large_diver
Contributor
I have been diving strictly air up to this point and am considering the conversion to Nitrox.
Most of my diving is in the 20-80 foot, range, with occasional dives to 100 ft (nothing deeper than 100).
The pros & cons of using Nitrox as I see them are as follows:
Pros:
- Physical benefits -- reduced nitrogen levels
- Decreased gas density = decreased breathing effort
- Additonal protection against DCS (asuming following air NDLs)
- Additional bottom time (assuming following Nitrox NDLs)
- Potential increase in breathing capacity at depth vs. air
Cons:
- Oxtox risk
- More expensive
- Complexity -- need to analyze breathing gas carefully before using
Also, I have mild allergen-induced asthma -- not sure if there are any issues regarding Nitrox and asthma.
Any feedback is greatly appreciated -- thanks.
Most of my diving is in the 20-80 foot, range, with occasional dives to 100 ft (nothing deeper than 100).
The pros & cons of using Nitrox as I see them are as follows:
Pros:
- Physical benefits -- reduced nitrogen levels
- Decreased gas density = decreased breathing effort
- Additonal protection against DCS (asuming following air NDLs)
- Additional bottom time (assuming following Nitrox NDLs)
- Potential increase in breathing capacity at depth vs. air
Cons:
- Oxtox risk
- More expensive
- Complexity -- need to analyze breathing gas carefully before using
Also, I have mild allergen-induced asthma -- not sure if there are any issues regarding Nitrox and asthma.
Any feedback is greatly appreciated -- thanks.