will moisture get to this?

[shotgunsrfun]

I wanted to know is, could I place this container in this shelf unit? I would like to but I am worryed that it is a bit warmer in the shelf unit. It will be in the container in the shelf unit shut doors at all times, and also moisture? I keep other items like flash lights, battiers and a few other metal items in here over the past year and they have no rust so far.

 

[wishin]

I don't quite understand what the 2nd picture depicts.

 

[shotgunsrfun]

2nd picture is a shelf unit, (cabinet) with a lock on it.

 

[paintballdude902]

the ammo can? no but it will trap moisture inside so id throw in a desiccant package

 

[logical]

2nd picture is a shelf unit, (cabinet) with a lock on it.

...laying on it's side...

 

[shotgunsrfun]

its laying on its side because I snap the picture that way..

where can I buy desiccant packages?

 

[rcmodel]

If the rubber lid seal is good, and there is no water in the can when you snap it shut, a GI ammo can is totally waterproof.
If it isn't in there when you shut the lid, it won't be in there later.

The military uses no desiccant in ammo cans full of ammo.
And you don't need too either.

rc

 

[shotgunsrfun]

but is it safe to leave ammo in the ammo can in my cabinet? or will mositure over time get to it or hot temp? which I never had a problem with hot temps, even in the summer the can I open it and feels mild cool

 

[paintballdude902]

rc i would but then again in eastern nc we have 100% humidity. also those seals can be pretty old some times so i wouldnt trust them

 

[The Bushmaster]

In a warm room inside your home you fill it with ammunition and close it. If the rubber seal is intact it will be air and water tight. No need for desiccant. But it wouldn't hurt either...

 

[shotgunsrfun]

but will it hurt put my ammo in my ammo can in this cabinet??? without desiccant?

 

[Ghost Walker]

You've been told right! If the sealed-in air is dry and the can's gasket is tight, then, you're good-to-go. I don't think that you'll, necessarily, need to add a desiccant; however, a sock full of ordinary dry rice will work just as well as many commercial desiccants. Change the rice, about, once a year.

 

[EddieNFL]

I've read that containers subjected to frequent wide changes in temps can develop moisture inside, particularly in humid climates. I've seen corrosion on ammo removed from arsenal sealed ammo cans.

 

[shotgunsrfun]

does anyone keep ammo cans with ammo in the cans in their cabinets???

 

[shotgunsrfun]

should I keep the ammo can in the cabinet?? or will ammo get messed up???

 

[Dokkalfar]

the cabinet doesnt look very waterproof, but otherwise the can should be decently secure. If you're gonna leave it there for a while, though, I'd throw in a desiccant just in case. Go buy a bag or two of beef jerky, and use that one or there's a bunch of other cheap things you can buy that have a water absorbent in it.

 

[shotgunsrfun]

yes, some rice in a sock. Thanks !

 

[wishin]

When I was in the army, I never opened an ammo can and found rust/corrosion. However, I never checked dates on the cans, so don't really know how old/new the stuff was. Some form of desiccant or silica gel won't hurt. Look at it as insurance. It's like buying a life insurance policy and knowing full well you'll live to be 90.

 

[6_gunner]

I use those type boxes to store spare ammo in my truckbed toolbox. I've had ammo that sat in one of those for years, through all seasons and still functioned fine. No misfires. I didn't even use a dessicant package.

The dessicant packs would be a good idea for really long-term storage, as would keeping the box in a more stable environment out of the weather. However, the box will keep it pretty safe by itself.

 

[Patriotme]

The Dollar Store usually has dessicant packs. They are cheap and about the size of a box of .410 shells. Unfortunately they are only good for 3 months but then again they are intended for a bigger container than an ammo can. Hey, it's only a dollar so if you have to replace them every 3 months (the life expectency of the dessicant) then it's no biggie.

 

[billwright]

"shotgunsrfun where can I buy desiccant packages? "

Shotgunsrfun - You can buy these things pretty easily and inexpensive online, checkout: http://www.silicagelpackets.com/

 

[rcmodel]

Go buy a bag or two of beef jerky, and use that

I hope that was a joke!
Nothing like adding salt laced meat to an ammo can!

I'd rather have a room humidity air inside, without the salt.

rc