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***jradomski*** · 19th March 2008, 05:06

Quote: (Originally Posted by ScubaDadMiami)

I think that this is a good idea for not only O2 but also for diluent. It might not create a new failure point since it could replace the analog gauges that not only connect into the first stage (failure point one) but also have o-ring swivels (failure point two) and then connect into the SPG (failure point three).

Regarding the alarm, it would be important to make such a device so that the user would know right away which alarm was sounding. Too many alarms that go off in a similar fashion can be confusing and cause the diver to spend time trying to figure out what is going on rather than reacting.

this would not be a problem for oxgen asside from cost.. for diluent unless you go to an expensive capacitive sensor you will have issues with helium screwing up the pressure readings after a period of time..

19th March 2008, 05:06	#3 (permalink)
*jradomski* Moderator Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Sport Kiss Optima rEvo Other CCR Home Build Other Rebreather/s: Inspiration Vision Evolution Megalodon Classic Kiss rEvo Other CCR Home Build Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: "Da" Bronx Posts: 3,001	Re: Would an integrated O2 tank pressure monitor be safer? Quote: (Originally Posted by ScubaDadMiami) I think that this is a good idea for not only O2 but also for diluent. It might not create a new failure point since it could replace the analog gauges that not only connect into the first stage (failure point one) but also have o-ring swivels (failure point two) and then connect into the SPG (failure point three). Regarding the alarm, it would be important to make such a device so that the user would know right away which alarm was sounding. Too many alarms that go off in a similar fashion can be confusing and cause the diver to spend time trying to figure out what is going on rather than reacting. this would not be a problem for oxgen asside from cost.. for diluent unless you go to an expensive capacitive sensor you will have issues with helium screwing up the pressure readings after a period of time.. __________________ Joe Radomski CCR Trimix Instructor Trainer ANDI Instructor Trainer Director #10 All posts are personal opinions and DO NOT reflect any affiliated agency unless specifically stated.
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