FFM Ocean Reef Neptune Space

Andre · 17th February 2007, 15:35

Does anyone use this maks with a Rebreather and what are the pro's and con's about it?
Thanks
André

colinicky · 17th February 2007, 20:45

I spoke to Tracy at Divematics about 6 months ago over this mask & he had a prototype but could not get the inner nasal cup arrangement sorted out to get rid of the dead air space .Haven't heard anything since ,would be interested myself .

caveseeker7 · 17th February 2007, 22:14

The Neptune has been used with PRISMs, so Steam Machines might have some info for you. I only know the OC version and wasn't impressed. The second stage left a lot to be desired, no match for the Diveator II (AGA mask). The mask is held together by a single screw on the at the bottom of the lower face shield, and in general the quality isn't particulary good IMHO.

The Dräger Panorama Nova is of similar style, better buld quality and the R model is ready for Rebreather use. Current Dräger DSVs will fit, a BOV is readily available from Divematics (the connector can be changed from mask to normal bite piece, too) and planned from Golem.

The M-48 from Kirby-Morgan and the AGA from Interspiro can easily be adapted for Rebreather use.

I consider any of those three are a better choice than the Neptune.

**OceanOpportunity** · 18th February 2007, 03:28

the neptunes suit their intended purpose well (OC), but there is alot of dead space if being considered for CCR use...I have yet to see an effective means of converting this. Personally, I like the Scubapro or Mantis style ffms...very low profile, and can accomodate any mouthpiece assy.

caveseeker7 · 18th February 2007, 07:19

Tried to fit the Scubapro to my fave, but the mask was just to wide, wasn't even a close fit. The people that have had one in the water liked it for most part.

The Mantis does fit my face, but just and on the opposite end of the scale. My nose barely fits, and I'm not sure I could fit it for myself with a bite piece. Can't beat the price, though, they had a € 40 special at Boot!

17th February 2007, 15:35	#1 (permalink)
Andre New Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Switzerland, Aarau Posts: 139	FFM Ocean Reef Neptune Space Does anyone use this maks with a Rebreather and what are the pro's and con's about it? Thanks André
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17th February 2007, 20:45	#2 (permalink)
colinicky RBW Member rEvo II Hybrid Mini Titanium Inspiration Vision Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: uk Posts: 1,178	Re: FFM Ocean Reef Neptune Space I spoke to Tracy at Divematics about 6 months ago over this mask & he had a prototype but could not get the inner nasal cup arrangement sorted out to get rid of the dead air space .Haven't heard anything since ,would be interested myself .
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17th February 2007, 22:14	#3 (permalink)
caveseeker7 Who loves ya, baby PRISM Topaz & Sport KISS (still owned) MK15 Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Too far from Neverland Posts: 5,677	Re: FFM Ocean Reef Neptune Space The Neptune has been used with PRISMs, so Steam Machines might have some info for you. I only know the OC version and wasn't impressed. The second stage left a lot to be desired, no match for the Diveator II (AGA mask). The mask is held together by a single screw on the at the bottom of the lower face shield, and in general the quality isn't particulary good IMHO. The Dräger Panorama Nova is of similar style, better buld quality and the R model is ready for Rebreather use. Current Dräger DSVs will fit, a BOV is readily available from Divematics (the connector can be changed from mask to normal bite piece, too) and planned from Golem. The M-48 from Kirby-Morgan and the AGA from Interspiro can easily be adapted for Rebreather use. I consider any of those three are a better choice than the Neptune.
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18th February 2007, 03:28	#4 (permalink)
OceanOpportunity for a world of water rEvo II mCCR/SW Predator Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Providence, RI USA Posts: 1,334	Re: FFM Ocean Reef Neptune Space the neptunes suit their intended purpose well (OC), but there is alot of dead space if being considered for CCR use...I have yet to see an effective means of converting this. Personally, I like the Scubapro or Mantis style ffms...very low profile, and can accomodate any mouthpiece assy. __________________ Michael Lombardi .: bringing you an Ocean of Opportunity .: Undersea Resource Center \| Ocean State .: Blog \| A New Life in the Sea .: Diving Safety Officer \| American Museum of Natural History ------------------------------- *proud supporter* Ocean Opportunity Inc. \| a 501(c)3 not for profit organization Add your support with every purchase when you use the Ocean Opportunity Platinum® Visa Rewards card
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18th February 2007, 07:19	#5 (permalink)
caveseeker7 Who loves ya, baby PRISM Topaz & Sport KISS (still owned) MK15 Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Too far from Neverland Posts: 5,677	Re: Scubapro & Mantis Tried to fit the Scubapro to my fave, but the mask was just to wide, wasn't even a close fit. The people that have had one in the water liked it for most part. The Mantis does fit my face, but just and on the opposite end of the scale. My nose barely fits, and I'm not sure I could fit it for myself with a bite piece. Can't beat the price, though, they had a € 40 special at Boot!
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