Connecting transmitter pod to 1st stage
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No, not really, although this being SB, some will have (strong) opinions as to why not.
I have a 6" hose on all my and my wife's reg sets (approx 10 sets) for the very reason you suggest, and or to prevent damage if the kit is knocked etc
We additionally have a QD (quick disconnect) between the hose and Transmitter (tx)
This allows the convenience of being easily able to swap tx between reg sets as required, or diving the reg set without tx installed (for instance if I'm confined water teaching I don't need my tx fitted and using its battery)
For air travel we prefer to keep our tx with the computers and regs in the dive bags
Having the tx further away reduce signal drop outs on some brands
Some will argue that there is an addition failure point with the addition O ring. I find that risk negligible
Depending on your diving the tx protruding out further may present a risk of entanglement.
One should weigh up the pros and cons and decide what is best for you personally
Mike1967
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JonnyDiver
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Thanks DD. Do you have a spec for the QD?
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Thanks - I agree the Suunto is a bit bulky. The Scubapro looks more compact. Thanks again
Just noticed you're in AD
Contact Stevie McLeod, the Technical/Service manager at AL Boom Diving, on the Al Wasl road. He'll have them or will get them
scrane
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It's just a matter of personal preference and perceived / imagined risks. Not a big deal either way.
CaveSloth
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I pulled my SPG off its hose and put my transmitter right on the end of the hose in its place with the little swivel spindle thingy in between the two. I still clip the hose to my left chest D-Ring as before. I put the little rubber hose cap on the removed SPG and keep it in my reg bag.
[QUOTE="CaveSloth, post: 8863458, member: 496413" the little swivel spindle thingy in between the two. [/QUOTE]
Its called an HP Spool
Good point
@JonnyDiver198 - IF you're using Suunto Pods (Eon or D5) You should have a choice of restrictors - one a Top hat if putting the Tx on the first stage, the other an HP spool for using on a hose. Make sure you put one on.
I have always personally used an HP spool between my TX and hose, because it gives an additional protection against leaks esp if the TX O ring gets damaged
Its called an HP Spool
Good point
@JonnyDiver198 - IF you're using Suunto Pods (Eon or D5) You should have a choice of restrictors - one a Top hat if putting the Tx on the first stage, the other an HP spool for using on a hose. Make sure you put one on.
I have always personally used an HP spool between my TX and hose, because it gives an additional protection against leaks esp if the TX O ring gets damaged
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