Miflex dual swivel regulator hose

[extremetito]

Has anyone had any experience with these replacement hoses?
Endorsements/problems/opinions?

 

[kelemvor]

I've no idea if it would actually be a problem or not, but it looks like there's quite a small restriction in the swivel.

 

[Nemrod]

The limiting factor on flow volume of a typical second stage is the second stage volcano orifice and the amount of lift the seat has over the orifice when fully open. If anything upstream of that has a smaller area then it could restrict the flow. I doubt that is the case with the swivel.

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[extremetito]

The swivel connector at the second stage appears similar to the Cave Adventurers' swivel adaptor. Have there been any issues with those?

 

[Tug]

If I wanted a hose with a swivel, I'd buy both a hose and a swivel. My thoughts are that it would allow me to replace one part without having to buy an expensive combo piece of equipment.

Personally, while I have used swivels in the past, I now prefer fixed angle adaptors on my hoses (side mounted rebreather bailout regs).

 

[BertStevens]

If I wanted a hose with a swivel, I'd buy both a hose and a swivel. My thoughts are that it would allow me to replace one part without having to buy an expensive combo piece of equipment.

What he said!

 

[buddhasummer]

The swivel connector at the second stage appears similar to the Cave Adventurers' swivel adaptor. Have there been any issues with those?

I don't think they are similar, judging by the photo anyway, the CA ones are very well made and very sturdy.