Accessories

 

 

Audio
Submersible microphone
Alarms
Water alarm
Video
Video splitter / amplifier
Video bulkhead connector (EO type)
Coax cable
Filters
UR Pro
Diopters
External Monitor
EM253 External Color Monitor
EM43 External Color Monitor

Hardware
Pelican cases
Ultralight arms
Gates pole III

White balance slate
Gates Tripod

Cleaning & Maintenance
Gates “chamois” drying towel
Purosol port cleaner and micro fiber cleaning   cloth
Dow-corning 55 silicone lubricant in syringe    applicator

Parts
O-ring kit

Lighting
Visit the Gates Lighting page all illumination    options and specifications
Ports
Visit the Gates Ports page for Gates port    options and specifications
Gates Wear
Baseball hat
Henley Shirt
Keychain
 
     
  Audio
 
Submersible Microphone
Capture strident sounds of the underwater world – Shrimp chatter, excited divers or your buddy’s bubbles – with this submersible microphone. Note: The Submersible Microphone is not suitable for more subtle audio like whale song or dolphin echo location.

Compatibility: All Gates housings except PD150/PD170/XL1/XL1s/HD1

 
  Video
 

 

Video Splitter / Amplifier DF773
The DF773 splits and amplifies surface feed video signals, especially when extended lengths of cable are required. Feeds in excess of 1000ft / .304m coax are readily handled while simultaneously providing a passive feed to an external monitor on the housing, which remains active even if battery power is exhausted.

Power: 9V battery (included)
Size: 2in x 2.5in / 51mm x 63mm.
Components: Video amplifier module, one or two EO Bulkhead Connectors, 9V battery
Formats: NTSC / PAL / SECAM, standard and widescreen


 
Video Bulkhead Connector (Female E.O. Type)
The 2-pin E.O. SD or 6 Pin HD connector are robust, industry standard design for NTSC / PAL video transmission. It is wet-connectable to a male E.O. cable, and may be custom fit for connection to a variety of cameras.
 
Coax Cable
Marine-grade RG59 Coax is available in custom lengths to suit most any need. Includes E.O. male connector for housing connection, and gold contact RCA or BNC connector at the opposite end (specify when ordering).

For lengths exceeding 300ft / 91m Gates recommends the DF773 Video Splitter/Amplifier to ensure a robust video signal is delivered topside.

 
  Alarms
 

 

Water Alarm
For that extra peace of mind, Gates offers an optional moisture detector for nearly all housings. In the rare event that water enters your housing, the detector sets off a shrill warning heard underwater.

Power: 6V or 9V battery, included
Alarm level: ~100db in air

 
  Filters
 

 

UR Pro
UR Pro Color correction filters are available in ‘blue water’ and ‘green water’ versions. Blue water is standard on all Gates housings, green water optional. Both are available in optical polycarbonate and glass.

When ordering specify the housing model and serial number, green or blue water, and glass or optical polycarbonate.

 

Diopters
Close up diopter kits with +1, +2 and +4 magnification glass lenses are available for use with Gates Flat Ports. Diopters allow macro imaging of very small subjects like Nudibranchs, Pygmy Sea Horses and Christmas Tree Worms.

When ordering specify you camera model and lens size (e.g. 37mm, 58mm, 72mm)

   

Hardware
 

 

Pelican Cases (www.Pelican.com)
Hard sided Pelican cases are available for traveling with your Gates housing. Popular sizes are model 1550, 1600, 1610 and 1620, however any Pelican case is available through Gates. If purchased with a housing the protective foam will be plucked for a glove-like fit.


Ultralight Control Systems (www.ULCS.com)
For strobes or lights, Ultralight manufactures the finest arms and arm accessories for above and below water use. Gates can supply any configuration to suit your housing system needs.

 

 

Gates Pole III– GPL8
Versatile Pole Cam with Articulating Control

The Gates Pole III is your ticket to capturing underwater images without getting wet! Mounting directly to your Gates housing, the Gates Pole III has an articulating head for viewing in all directions, including up and down pivot. Video can be viewed above water, too, with an optional video out connector, cable, and a Gates external color monitor mounted to the handle for easy viewing. The Gates Pole III is 8 feet / 2.4m and separates into two sections for easier travel. Custom lengths are also available.

Construction is 100% stainless steel and anodized aluminum, so you know it will withstand even the toughest use, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The Gates pole is, of course, backed by Gates legendary 2 year warranty.

Download Gates Pole III Feature Sheet

 

White Balance Slate
The Gates WB slate is like having a third arm to hold a white card in front of the lens while setting the white balance. Use the other side for taking notes and camera settings.

 

 

Gates Tripod
With widely spaced, fully articulating and extensible legs the Gates Tripod is a solid platform for stable, unwavering shots – the mark of any professional sequence. Learn more…

Download Feature Sheet
(Contact Gates for specific compatibility)

 
  Cleaning and Maintenance
   
 

Gates “chamois” drying towel
Custom made for Gates, these drying towels are just like a chamois cloth – absorbent and soft. They are perfect for drying your Gates housing after a dive. Will not scratch or harm finishes.

 

Purosol port cleaner and micro fiber cleaning cloth
A mild but highly effective cleaning solution for all Gates ports. Will not harm coatings or finishes. 2 oz bottle includes micro fiber cloth.

   
 

Dow Corning 55 Silicone Lubricant
The same lubricant used by Gates factory technicians. Provided in a syringe applicator for perfect placement and sparing use.

   
 

Novus Plastic Polish and Cleaner
Specifically for use with Gates polymer domes, Novus Plastic Polish can minimize or remove small scratches. Kit includes 2 oz bottles of Novus #1 (for cleaning) and #2 (for fine scratch removal).

Caution: For plastic only. Do not use on glass and / or coated optics.

 
  Gates Wear
 

 

Gates logo baseball cap
Stylish and fashionable as well as practical. One size fits all.
Gates embroidered Henley shirt
Available in Gates-khaki, large and xtra-large sizes.
Gates machined key chain
Made in the Gates factory! This keychain is a small sample of Gates machined aluminum shells with an engraved logo.

 
  Parts
 

 

O-Ring Kit
O-ring kits are available for every Gates housing. Contact Gates for more details and have your housing model and serial number ready.

Gates recommends a complete overhaul every 2 years to ensure the good working condition of your Gates housings. With a factory overhaul we’ll renew the warranty for another 2 years even if the warranty has lapsed.

     
   

 

 

Product photos courtesy of Lee Peterson
www.photodistrict.com/lee/index.html