1st-stage LP port 'extender' ?

[scubafanatic]

Hello,

I know there are such things as 1st-stage HP port extenders, to provide a way to attach, for example, the computer transmitter of an AI dive computer to a 1st-stage in the event the 1st-stage HP ports are too close together to allow the AI transmitter to screw directly into the 1st-stage HP port...well, I'm looking for a source for the the 'equivalent' part for a 1st-stage LP port, an 'extender'....does anyone know of a source/supplier?

Thanks!

Karl

 

[halocline]

A 6" HP hose works well for the situation you're describing. Scubatoys has them.

 

[JahJahwarrior]

HP and LP use different size threads, don't they?? A 6" HP hose would need an adaptor on both ends to work correctly.

Tech Diving Limited can get you custom hoses, I think.

 

[scubafanatic]

Thanks for the suggestions, but the 'hose' option isn't what I'm seeking...so far, the only solution I'm seeing is stacking a pair of 3/8 to 1/2 and 1/2 to 3/8 inch port extenders end to end and seeing how that does.

Karl

 

[wreckchick]

Can I ask what you're trying to do? There might be a more elegant solution to the problem.

Rachel

 

[scubafanatic]

Hi Rachel,

well, I'm working with an Apeks XTX 200, and I'm having clearance issues with the 2 LP ports over my right shoulder, the 'forward' LP port is equipped with a Trident T-adapter, which is the basis for my back-up inflator LP port, as well as my primary 2nd-stage, equipped with an Apollo Bio-filter.....the other LP port is running my octo.

I've already got my reg successfully configured as detailed above.....however, I'm contemplating making a change so that the 'forward' LP port still holds the T-adapter as before, but then to run my octo off it as well, not my primary, and move the primary 2nd-stage and Bio-filter to the 'back-side' LP port instead...the problem is, if I attempt that, it would put the 'forward' LP port mounted T adapter side-by-side with the 'back-side' LP port holding the Biofilter.....and there's not enough clearance for these 2 items to fit side-by-side....so my would-be solution is to stack a pair of LP port extenders together, screw them into the 'back-side' 1st-stage LP port, THEN attach the Bio-filter/primary 2nd-stage to that...that will push the Bio-filter/primary 2nd-stage far enough out from the 1st-stage that the Bio-filter won't collide with the 'fat' T-adapter that's screwed directly into the 'forward' LP port...make sense ?

Karl

 

[halocline]

Sorry, I missed the part about the "LP equivalent!" Never mind.

 

[TravisD]

Curiosity got the better of me... A quick search seems to indicate that the XTX200 has 4 LP ports: Apeks XTX200 Regulator from LeisurePro.com

What all are you trying to attach?

1: Primary reg
2: Octo
3: BC Inflator
4: You mention a "back-up inflator" - are you running a Drysuit and a dual-bladder wing or something?

If that's the case, what's the Tee for?

I'd be concerned with stacking so many rigid extensions together - the BioFilter and the extensions, plus the end of the hose is going to make a pretty long rigid protusion out from the 1st stage. I'd be worries about all that leverage causing stress on the 1st stage and cracking the fitting.

If you do in fact need this configuration, then it might make more sense to try and move either the BioFilter or the Tee to the other side, or look into getting a short "extension" hose made that would let you put the Filter in-line a little bit away from the 1st stage and remove some of the stress.

Just my $0.02.
--travis