High Speed 4K Underwater Imaging
Designed specifically for the Phantom Flex 4K camera, the Gates Flex 4K housing provides underwater imaging at 4K resolution and an unprecedented 960 fps. Fast action sequences like predation and feeding are a super slow motion delight. Developed in close collaboration with Vision Research Inc the Flex 4K housing includes integrated features like remote run / stop and full camera menu access. Of course Gates benchmark 2 year renewable warranty and legendary reliability are standard with the Flex 4K housing.
Professionals the world over know that failure is not an option. From research to broadcast TV and cinema productions, they never take a chance…they take a Gates!
Compatible cameras:
Vision Research Phantom Flex 4K
FLEX 4K KEY FEATURES
Durable
“Bulletproof” machined aluminum, black type III ‘hard’ anodize finish and sealed with a nickel-acetate process.
User friendly field serviceable controls
User friendly field serviceable controls are 100% mechanical — no complicated mechanisms or electronics to fail.
Simplicity = Reliability
External Monitor
Top mounted, low profile + tilt / swivel, a Gates External Monitor is included with the PF4K.
Precision Ports™
Quality optics means clarity, sharpness and NO vignetting (cutoff dark corners) to spoil your images.
Accessories Suite
An extensive set of accessories is available for cinema, natural history, broadcast TV, research, military and many more applications.
2-Year Warranty
Only Gates offers a 2-year, renewable warranty on all housings.
Extensive Lens Support
Many PL mount lenses are supported in the PF4K Housing. (Contact Gates for details).
Adjustable Handles
Adjust the handles for perfect grip and convenient access to controls.
Seal Check II
The Gates Seal Check II is included with the Flex 4K and assures housing integrity before entering the water.
Field Serviceable
Gates products are nearly 100% serviceable in the field.
SPECIFICATIONS
Controls (All Mechanical)
- Power On/Off
- Remote Trigger (LOOP mode) and Record/Standby (R/S Mode)
- Soft Keys x 6
- Assign 1 / 2
- Record
- Select / Set Roller
- Playback
- Lock
- Tools
- Back
- Direct lens coupled (manual) Iris
- Direct lens coupled (manual) Focus
- Direct lens coupled (manual) Zoom
Dimensions: Basic Shell
Transport size with 8″ dome, PE286
- 19.7″ L x 11.5″ H x 11.9″ W ”
- 50 cm x 29.2 cm x 30.2 cm
Fully Assembled with monitor, handles, 8” dome, PE286
- 19.7″ L x 17.7″ H x 16.5″ W ”
- 50 cm x 49.5 cm x 41.9 cm
Construction
- Machined Aluminum, Type III Hard Anodized finish.
- Stainless steel hardware.
Weight in Air
- 33 lbs / 19.5 kg (complete w/camera)
Weight in Water
- Fully adjustable buoyancy / trim
Depth Rating
- 200 feet / 61 meters.
Batteries
- Hawkwoods RP-150 / RP-165.
- Other V-Lock types (contact Gates for details).
Warranty
- 2 Years Renewable. Gates Warranty Details.
Included Items
- External LCD Monitor shell only(LCD not included)
- Gates [infopopup:seal-check] system
- Pelican Case
- Tool & O-Ring Kit
Equipment Required
(Basic set. See Supported Equipment for more info)
- Vision Research Flex 4K Camera
- Cinemag
- TV Logic VFM-058W
- V-Lock type battery
- LENS of choice (contact Gates for details)
MONITOR OPTIONS
Underwater Monitor Housing is included with FLEX4K Housing. LCD’s not included
EM7 CINE Underwater Monitor Housing
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EM5 ULTRA Underwater Monitor Housing
Gates EM5 ULTRA Underwater Monitor Housing is a tailored, glove-fit for the SmallHD ULTRA 5 LCD, with a powerful 3000 nit HD display, visible even in the harshest daylight…
EM503 Underwater Monitor Housing
Tailored to the SmallHD 503 Ultrabright LCD, the Gates EM503 Underwater Monitor Housing is a brilliant 2200 nits, visible even in harsh daylight…
NVS Underwater Monitor Housing
1000 nits bright LCD. 4K/60P recording in ProRes RAW. Extensive focus / exposure tools. All in a compact, neutrally buoyant package. That’s the Gates NVS External Monitor Housing.
