BC OP Springs

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johndiver999

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Is there a good source for inexpensive replacement springs for the OP valves on BC's? I could use a few. I have had several springs fail due to corrosion over time, and I would like to have a few around to address that.

I don't want to buy a whole new assembly.

thanks!
 
Is there a good source for inexpensive replacement springs for the OP valves on BC's? I could use a few. I have had several springs fail due to corrosion over time, and I would like to have a few around to address that.

I don't want to buy a whole new assembly.

thanks!


Wouldn't they be specific to a brand/model?
 
I know some are a little different, but I was hoping for some generic springs.??
 
They do vary a bunch. I wouldn't risk stressing a bag or not having enough pressure to fill a bag by not using the recommended spring. Then again you could go down the rabbit hole of spring design, calculate what diameter of wire, diameter of turn, height, and grind and then make your own...It is fun engineering!
 
https://www.shearwater.com/products/teric/

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