Installing a Vacuum Test Valve in an Ikelite DLM Underwater Housing

Описание: Using a vacuum leak detection system is an important step in assembling your camera housing for use underwater. A vacuum system allows you to check that the housing is airtight and watertight without risking damage to your camera.

Ikelite VP John Brigham shows you how to install an Ikelite 1/2" vacuum valve in the 1/2-20 threaded accessory port in your Ikelite DLM or compact digital underwater housing.

Products Used:
Vacuum Valve for 1/2" Accessory Port # 47001

Also available as a kit with the vacuum pump:
Vacuum Kit for 1/2 Inch Accessory Port and DSLR Top Mount # 47012
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John Brigham is the Vice President & head of product development at Ikelite. He was born with a flair for design and an entrepreneurial spirit as son of Ikelite founder Ike Brigham. He worked his way up in the business and is a natural fit in the R&D side of things. John dives the equipment as much as possible to test product and put himself in the "fins" of the user.

[0:00] Introduction
[0:15] Removing the 1/2-20 Plug
[0:37] Installing the Vacuum Valve

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