Anyone heard of this model of Haskel. Would it work well for scuba diving applications?
Any info would be appreciated!
Any info would be appreciated!
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I'll wager a guess here. My understanding of the Haskel AGT series, is that the first # is the compression ratio of the first stage, and the second # the second stage. So the first stage compresses to 62:1. So with 100psi drive gas, it would compress to 6200 psi on the first stage, and 15200 psi on the second stage. WAY overkill for any scuba use. Most people using 2 stage boosters, are using something in the realm of 15/30. The 15:1 first stage is good at scavenging gas from supply cylinders, and the 30:1 second stage will boost to 3000 psi at 100 psi drive.
Hope that helps,
Jim
That monster would fill rebreather tanks but be darn sure to install a relief valve. It is too slow for open circuit SCUBA tank gas transfer. Inspect for "oxygen service" label or plate.
Thanks again everyone! You have all been a huge help.
If the unit did not have the "oxygen service" label or plate, does that mean that the unit cannot be O2 serviced?
Also... is there a way to convert this unit from the 62/152 to a 32/62? It seems the 32/62 would fill faster and be rated for lower pressures... although pretty high still?