To prevent corrosion, the electronics are cast in acrylic resin. If they have the right to use their engine in salt water, they should definitely choose a salt-water resistant model like the Minn Kota Riptide.

The Riptide models have the unbreakable composite shaft, which does not rust unlike metal and at ground contact while bends but does not break or kink. Nevertheless, he is stiff enough that it does not vibrate when driving.

Technical data:
 

•      Voltage: 12V
•      Switching stages: 5 forward, 3 reverse gears Wart
•      Power: 504 Watt
•      Thrust: 1.80 to 20.41 kg
•      Shaft length: 76 cm
•      Weight: 7 Kg
•      for inflatable boats
•      Maximum current consumption: 42 amps
•      Low Battery Indicator: Yes