BCD Power inflator valve service
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Ghetto Diver
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Is the SeaElite inflator tube 3/4"? It looks so, and the inflater looks the same as Aeris/Oceanic.
If it is, you will not be able to disassemble [without breaking it, yes ask me how I know].
They are designed to replaced when serviced. I bought mine from these guys
Oceanic BCD Inflator Valve
If it is, you will not be able to disassemble [without breaking it, yes ask me how I know].
They are designed to replaced when serviced. I bought mine from these guys
Oceanic BCD Inflator Valve
A little late here I know, but I've gotten to the point where they are cheap enough to be disposable: https://www.divegearexpress.com/45-degree-oral-power-inflator
Affordable they are.
With a little tool from DSS or some improvising it's usually no more than a quick clean and lube that is needed. At least in my experience the passage of water perhaps more from cleaning that diving eventually dries things up and the button response starts to lag. It's usually noticeable a few dives before it's a real problem. So far wear. seal leakage has not been an issue for me.
Repairing can be especially attractive if you are partial to a unique OEM valve your BC was built with, those are not nearly so affordable. The DIY part of me says we dispose of way too many serviceable or reusable items.
Pete
With a little tool from DSS or some improvising it's usually no more than a quick clean and lube that is needed. At least in my experience the passage of water perhaps more from cleaning that diving eventually dries things up and the button response starts to lag. It's usually noticeable a few dives before it's a real problem. So far wear. seal leakage has not been an issue for me.
Repairing can be especially attractive if you are partial to a unique OEM valve your BC was built with, those are not nearly so affordable. The DIY part of me says we dispose of way too many serviceable or reusable items.
Pete
Rooster59
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If your hose has a 1 inch ID, go with what TTPAWS said above and use those. The O-rings can easily be changed with the standard tool.
https://www.divegearexpress.com/inflator-service-tool-w-o-ring-kit
I don't think the guts have or will ever change in these.
This hose may be of interest:
12'' Corrugated Adapter Hose - Northeast Scuba Supply Store
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