An ATM 5 smartwatch implies it can withstand a pressure of 5 atmospheres or 5 Pascals.
Pressure equivalent of 5 atmospheres can be found at depths of 50 meters (165 feet) below water level. Therefore, an ATM 5 smartwatch can hide a peak depth pressure at depths of 165 feet under the water surface level.
A 5 ATM watch is water resistant and it can take easily handle exposure to water. Not all water activities can, however, be performed while wearing an ATM 5 smartwatch.
We look at some significant water activities that can be performed while using an ATM 5 smartwatch.
Water activities supported by ATM 5 watch
An ATM 5 smartwatch is suitable for:
Snorkeling – Snorkeling takes place at shallow levels of water. Generally, snorkelers would operate at depths of 4 meters or 12 feet. Advanced snorkelers could go deeper at depths of 30 feet or almost 10 meters.
Such depths are easily supported by ATM 5 smartwatches. So, an ATM 5 smartwatch can easily support snorkeling.
Swimming – Most ATM 5 rated smartwatches are SWIM compatible. Swimming, essentially, is a shallow water sports. So, there is no issue in using an ATM 5 smartwatch for swimming.
Showering – You could use an ATM 5 smartwatch while showering. However, care must be taken for the safe upkeep of the watch. There is a high possibility of water ingestion in the smartwatch while showering.
Shallow water sports – Many shallow water activities can be undertaken while wearing an ATM 5 smartwatch. For example, Kayaking or Paddleboarding can be easily undertaken with an ATM 5 smartwatch. Surfing could also be attempted with an ATM 5 smartwatch.
Avoidable Water activities with ATM 5 smartwatch
An ATM 5 smartwatch must be avoided when it comes to high speed water sports and diving. So, essentially, one must not use an ATM 5 smartwatch while scuba diving or deep water diving.
On a similar note, high speed water sports or high velocity sports could cause detriment to your ATM 5 smartwatch. Care must be undertaken to avoid high speed water sports while using an ATM 5 watch.
As a parting note, let us also reinforce the fact that a smartwatch must not be used with warm water, hot water or while taking steam. These could cause condensation on the screen, and lead to malfunctions in the smartwatch.