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Summary of Contents for Gates PLA80
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Page 1: Setup, Use, And Care Guide
PLA80 PERIPROBE LENS ADAPTER Setup, Use, and Care Guide... - Page 2 Introducing the PLA80 Page 2 Copyright 2023, Gates Underwater Products, Inc. This manual and current revision is available in 8.5 x 11 size and full color at http://www.gateshousings.com Gates Underwater Products, Inc. 13685 Stowe Drive Suite A Poway, California 92064 USA Phone: +1-858.391.0052...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Step 12: Secure External Lock Collar and Complete ..21 PLA80 Disassembly ............22 Additional Information ............. 23 Tips for Shooting Video with the PLA80 ......23 PLA80 Care and Maintenance ........23 O-Ring Care and Maintenance ........23 Customer Support ............24... -
Page 4: Introducing The Pla80
1: Introducing the PLA80 Congratulations on owning a new Gates product: the Gates PLA80 Periprobe Lens Adapter. Please read through this entire guide to learn about the PLA80 so you can get the most out of this imaging tool. Features The PLA80 has several key features: Unique ‘Goby Eye’... -
Page 5: Unpacking The Pla80
Spare half retaining rings x 2 Additional kit items: In addition to the standard items, PLA80 kits also come with the following items depending on whether the small or large LGD kit was ordered. The large kit is configured for housings such as the Deep Weapon that require a guide bar for their lens gear drives. - Page 6 Housing specific configurations: Additional required items vary based upon housing model and configuration. The following lists are accurate at the time of publishing. Contact Gates with any questions about the latest configurations or housings not listed in the following list. ...
- Page 7 Introducing the PLA80 Page 7 Deep Epic/Dragon/Weapon/Weapon-Raptor with PE386 o SPR80-200 o Guide Bar 4.5” (Focus) o Guide Bar 6.0” (Iris) o Drive Shaft 4.0” (Focus) o Drive Shaft 6.0” (Iris) Pro Action/ Pro Explore w/ 60 Series Port Base...
- Page 8 Introducing the PLA80 Page 8 Deep Komodo w/ Optional 80 Series Port Base o SPR80-200 o SPR80-126 o SPR80-100 o SPR80-060 o Stainless Steel Drive Shaft 4.0” (Focus) o Stainless Steel Drive Shaft 5.0” (Iris)
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Page 9: Cautions
USER RESPONSIBILITY. This Setup, Use and Care guide contains important detailed procedures for setup and use of the PLA80. It is the user’s responsibility to read, understand and employ these procedures. Failure to do so can result in poor or non-operation of the PLA80 and may void your warranty. -
Page 10: Pla80 Assembly
Page 10 3: PLA80 Assembly The following instructions use the Gates Deep Weapon-Raptor housing as a model. The mounting process is the same for all other housings; only the number and type of port rings and gear drives will differ. -
Page 11: Step 2: Install Flex Gears
PLA80 Assembly Page 11 Step 2: Install Flex Gears Position the Flex Gears on the focus and iris rings of the Laowa lens. Tighten screws with the 1/8” ball driver tool, and only enough to be secure. Do not overtighten. -
Page 12: Step 3: Install Lens Gear Drives
PLA80 Assembly Page 12 Step 3: Install Lens Gear Drives Install Lens Gear Drives per instructions in the housing’s SU&C Guide. Verify smooth operation. Position and install lens gear drives... -
Page 13: Step 4: Install Port Rings
The required port ring stack varies based on housing configuration. Consult the list on page 6/7/8 or contact Gates for the proper size(s). In this example, a Gates Deep Weapon-Raptor housing with a PE160 requires a stack of SPR80-200, SPR80-126, and SPR80-100 port rings. -
Page 14: Step 5: Position The Internal Lock Collar
PLA80 Assembly Page 14 Step 5: Position the Internal Lock Collar Use silicone lubricant to lightly grease the surface of the o-ring on the lock collar. Position the collar with the o-ring facing out and then slide it as far back as possible onto the lens, taking care not to scratch the optical surface. -
Page 15: Step 6: Prepare Half Rings And Pla80 Adapter Cone
PLA80 Assembly Page 15 Step 6: Prepare Half Rings and PLA80 Adapter Cone Locate 2 half ring sections and place them in an easily accessible place near the front of the housing. Lubricate the o-ring on the PLA80 port adapter cone. -
Page 16: Step 7: Install Internal Half Rings
PLA80 Assembly Page 16 Step 7: Install Internal Half Rings Continue supporting the weight of the adapter cone with one hand. Place both half ring sections over the lens tube and then slide them into the recessed step inside the adapter cone. -
Page 17: Step 8: Secure Internal Lock Collar
PLA80 Assembly Page 17 Step 8: Secure Internal Lock Collar Continue supporting the weight of the adapter cone with one hand. Align the marker dot on the lock collar with the start position markings on the inside of the probe cone. -
Page 18: Step 9: Secure The Adapter Cone
PLA80 Assembly Page 18 Step 9: Secure the Adapter Cone Rotate and lock the adapter cone onto the port ring stack, in the same manner as a stackable port ring. Rotate and lock adapter cone... -
Page 19: Step 10: Install Bore Seal O-Ring
PLA80 Assembly Page 19 Step 10: Install Bore Seal O-ring Lubricate the yellow o-ring (1) and gently stretch it over the end of the lens. The lens cover must be removed for this step. A small plastic bag may be used as a cover to prevent grease from being deposited on the glass lens face. -
Page 20: Step 11: Seat Half Rings
PLA80 Assembly Page 20 Step 11: Seat Half Rings Fully seat the half rings inside the recessed step. Fully seat half rings into the step... -
Page 21: Step 12: Secure External Lock Collar And Complete
Continue housing setup per the Housing SU&C Guide. Perform a functional check and vacuum test using the Gates Seal Check unit before diving. Thread lock collar... -
Page 22: Pla80 Disassembly
PLA80 Disassembly Page 22 4: PLA80 Disassembly To remove the PLA80 reverse the assembly steps. The only difference is the yellow barrel seal o-ring will not be removed until the adapter cone is rotated free of the port ring stack. -
Page 23: Additional Information
Long Lens Barrel. The extended length lens barrel provides excellent advantage for close up imaging in tight spaces. Depth Rating. The PLA80 system is depth rated for 100 ft / 30 m. PLA80 Care and Maintenance Proper care of your PLA80 is important to provide you reliable operation and long life. -
Page 24: Customer Support
Customer Support Page 24 6: Customer Support Should you have any questions about the PLA80 and its operation, please contact Gates at the numbers below. Email: Customer.srvc@GatesHousings.com Web: www.GatesHousings.com Phone: 858.391.0052...