Compressor for running my Booster

Outlaw · 13th March 2008, 20:16

i have the same problem. most of the compressors are at 8 bar. has anyone tested this with the mini haskel? i dont want to use a reg after, as i would still need to visit a dive center for filling ...

***Beanie*** · 13th March 2008, 20:19

Quote: (Originally Posted by Outlaw)

i have the same problem. most of the compressors are at 8 bar. has anyone tested this with the mini haskel? i dont want to use a reg after, as i would still need to visit a dive center for filling ...

My compressor even set to 10 bar struggles to get above 200bar but then really that's only and issue when filling my bailouts and for that I'm willing to pump the last bit using a reg to help out the compressor.

It's the flow rate rather than pressure which causes the problem.

sunnyboy · 13th March 2008, 21:00

Quote: (Originally Posted by USSMEG)

It doesn’t mater, as the booster is vented and separate between the O/2 side and the drive gas side. So filters in the drive gas side are not needed.

Later Paul

True - the boost side is separate from the drive side, so that's not a big issue.

However, the drive specs may or may not like oil-driven compressors.

I don't know the drive gas requirements for for a Haskall or an HI, so maybe they are OK. Still, I'd filter the heck out of the drive gas.

The Jetsam was designed to be driven by Grade "E" dive gas - a scuba tank connected to a 1st stage, then an LP hose to the baby booster. When I talked to them, they were not willing to endorse any compressor drive, but I know many (including now myself) who use the oil-less 150psi portable compressors to drive them without a problem. Even at that, I use a water trap and filter to keep water out of the booster valves and piston.

Cheers,

-S

Explorer · 13th March 2008, 21:36

Stu,

Here's the baby you want. I'll throw in an island with this compressor.

IMAG0785.jpg

sunnyboy · 13th March 2008, 21:49

Quote: (Originally Posted by Explorer)

Stu,

Here's the baby you want. I'll throw in an island with this compressor.

Attachment 8421

Which island?

-S

***Beanie*** · 14th March 2008, 08:59

Quote: (Originally Posted by Explorer)

Stu,

Here's the baby you want. I'll throw in an island with this compressor.

Attachment 8421

£20 for the compressor now where's my Island

mountain diver · 15th March 2008, 00:34

here you go one island, enjoy!

scuba diving Isla de la Juventud (the Isle of Youth), Cuba - dive site directory

all the best.

Jimmer · 15th March 2008, 21:01

I have something akin to this in my garage (although mine has a slightly higher output). Now I just need to get a booster!

C5360V1_lg.jpg

Outlaw · 15th March 2008, 21:32

Quote: (Originally Posted by Jimmer)

I have something akin to this in my garage (although mine has a slightly higher output). Now I just need to get a booster!

Attachment 8440

hello Jimmer,

isn't this too low? 100 psi if i read correct? well, what booster are we talking about here?

Jimmer · 15th March 2008, 21:43

Quote: (Originally Posted by Outlaw)

hello Jimmer,

isn't this too low? 100 psi if i read correct? well, what booster are we talking about here?

That's just the rated volume output (SCFM) at 100 PSI since most shop tools operate around that pressure. I fill the 60 gallon reservoir of mine to 175-180 PSI, and could push higher if I wanted to.

I haven't decided what I want in a booster yet, still on the fence over if I want a portable rebreather size unit, like the Haskel mini sport, or the HI rebreather unit, or something that can more easily do gas mixing in my big 130cf doubles.

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*Beanie* give a man an inch....... Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Other Rebreather/s: Inspiration Vision Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: In da house! yeah baby! Posts: 3,174	Re: Compressor for running my Booster Quote: (Originally Posted by Outlaw) i have the same problem. most of the compressors are at 8 bar. has anyone tested this with the mini haskel? i dont want to use a reg after, as i would still need to visit a dive center for filling ... My compressor even set to 10 bar struggles to get above 200bar but then really that's only and issue when filling my bailouts and for that I'm willing to pump the last bit using a reg to help out the compressor. It's the flow rate rather than pressure which causes the problem. __________________ Beanie Gallery Admin & Library Assistant. www.outlawdivers.org.uk www.beandiving.co.uk www.beanengineering.co.uk
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sunnyboy New Member Current Rebreather/s: Prism Topaz Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Ladysmith, B.C. Canada Posts: 91	Re: Compressor for running my Booster Quote: (Originally Posted by USSMEG) It doesn’t mater, as the booster is vented and separate between the O/2 side and the drive gas side. So filters in the drive gas side are not needed. Later Paul True - the boost side is separate from the drive side, so that's not a big issue. However, the drive specs may or may not like oil-driven compressors. I don't know the drive gas requirements for for a Haskall or an HI, so maybe they are OK. Still, I'd filter the heck out of the drive gas. The Jetsam was designed to be driven by Grade "E" dive gas - a scuba tank connected to a 1st stage, then an LP hose to the baby booster. When I talked to them, they were not willing to endorse any compressor drive, but I know many (including now myself) who use the oil-less 150psi portable compressors to drive them without a problem. Even at that, I use a water trap and filter to keep water out of the booster valves and piston. Cheers, -S
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sunnyboy New Member Current Rebreather/s: Prism Topaz Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Ladysmith, B.C. Canada Posts: 91	Re: Compressor for running my Booster Quote: (Originally Posted by Explorer) Stu, Here's the baby you want. I'll throw in an island with this compressor. Attachment 8421 Which island? -S
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*Beanie* give a man an inch....... Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Other Rebreather/s: Inspiration Vision Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: In da house! yeah baby! Posts: 3,174	Re: Compressor for running my Booster Quote: (Originally Posted by Explorer) Stu, Here's the baby you want. I'll throw in an island with this compressor. Attachment 8421 £20 for the compressor now where's my Island __________________ Beanie Gallery Admin & Library Assistant. www.outlawdivers.org.uk www.beandiving.co.uk www.beanengineering.co.uk
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mountain diver Silent Lucidity Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: edmonton, ab. Posts: 215	Re: Compressor for running my Booster here you go one island, enjoy! scuba diving Isla de la Juventud (the Isle of Youth), Cuba - dive site directory all the best.
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Jimmer New Member Current Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Other Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 72	Re: Compressor for running my Booster I have something akin to this in my garage (although mine has a slightly higher output). Now I just need to get a booster! C5360V1_lg.jpg
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Outlaw In search of Law breaking Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Cyprus, Nicosia Posts: 634	Re: Compressor for running my Booster Quote: (Originally Posted by Jimmer) I have something akin to this in my garage (although mine has a slightly higher output). Now I just need to get a booster! Attachment 8440 hello Jimmer, isn't this too low? 100 psi if i read correct? well, what booster are we talking about here? __________________ CMAS - IANTD - TDI Kamikazi Instrustor Trainer DIRRebreather Team Member ---------------------------- "Once an Outlaw, always an Outlaw"
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Jimmer New Member Current Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Other Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 72	Re: Compressor for running my Booster Quote: (Originally Posted by Outlaw) hello Jimmer, isn't this too low? 100 psi if i read correct? well, what booster are we talking about here? That's just the rated volume output (SCFM) at 100 PSI since most shop tools operate around that pressure. I fill the 60 gallon reservoir of mine to 175-180 PSI, and could push higher if I wanted to. I haven't decided what I want in a booster yet, still on the fence over if I want a portable rebreather size unit, like the Haskel mini sport, or the HI rebreather unit, or something that can more easily do gas mixing in my big 130cf doubles.
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