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Steve · 3rd January 2007, 09:25

Quote: (Originally Posted by PCDiver)

Hi Stuart,

great article.

My comments:
Bailout via open loop as prefered method.
I doubt that open loop breathing, which has higher WOB than a BOV or normal regulator, can be used in case of a CO2 hit. In case of a CO2 hit you will initially overbreath even the best regulator. Any extra WOB is not wanted and will increase the problem. For me a BOV is the preferred solution.

Good point. Sadly most units don't ship with a BOV. It should be the first purchace after getting a CCR though IMO.

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