Dive Regulator
Whether you’re new to scuba diving or a diving nut, you want to be sure the scuba regulator you have is top notch. There are differences in any scuba regulator and tons to consider such as warm water regulators, cold-water models, and ones that will work for any dive. Let’s look at what’s new, what are musts for diving regulators, and what’s a surprising alternative.
Latest in Regulators
In 2008, we saw the technologically advanced carbon fiber regulator that was lightweight and claimed to be most wanted for years. Compact yet high in performance the carbon fiber regulator’s second stage case came in sixty-five percent lighter than it’s metal cousins-take a look at these, if for nothing else-your curiosity.
The alternate inflator category saw a new star in the Sherwood Gemini model. Renowned for its ease in its breathing features and skilfully designed and placed controls. Other than its lightweight, it is nitrox-ready and is rated excellent with moderate breathing rates at both approximately 132 and 165 feet.
What’s a Must in Regulators?
Most divers look for durability when it comes to regulators. The Sherwood Oasis is a good warm-water regulator. Many of its models were tested for durability, service hours, annual servicing, corrosion issues, and peak performance. Along with the innovation of diving regulators, most were durable. But like any other fine piece of equipment, following the manufacturers recommendation.
The Blizzard is another regulator that is able to keep out moisture and icing. This was only a small part of this regulators feature. Apart from this model, a bubble deflector exhaust tee reduced the bubble size increasing the line of vision.
Another regulator by Sherwood is the SR1. It boasts a 360-degree swivel that works with both a yoke and DIN attachment. Its best for all-weather diving. This scuba regulator is one of the top picks for 2008 because it had it all.
Alternative Dive Regulators
The alternate inflation regulators are extremely functional and are integrated into your power inflator, getting rid of the traditional octopus hose. These were a challenge to build because of their small housings geared at keeping them ergonomically correct-but with today’s technology, they have built some good ones. Most inflation regulators on today’s market have gotten a nod from some experts and we expect to see more advancement in these dive regulator models.
The Bottom Line
After taking a look at many different models of dive regulators that were mostly connected to the Sherwood range, many questions have been answered on which best suits you. The scuba regulator is key to the aqua lung when diving so be sure you take the time to do some more proper research on the type of regulator that you need.