Apeks TX100 VS TX50

[deepocean]

Hello
is there any difference between the TX50 and the TX100 in breathing performance? Which one is better? Other things that should be aware of?

thanks, xerxes

 

[chrisnycdive]

I know I want Apeks.....actually the DS4/TX50 combo. But seeing as those are hard to come by these days, I've been considering their other options.

From what I undertand, the TX100 and TX50 1st's are indentical except that the TX50 is on a swivel, and the TX100 has a fancier finish.

What I want to know, is are there any differences in their 2nd's? There isn't anything on paper.....so I'm looking forward to any feedback anyone may have.

TIA....

Chris

 

[large_diver]

Chris,

The TX-100 and T-50 first stages are different -- look at this link:

http://www.divesource.com/apeks/firststages.htm

The TX-100 first stage ports are such that the hoses come out of the first stage at a slight upward angle -- DS4/DST come straight out.

 

[chrisnycdive]

....for the correction and link. Are you aware of any differerences in the 2nd's? I havn't been able to find any documented info saying one way or another.

Thanks again!

Chris

 

[GP]

Originally posted by chrisnycdive
....for the correction and link. Are you aware of any differerences in the 2nd's? I havn't been able to find any documented info saying one way or another.

Thanks again!

Chris

The differences in the seconds are that the heat exchanger is a little bigger on the TX-100 and the adjustment knob is a little different along with some minor cosmetic differences.

 

[chrisnycdive]

Here's also a bit more info on the TX100 from divesource.com

"...Sharing the same technical features with the TX50 2nd stage, but lighter, with improved ergonomics, a reduction in breathing resistance, and a redesigned heat exchanger, offering improved performance. The radically redesigned first stage in, finished in satin chrome, has the top performance of the TX50 first stage in a compact design which incorporates 2 high pressure ports, and four medium pressure ports and angled for optimum hose position. New easier grip hand wheel and dust protector incorporating a spare 'Viton' cylinder valve o-ring."

 

[large_diver]

The other difference is the 1/2" LP port on the first stage of the TX-100 and the DST. All LP ports (4) on the DS4 are 3/8".

There is a thread from yesterday that discusses the pros/cons of this 1/2" port.

As I type this....I have no doubt you've already read it ;-)

 

[chrisnycdive]

Thanks for reminding me that the DS4's do not have the 1/2" port. That's actually pretty important for me. I don't mind using a custom 1/2" hose for my backup on a single tank, but I would perfer "not have to deal" with my doubles rig (which I recently switched over to in November.)

I wish I had a set of both in front of me right now to mess around with.

 

[deepocean]

hello
But is there any significant difference in ease of breathing and
Cold water specifications?
And which one is easier for doubles ATX100 or the DS4?
xerxes

 

[Iguana Don]

A TX50 and DS4 are not the same regulators.

The TX50 has a turret or swivel, while the DS4 does not have the turret.

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