-1650-* | PC-1650-BRKT | PP-1650-* | - |
Compatibility Details
The chart below summarizes the most common compatibility scenarios.
"Current" refers to DataPro case panel products and Pelican Protector cases purchased from DataPro after June 1st, 2026.
For Pelican cases purchased prior to June, 2026, see the "How to identify" section below to determine the date of manufacture, or contact DataPro for assistance.
| Panel or Frame | Case | Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Current panel | Current case | Compatible |
| Current panel | Older case | Compatible |
| Older panel | Current case | Contact DataPro |
| Current panel frame | Current case | Compatible |
| Current panel frame | Older case | Compatible |
| Older panel frame | Current case | Contact DataPro |
How to Identify Your Panel
| Date of purchase | Status |
|---|---|
| Before June 1st, 2026 | Old style panel |
| After June 1st, 2026 | New style panel |
Panels can be identified by their date of purchase. For edge cases, mixed configurations, missing order information, or any questions about compatibility, please contact DataPro.
How to Identify Your Case
| Date of manufacture | Status |
|---|---|
| Before October 31st, 2025 | Old style case |
| November 1st - December 31st, 2025 |
Mixed - contact DataPro |
| After January 1st, 2026 | New style case |
Case version can be determined by either the retail label or manufacture date. Protector cases using the updated material began production near the end of 2025.
Manufacture date stamp:
The case's manufacturing date is stamped on the floor of the case. The location varies by model.
- Upper-left: Day
- Upper-right: Month
- Lower-left: Year
- Lower-right: Internal reference
Removable Retail Sticker:
Current Protector cases feature a new style of removable retail sticker on the lid of the case.
Although these are often removed after purchase, they can provide a quick visual indicator if present.
Contact DataPro
If you need help identifying which version of a case, panel, or frame you have, please contact DataPro before ordering. Our team has decades of experience with Pelican cases, custom panels, and panel integration, and we'll be happy to confirm compatibility, recommend the right part, or answer questions about your case configuration.
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