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Description: MK17 First Stage A compact- lightweight- high performance- and versatile overbalanced diaphragm first stage with dry ambient chamber- built for harsh environments. Machined marine grade chrome plated brass body Overbalanced diaphragm design Dry ambient chamber. Safety seat guide and low profile HP orifice. Two High Flow Ports (HFP) Thermal Insulating System (TIS) and heat transfer fins Externally adjustable intermediate pressure Two high pressure ports Available in 232 bar yoke or DIN system This is a special combination of 1st and 2nd stages that offer the best possible resistance to cold water diving. The MK17AF with the dry ambient chamber and warming fins and theS550 with the offset lever and diaphragm design will allow extreme exposure to cold water. This regulator combination will set new standards for polar expeditions and high altitude mountain lake diving. S550 Second Stage An air balanced high performance second stage chosen by military divers for its durability- simplicity- and reliability. This second stage is also preferred by sport divers and diving instructors that do not need external adjustment of inhalation resistance. Air balanced linear flow valve Precision molded carbon fibre/technopolymer valve housing and components Compact design Diver adjustable VIVA High flow exhaust valve Lightweight orthodontically designed mouthpiece Compatible with MK25AF and MK17AF
DIVE short review: Verdict
Smooth breathe and no water ingress
Performance: 9/10
Value: 8/10
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Scubapro MK17 and S550 Regulator When Emile Gagnan and Jacques Cousteau invented the demand valve in 1943, the key to its success was that it automatically adjusted the air pressure supplying the diver according to depth - 17/11/05
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