Underwater / Surface Control of Cinema Lighting in Gates-Tough Housing
Gates Underwater Titan Tube (UT2) Housing is designed specifically for Astera Titan Tubes, providing complete command / control from either topside with cable tether or underwater via the built-in control panel. UT2 uniquely adapts "the ultimate LED tube for filmmakers, TV studios and any creative person" to the underwater professional realm.
UT2 is constructed of tough, 1/4 in / 6mm thick polycarbonate cylinders, and sealed with aluminum, stainless steel and acetyl hardware. Pushbutton controls are Gates standard of 316 Stainless Steel, virtually impervious to salt water. Four UT2's are mountable in an optional rack for bank illumination, which in turn secured to a set via the cheeseplate or any stand / mount with a conventional studio pin.
UT2 is A Gates through and through, meeting the demands of underwater cinematographers with powerful, full spectrum illumination. And of course backed by Gates distinguished support and warranty – the hallmark of commitment to your success.
Key Features
Underwater Command / Control, or....
A protected push button panel provides direct access to Astera Titan Tube panel, or...
.... Surface Control (optional)
100 ft / 33m surface cable provides both power *and* control via a variety of Astera control units. Gates MultiConn (GMC) marine connectors provide robust, reliable interfaces.
Durable, "Bulletproof" Clear Polycarbonate Tube
with brackets of machined aluminum / type III hard anodize finish and Stainless Steel hardware.
UT2 Rack Panel (optional)
Four-tube rack for powerful, controlled illumination, and includes standardized studio pin or cheeseplate mounting.
Convertible Buoyancy / Trim
UT2 base configuration is nearly neutral, perfect for underwater handling. But with included Base Weight is several pounds negative for secure, stationary placement.
Gates Warranty
and legendary service stand behind Underwater Titan Tubes.
Specifications
Dimensions
Depth Rating
- 150 feet / 45 meters
Weight
- 6 lbs / 3kg (preliminary) base configuration, without Astera Titan Tube
- Neutral underwater in base configuration
- SKB Case + Rack Panel + 4x UT2 Housings + 4x Surface Cables: 125 lbs / 57kg
Power
- Internal Astera Titan Tube battery
- Optional surface Command / Control cable
Warranty
- 2 years material / workmanship
- 1 year electronics / cables
- Gates Warranty Details
Optional Accessories
.... Surface Control
100 ft / 33m surface cable provides both power *and* control via a variety of Astera control units. Gates MultiConn (GMC) marine connectors provide robust, reliable interfaces.
UT2 Rack Panel (optional)
Four-tube rack for powerful, controlled illumination, and includes standardized studio pin or cheeseplate mounting.
UT2 Surface Control Only version
Built to order, UT2 with Surface Control option and no pushbutton panel is available.
Transport Case
Military-grade SKB Case with custom foam fits 4x UT2 tubes, UT2 Rack Panel, and 4x surface cables
Support
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