Nitrox Analyzer

[Bearded Diver]

I searched the site and could not find what I was looking for. I am wondering what brand do most of you use for your Nitrox Analyzers. I also would appreciate any advice on what brands to avoid, and real world use with them, i.e. how often does it need to have the sensor replaced and the cost/ease of service. I will be getting my EANX cert this december and will eventually get an analyzer. TIA!

 

[DogDiver]

What ever analyzer fits your budget.

 

[inquis]

I use the Palm O2 analyzer. Compact and good price. Battery replacement is a pain (4 screws), and I don't leave the batteries (2x AA) in there between trips for fear of it leaking. Overall, though, I'm happy with it.

 

[loosenit2]

i have an analox, a little bigger than the palm, but about the same price. I got it 2nd hand for a very low price is the only reason I chose it, but it has worked very well.

 

[Divin'Papaw]

Alot of folks use the Analox O2EII analyzer. It is also frequently seen on dive boats and in dive shops. I've owned mine for well over 10 years and apart from replacing the battery and O2 sensor as needed, it's been a rock solid workhorse.

Obsolete Products Manuals | Analox Group

A list of obsolete Analox gas safety products and manuals along with their current replacements.

www.analoxgroup.com

 

[BlueTrin]

Alot of folks use the Analox O2EII analyzer. It is also frequently seen on dive boats and in dive shops. I've owned mine for well over 10 years and apart from replacing the battery and O2 sensor as needed, it's been a rock solid workhorse.

Obsolete Products Manuals | Analox Group

A list of obsolete Analox gas safety products and manuals along with their current replacements.

www.analoxgroup.com

I use this one too, no complaints.

 

[tursiops]

I've had numerous analyzers. They all work. They vary in their robustness, and in their convenience.
I'm greatly impressed with the NUVAIR O2 Quickstick.

O2 Quickstick · Oxygen Analyzer for Nitrox Divers

The Nuvair O2 Quickstick is the first diver-friendly oxygen analyzer available anywhere! Easy to use, effective, rugged and amazingly affordable, it is equally convenient for non-divers who need a quick and reliable oxygen analysis above water. The O2 Quickstick is designed for anyone who wants...

www.nuvair.com

However, over the long term, you'll spend more on replacment O2 cells than on the original device, and the price of the replacements varies greatly. You do need the right replacement for your analyzer. Many run $90-120, but some cells are cheaper ($75), like those for the Maxtec O2+ Analyzer and some others. The NUVAIR device uses its own proprietary sensor, but can be found for $85 instead of the usual $120. The sensor for the very popular ANALOX O2EII Analyzer is $140 on Amazon.

 

[MtnDiverColorado]

I use the Analox O2EIII, and have no complaints, though I wish there as a flow regulator available that was compatible with my SP air2.

 

[tursiops]

All you need is SP to standard LPI adapter. Look on Piranha.

 

[MtnDiverColorado]

I'll check it out, thanks!