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Molecular Products Ltd · 4th October 2007, 07:38

Ben when we say it is not safe I must clarify that we mean it is compromised and any further use of the material could have very umpredictable performance, splashing round in the shallows is probably OK but pushing it, taking it deep or expecting it to perform to manufacturers guidlines is not advisable.

Quote: (Originally Posted by Ben Field)

Hi, Any chance you could further quantify that?

I only ask as everyone I've ever met leaves partially used lime in their unit between dives, 2-3hours on a day, overnight on weekends and even 1-2weeks between short trips. Most often the unit is sealed after a brief hose and lung emptying/cleaning/drying period of less than an hour.

thanks,

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Molecular Products Ltd New Member Current Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Other Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: UK Posts: 53	Re: Chemistry and Physics in sealed part-used scrubbers Ben when we say it is not safe I must clarify that we mean it is compromised and any further use of the material could have very umpredictable performance, splashing round in the shallows is probably OK but pushing it, taking it deep or expecting it to perform to manufacturers guidlines is not advisable. Quote: (Originally Posted by Ben Field) Hi, Any chance you could further quantify that? I only ask as everyone I've ever met leaves partially used lime in their unit between dives, 2-3hours on a day, overnight on weekends and even 1-2weeks between short trips. Most often the unit is sealed after a brief hose and lung emptying/cleaning/drying period of less than an hour. thanks,
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