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Meerveld · 10th January 2008, 03:01

Quote: (Originally Posted by ScubaAl)

Seems the more I read, the harder the decision becomes.

eCCR or mCCR, I see advantages and disadvantages to both. Cost is going to be one of the most important factors I must consider.

Hi Al,

I went through exactly the same process a year ago. I also wanted a unit with extended range as I often dive deep wrecks on OC Trimix (deepest to date 463 feet). I started off wanting an eCCR with all the bells and whistles but after reading hundreds of accident reports and analysing the failure modes of eCCR's I swung completely the opposite direction and began looking at the simplest mCCR's I could find. Their simplicity also means that they are lighter and cheaper than most eCCR's.

I finally chose the Pelagian and can highly recommend it. It is simple, small and light and comes in at less than US$6k fully loaded with every option.

Andy Fritz has tested his unit to 120 meters and Mark Ellyatt has taken his to 147 meters several times.

Support and training are definitely things to be concerned about. Andy Fritz, the Pelagian's manufacturer, regularly travels to the US to provide training for clients. And, due to the units simplicity, replacing parts can be undertaken by a child with a monkey wrench.

The website for the Pelagian is Pelagian Diver Controlled Closed Circuit Rebreather

And it is reviewed on RBW at http://www.rebreatherworld.com/pelag...ian-dcccr.html

Regards,

Carl

10th January 2008, 03:01	#14 (permalink)
Meerveld Aviator, diver & sailor Current Rebreather/s: Pelagian Other Rebreather/s: Pelagian Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Koh Samui, Thailand Posts: 30	Re: Picking the right rebreather (for me) Quote: (Originally Posted by ScubaAl) Seems the more I read, the harder the decision becomes. eCCR or mCCR, I see advantages and disadvantages to both. Cost is going to be one of the most important factors I must consider. Hi Al, I went through exactly the same process a year ago. I also wanted a unit with extended range as I often dive deep wrecks on OC Trimix (deepest to date 463 feet). I started off wanting an eCCR with all the bells and whistles but after reading hundreds of accident reports and analysing the failure modes of eCCR's I swung completely the opposite direction and began looking at the simplest mCCR's I could find. Their simplicity also means that they are lighter and cheaper than most eCCR's. I finally chose the Pelagian and can highly recommend it. It is simple, small and light and comes in at less than US$6k fully loaded with every option. Andy Fritz has tested his unit to 120 meters and Mark Ellyatt has taken his to 147 meters several times. Support and training are definitely things to be concerned about. Andy Fritz, the Pelagian's manufacturer, regularly travels to the US to provide training for clients. And, due to the units simplicity, replacing parts can be undertaken by a child with a monkey wrench. The website for the Pelagian is Pelagian Diver Controlled Closed Circuit Rebreather And it is reviewed on RBW at http://www.rebreatherworld.com/pelag...ian-dcccr.html Regards, Carl __________________ We do not inherit the earth from our parents; we steal it from our children ~ based on a Native American proverb
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