Starlite External Monitor Housing
The Gates Starlite ST5 is specifically designed for the Transvideo Starlite SDI monitor / recorder (not included), a compact, smartphone-size 5.0” / 125mm color LCD.
PORT OPTIONS
The best camera in the world can’t make up for poor optics. Poor optical design and materials introduce ‘image killers’ – distortions, aberrations, degraded resolution, or vignetting. Gates family of Precision Ports are sharp and clear: the finest optics for the finest underwater images. No image killers. Professional to amateur, super wide to macro, Gates Precision Ports suit a wide range of needs, conditions and experience. Of course all ports are backed by our legendary customer support and the same standard of excellence expected of all Gates products.
FP80 Flat Port
Due to its larger front element, the FP80 supports a variety of medium to macro lenses – including external zooms. A simple, versatile port option. Both Acrylic (Perspex) and Glass versions available.
SP80 Standard (Dome) Port
The SP80 preserves field of view (FOV) underwater, and is ideally suited for wide to fisheye imaging. Medium to macro, too, when paired with a macro zoom lens. Anti-Reflective (AR) coated glass or optical grade Acrylic (Perspex) versions, the latter field serviceable / replaceable.
SP80-10 Dome Port
The SP80-10 is a 10in / 254mm spherical dome port that, like it’s smaller SP80-8 sibling preserves field of view (FOV) underwater for wide to fisheye imaging. The SP80-10 however, exhibits superior compatibility with rectilinear lenses, mitigating the soft corners classically found with dome ports in general. This particularly beneficial with certain cinema PL mount glass like Arri Master Primes and Ultra Primes.
The SP80-10 is available in Anti-Reflective (AR) coated glass only.
SP110-12 Dome Port
At a remarkable 12.6 in / 320 mm diameter, the SP110-12 stands alone, a new standard in underwater optics. Optical glass with anti-reflective coating, SP110-12 is designed for rectilinear cinema lenses, yet equally at home in natural history applications where split shots and close focus are key parameters. ARRI Master Primes, Fujinon Cinema Zoom’s and Anamorphic Lenses all benefit from this superior, ‘no compromises’ Dome Port.
The SP110-12 is available in Anti-Reflective (AR) coated glass only.
CUSTOM PORTS
Corrective Optics and Specialty Ports
Gates Precision Ports extend to custom designs for specific applications like underwater UV imaging or Corrective Optics (CO) that adapt a specific lens for underwater imaging, and eliminating distortions / aberrations. Contact Gates to discuss your particular application.
INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
Seal Check II
The Gates Seal Check II is included with every DEEP DRAGON and assures housing integrity before entering the water.
TVL55 External Monitor
The TVL55 External Monitor is a compact, feature-rich external monitor option for Gates broadcast and cinema caliber underwater imaging systems. Designed specifically for the TV Logic VFM-058W field monitor
Carry Handle
Easy grip, transport and handling.
Spare Kits
O-rings, tools, hardware
Travel Case
Travel Case(s) have rollers and retractable handles
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
Port Extenders
Supports a variety of PL mount lenses.
HD-SDI / UHD-SDI Surface Feed
Topside DP monitoring? High speed digital SDI video feed is available. 50 to over 300 feed, the link includes gold contact connectors and certified coaxial cable.
Knob Extensions
Finer control of focus and iris, even with gloves.
Underwater Titan Tube (UT2)
Surface and / or Underwater Command / Control of Astera Titan Tubes, the “the ultimate LED tube for filmmakers, TV studios and any creative person.”
Learn more….
Water Alarm
An extra measure beyond Seal Check, the Gates Water Alarm provides both visible and audible warnings. The siren is coupled directly to the housing shell and resonates directly to the water, rendering it unmistakable to a diver.
Tripod Adapter
Use your own underwater tripod with this adapter.
Customization
Special modifications are routine. You really can have it ‘just the way you like’.
Body Cap
Need added protection for travel or harsh setup environments? This body cap bayonets into place just like SPR’s and Ports.
SUPPORT
Setup, Use and Care Guides
Port and Lens References
- CONTACT GATES for Lens Compatibility with Flex 4K Housing
- Gates Recommended Lenses for Flat and Dome Ports
Surface Command / Control
General Reference
Flex 4K Supported Equipment
Vision Research Camera
Phantom Flex 4K
Batteries
Hawkwoods RP-150
Hawkwoods RP-165
Third Party V-Locks (contact Gates for compatibility)
LCD Display
Compatible LCD for the External Monitor of choice