Quote: (Originally Posted by netmage)
Greetings everyone,...
Figured I'd jump over here from TDS to learn more... Been diving OC for ~3 years now, a few AdvNitrox/Deco dives in the past year,... Tons of dving in the edge of traditional recreational ranges... (~100-30'). No caves - yet.
Buddy of mine has his heart set on an Inspiration. Saw a few in action the past few months on the boats. Attended the ADM 'lecture' up in Gainesville last month and saw a few units at the Florida Dive Show - has me giving some serious thought with the prospect of helium in my future...
All sorts of questions running through my head and trying to understand implications...
eCCR vs. mechanical
Micropore Canister vs. Packing Sorb
Overshoulder vs. Back Mounted lungs.
AL vs. ST bottles
Bailout - how many tanks would my typical dive involve.
Quantifying deco benefits of constant P02 w/ in deeper dives
Right now - O2ptima and Classic KISS are in focus.
-Tim
Tim,
First, welcome aboard Rebreather World. This is
the best source in the world for information and networking when it comes to rebreather diving.
We are glad that you are interested in coming to the "Dark Side", young Jedi!
If you have not read it, Mastering Rebreathers by Jeff Bozanic, available from Best Publishing, is a good read to give you a general understanding of the field.
Dive in here, read our articles, try the search function for the topics you mention above, and keep an open mind as you do. Our folks here are friendly, and very willing to share information, but they do have their own "pet" rebreathers that they (understandably) champion!
Two things to remember here. A rebreather will give you warm, moist gas, and lots of it. It will also save on your helium bills, and back strain.
Again, welcome aboard, and if I or any of the Rebreather World staff can help you, feel free to ask.
Rob
