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Lindsey Optics 138mm Brilliant Rota-Pol Circular Polarizer for 4 x 5.65" Cine Matte Boxes

BH #LI4565138R • MFR #L-4565-138-ROTAPOL
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Lindsey Optics 138mm Brilliant Rota-Pol Circular Polarizer for 4 x 5.65" Cine Matte Boxes
Key Features
  • Rotating Circular Polarizing Filter
  • 2x Filter Factor, +1 Stop
  • Fits in 4 x 5.65" Cine Matte Boxes
  • 5.2" Clear Aperture
The 138mm Brilliant Rota-Pol Circular Polarizer from Lindsey Optics is mounted in a geared rotating filter tray using one stage in 4 x 5.65" matte boxes. Rotation of the polarizer can be done by spinning either of the two geared thumb wheels by hand, or with a motor mounted on the 1/4"-20 thread in the handle. The mechanical design includes an all-aluminum main gear in which the filter is mounted. The main gear is supported by internal Delrin rollers for smooth, no-slip rotation. The main gear is driven by aluminum thumb wheels that have standard 0.8 pitch gear teeth for use with motorized wireless remote systems. In matte boxes with a rotating stage, the Rota-Pol is quick to insert and once installed, is fast and easy to adjust, by hand or with a motor.
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Lindsey Optics Brilliant-Pol Overview

The 138mm Brilliant Rota-Pol Circular Polarizer from Lindsey Optics is mounted in a geared rotating filter tray using one stage in 4 x 5.65" matte boxes. Rotation of the polarizer can be done by spinning either of the two geared thumb wheels by hand, or with a motor mounted on the 1/4"-20 thread in the handle. The mechanical design includes an all-aluminum main gear in which the filter is mounted. The main gear is supported by internal Delrin rollers for smooth, no-slip rotation. The main gear is driven by aluminum thumb wheels that have standard 0.8 pitch gear teeth for use with motorized wireless remote systems. In matte boxes with a rotating stage, the Rota-Pol is quick to insert and once installed, is fast and easy to adjust, by hand or with a motor.

UPC: 817804021175

Lindsey Optics Brilliant-Pol Specs

Filter Type
Circular Polarizer
Exposure Reduction
1-Stop
Size
4 x 5.65" / 101.6 x 143.5 mm 
Front Accessory Thread / Bayonet
No
Filter Material
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Ring Material
Aluminum
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.17 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
8.75 x 8.15 x 1.85"

Lindsey Optics Brilliant-Pol Reviews

Great Polarizer

By RS
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2025-05-31

Minimal/close to no color cast, housing is a bit rattly compared to other similar Rota-Polas and filter shifts position a little with hard movement. Overall very decent.

What I wanted

By Sam
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2019-09-10

Really good product I just love to shoot with this filter on.

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Will this work with the Mirage matte box?

Will this work with the Mirage matte box?
Asked by: Francis
The Lindsey Optics 138mm Brilliant Rota-Pol Circular Polarizer for 4 x 5.65" Cine Matte Boxes is compatible with the Mirage matte box.
Answered by: Lawrence C
Date published: 2023-10-30

Does this work with the Bright Tangerine Misfit ...

Does this work with the Bright Tangerine Misfit Kick Matte Box?
Asked by: Zach
Yes. The Lindsey Optics 138mm Brilliant Rota-Pol Circular Polarizer for 4 x 5.65" Cine Matte Boxes will work in the Bright Tangerine Misfit Kick Matte Box.
Answered by: Yaakov
Date published: 2021-08-09

Will this rota-polo fit into the Wooden Camera 2 ...

Will this rota-polo fit into the Wooden Camera 2 stage clamp on universal matte box? (SKU 201900)
Asked by: Reil
Yes, the Lindsey Optics 138mm Brilliant Rota-Pol Circular Polarizer for 4 x 5.65" Cine Matte Boxes is compatible with the Wooden Camera UMB-1 Universal Matte Box (Clamp On).
Answered by: Paige K
Date published: 2022-07-08

Does this come with a filter pouch?

Does this come with a filter pouch?
Asked by: Daniel
Yes, an individual filter pouch is included in the box with Lindsey Optics 138mm Brilliant Rota-Pol Circular Polarizer for 4 x 5.65" Cine Matte Boxes.
Answered by: Llinelva D
Date published: 2021-11-11

Does this add 1 stop to the image?

Does this add 1 stop to the image?
Asked by: David/Wai Sun
There are 2 differents pola made by Lindsey Optics. One with 1 stop (SKU: L-4565-1STOP-ROTAPOL) and the other one with 1,5 stop (L-4565-138-ROTAPOL). This one is 1,5 stop. For the 1,0 stop loss you have to go on the Lindsey Optics web site. Same price by the way.... The B&H description is not accurate.
Answered by: Kevin
Date published: 2023-10-17

How many slots does this filter take? Does this ...

How many slots does this filter take? Does this also have a cool/warm fx when facing towards camera?
Asked by: Zanin
This has 1 slot with no color shift.
Answered by: Rob
Date published: 2020-08-11

Will this work in the Wooden Zip Box Pro 4x5.65 ...

Will this work in the Wooden Zip Box Pro 4x5.65 (Clamp On)?
Asked by: Dale
The Wooden Zip Box Pro 4x5.65 does not have a filter slot to fit the Lindsey Optics 138mm Brilliant Rota-Pol Circular Polarizer.
Answered by: Nick Y
Date published: 2021-10-08

Will this work with the Tilta 3-Stage 4 x 5.65" ...

Will this work with the Tilta 3-Stage 4 x 5.65" Carbon Fiber Clip-On Matte Box?
Asked by: Anthony
Yes this can fit in that Tilta matte box. The matte box can hold thee 4 x 5.65 filter trays.
Answered by: gracem
Date published: 2022-05-16
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