Broncolor

Broncolor Litos 5500K Protection Protecting Glass Dome for Litos MobiLED

Safeguard your Broncolor flash tube and modeling lamp while maintaining consistent 5500K output on every shot.

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Overview

The Broncolor Litos 5500K Protecting Glass Dome is a clear optical cover designed to shield the flash tube and modeling lamp on Broncolor Litos and MobiLED lamp heads. On any shoot — but especially on location where gear gets moved, bumped, and worked hard — an exposed flash tube is a vulnerability. One accidental knock against a light stand, one careless grip during repositioning, and you're looking at a costly replacement and a dead head mid-session. This dome sits over the tube and modeling light as a transparent barrier, absorbing impacts and keeping fingers, dust, and debris away from delicate glass components without altering the quality of light passing through.

Optically, the dome is rated at 5500K and constructed from clear glass that transmits light without introducing color casts or measurable output loss. It fits within the modifier mounting geometry of the Litos and MobiLED heads, meaning you can leave it installed while attaching softboxes, beauty dishes, and reflectors — it's designed to be a permanent part of your head assembly, not something you swap in and out. The build quality reflects Broncolor's precision manufacturing, with clean edges and a secure fit that doesn't rattle or shift during use. At 4.88 inches wide and 5.91 inches tall, it's compact enough to pack easily but still requires the same careful handling you'd give any glass optic in your kit.

Key Features

For Litos and MobiLED Lamp Heads

Clear Protecting Glass

protects the flashtube and modeling light from damage

Specifications

Brand
Broncolor
Model
Litos 5500K Protection
Type
Clear protecting glass dome
Compatibility
Litos and MobiLED lamp heads
Color Temperature
5500K
Function
Protects flash tube and modeling light
Dimensions
4.88" W x 5.91" H

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Protects the flash tube and modeling lamp from physical contact and debris on location shoots, preventing costly tube replacements.
  • Clear glass maintains the rated 5500K color temperature, so you get consistent, neutral light without compensating for color shifts in post.
  • Allows full use of Broncolor modifiers while installed — no need to remove the dome when switching between softboxes, reflectors, or open flash.
  • Prevents skin oils from reaching the flash tube during setup and adjustment, reducing the risk of hot spots and premature tube degradation.

👎 Cons

  • Only compatible with Litos and MobiLED lamp heads — not interchangeable with other Broncolor head models despite similar appearances.
  • Adds an additional glass surface that requires cleaning to avoid dust and fingerprints from subtly diffusing or scattering light over time.
  • Glass is inherently fragile during transport, so the dome itself needs careful packing even as it protects the components behind it.
  • Premium Broncolor pricing for what is essentially a protective glass element — significantly more expensive than third-party alternatives for other lighting brands.

Frequently Asked Questions

It is designed specifically for the Broncolor Litos and MobiLED lamp heads. It will not fit other Broncolor head models such as the Siros or Move series — always verify your head model before ordering.
The dome is rated at 5500K, matching standard daylight color temperature. It's clear optical glass, so it does not introduce a color shift or noticeably reduce light output. Your flash and modeling light pass through at their rated color temperature and intensity.
It shields the flash tube and modeling lamp from physical impacts — bumps during transport, accidental contact with modifiers, and debris on location. It also prevents direct finger contact with the flash tube, which can leave oils that cause hot spots and premature tube failure.
Yes. The dome is designed to remain installed during normal use with Broncolor modifiers. Its profile fits within the modifier mounting area of the Litos and MobiLED heads without interference.
Under normal studio use, the glass dome lasts indefinitely. However, it should be replaced immediately if it develops cracks, chips, or surface damage, as compromised glass could fail under the thermal stress of repeated flash cycling.