Underwater Camera & Lighting Systems
Connectors for Underwater Cameras and Lighting Systems
Underwater cameras and LED lighting systems demand compact, reliable connectors that deliver power and high-speed video data in a watertight package -- without adding bulk to streamlined housings. RV Power Group supplies IP68-rated connectors, penetrators, and cable assemblies for underwater imaging systems from shallow inspection cameras to deep-rated 4K documentary systems.
Typical Connection Points in Underwater Camera & Light Systems
| System Element | Connector Type | Key Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Camera housing to umbilical | Micro Circular wet-mate | Compact OD, 6-19 contacts |
| Video signal (HD/4K) | Ethernet or Coaxial connector | Low-loss, high-bandwidth |
| LED array power | High-Power Connector or Penetrator | High current, compact form factor |
| Housing bulkhead penetration | Single-contact Penetrators | Pressure-rated, individual seal |
| Pan/tilt mechanism | Low Profile Submersible | Thin profile, multi-axis flex |
| Fiber optic video path | Hybrid Opto-Electric | Low insertion loss (<0.5 dB) |
Why Low-Profile Matters for Camera Housings
Hydrodynamic streamlining directly affects drag on towed camera arrays, ROV camera pods, and self-contained camera systems. RV Power Group's Low Profile Submersible Connector series provides the smallest connector OD available -- typically 20-35 mm -- while maintaining full IP68 submersibility and 2,000-m depth rating. The result: minimal drag, cleaner housing geometry, and fewer turbulence-induced image artifacts.
LED Lighting Connector Considerations
High-power LED arrays in underwater lighting systems draw 50-500 W per fixture. This requires connectors capable of carrying 3-20 A at 24-48 VDC with minimal voltage drop. Our connectors for LED lighting applications feature:
- Gold-plated contacts with resistance <5 mO per pin
- Beryllium copper contacts for high spring force retention
- Polyurethane overmolded cable exits rated for 500+ mating cycles
- 316L stainless steel shells for corrosion resistance in saltwater
Compatible Product Series
- Micro Circular Connectors (2-19 contacts, 7,000-m rated)
- Low Profile Submersible Connectors
- Subsea Ethernet & Data Connectors (for IP video streams)
- Underwater Coaxial (RF) Connectors (for analog CCTV/SDI video)
- High-Power Underwater Connectors
- Subsea Hybrid Opto-Electric Connectors (for fiber video)
- Split-Type Connectors & Penetrators
Contact our engineering team at [email protected] for connector selection assistance or custom assembly quotation.