looking into purchasing cylinders

[MichelG]

I bought 120 steel last year and can't complaint about it, especially if you dive cold water in a dry suit. If you are not tall you may prefer 100's or 119's (they are shorter) because some people don't like being hit in the butt, I'm 6 foot 2 and I never had that kind of problem. I see that you are from Montreal, go see Eric at Plongee Nepteau, they're on sale this week. That guy knows what he's talking about.

 

[Doc Harry]

What's the difference in steel vs aluminum? nothing really.

There is a very significant difference between steel and aluminum cylinders, not only in terms of inital purchase costs, but also care, use and maintenance.

Treating a steel cylinder just like an aluminum cylinder is a good way to end up with a $500 paperweight.

 

[Shipwreckscanada]

Thank you all for your recommendations on what type of cylinder to purchase. I know I made the right choice and have you all to thank.

I just came home with 2 HP steel cylinders X-Series 119 from XS Scuba.

Technical specifications

I also liked the fact that it’s hot dip galvanized on the outside.

Thanks again : - )

 

[ddmattos]

Thank you all for your recommendations on what type of cylinder to purchase. I know I made the right choice and have you all to thank.

I just came home with 2 HP steel cylinders X-Series 119 from XS Scuba.

Technical specifications

I also liked the fact that it’s hot dip galvanized on the outside.

Thanks again : - )

Nice!

And being that you bought them together, you shouldn't have a problem turning them into doubles just in case you do more advanced dives later.

Curious .....How are you going to mount these tanks,,,, jacket or bp/w?

 

[Shipwreckscanada]

Nice!

And being that you bought them together, you shouldn't have a problem turning them into doubles just in case you do more advanced dives later.

Curious .....How are you going to mount these tanks,,,, jacket or bp/w?

At my age I think I’ve pretty much reached as far as I will go. In three years I’ve spent over $10,000 in equipment, courses and the travel expenses for these courses. If I go beyond what I’ve already done, then my wife of 33 years will leave me for sure.

I will use my regular BCD. (Aqua Lung QD Pro)

 

[Athos]

Ok, I am kind of an air hog. I need more practice to get better. So I’m sold on a 120cf steel Cylinder

I know it weighs more but I will simply remove weights from my weight pouches. I have one more question.

Are all steel cylinder manufactures created equal?

No they are not !!! look at the different tables and options you can try 119 steel if you need shorter thanks and there are some differences in buoyancy characteristics on the same sizes /different manufacturers but those are really not that crucial if you are going to dive single back mounted cilinder without penetration (like you should ) Any way it is worth the research And if you really need a lots of air there are some 130 steel as well

Ooops I did not see your last post .Good choice I like 119 as well !!!