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RAL · 19th April 2008, 16:06

Quote: (Originally Posted by bgpartri)

I just changed Lynn's rebreather to a hybrid again and noticed the interesting comments from Dave and Mike about hybrid rebreathers.

I should mention that Lynn had a hybrid system on her Classic KISS for several years. The first version of a Shearwater controller was a bolt-on for the KISS, and we left the orifice in place.

Now it looks like there will be more hybrids on the market, I would like to offer the opportunity to hear peoples opinions about operational procedures.

For example, should you dive manually and use the solenoid for a backup, or should you let the solenoid control the dive and have the orifice for backup?

What does the pre-breath test look like?

Obviously, I have my ideas on the subject, but it's clear that there are a variety of opinions and arguements for different strategies.

Bruce

Dove with a fellow last year that was using a hybrid Meg. He added the manual bits (hydrogom I think) & set the E controler to his desired setpoint. I think he called it a buffered electric. Claimed it was way more stable than the stock Meg & his batteries lasted much longer. He was quite happy with it but indicated he took a bit of flack from Meg purists.

RAL

19th April 2008, 16:06	#3 (permalink)
RAL Longbottom Time Current Rebreather/s: Classic Kiss Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: North Florida Posts: 391	Re: Hybrid Rebreathers Quote: (Originally Posted by bgpartri) I just changed Lynn's rebreather to a hybrid again and noticed the interesting comments from Dave and Mike about hybrid rebreathers. I should mention that Lynn had a hybrid system on her Classic KISS for several years. The first version of a Shearwater controller was a bolt-on for the KISS, and we left the orifice in place. Now it looks like there will be more hybrids on the market, I would like to offer the opportunity to hear peoples opinions about operational procedures. For example, should you dive manually and use the solenoid for a backup, or should you let the solenoid control the dive and have the orifice for backup? What does the pre-breath test look like? Obviously, I have my ideas on the subject, but it's clear that there are a variety of opinions and arguements for different strategies. Bruce Dove with a fellow last year that was using a hybrid Meg. He added the manual bits (hydrogom I think) & set the E controler to his desired setpoint. I think he called it a buffered electric. Claimed it was way more stable than the stock Meg & his batteries lasted much longer. He was quite happy with it but indicated he took a bit of flack from Meg purists. RAL __________________ The sea does not care about you.
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