Gates Accessories

The Gates Seal Check represents the next level in Gates legendary reliability by allowing confirmation of housing integrity before entering the water - virtually eliminating water intrusion as a source of downtime.

History reveals the three top reasons for floods are damaged/compromised o-rings, rushed setup and unfamiliarity with equipment. With Seal Check there is peace of mind ahead of time. Seal Check is available with an optional self-install kit for non-Gates housings, too.

Learn More...

With widely spaced, fully articulating and extendable legs the Gates Tripod is a solid platform for stable, unwavering shots – the mark of any professional sequence.
Also designed to be compact when not in use, each leg quickly and neatly folds up underneath the housing around the integrated Green Force battery mounts. No more cradling a big bulky tripod dangling from your housing.
Learn More...

The nanoFlash Mount secures the Convergent Design nanoFlash recorder conveniently inside Gates EX1 / EX1R housings.
The nanoFlash recorder allows very high data rate recording – greater than 100Mbps – with your EX1 / EX1R cameras. Combined with a Gates housing and SWP44C Super Wide Port, it represents the smallest underwater video system capable of meeting the highest standards for broadcast HD acquisition.

Learn More...

Ergonomic and adaptable, this carrying handle can be conveniently mounted to the center or side accessory rails.
An external monitor can also be mounted on the handle in several locations.

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)

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

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.

High speed digital HD-SDI surface feed is available for topside high definition viewing. 50 to over 300 feet, the link includes gold contact bulkhead and RCA connectors and certified coaxial cable.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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).

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 varies, contact us for details.

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.

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.

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

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.