Stainless Steel Loops needed.

[Jim Lapenta]

Sang here are the pics of the rings Privateer made for me. I use the front for stages, rear for spg, and the lower one for reel, hammer, etc.

 

[SangP]

Jim Lapenta,

Many thanks for the photos.

I just remembered something during my national service days n I think I can adapt 2 D-rings into a quick release similar to the abseiling/climbing gear.

I'll post you some pictures this weekend.

Cheers,

SangP

 

[WolfY]

Hi SangP,

This is my adjustable harness solution:
http://www.scubaboard.com/forums/do-yourself-diy/324904-looking-ss-hardware-3.html

I use the kind of SS loops that you are looking for that I've got from DR. But they look just the same. If you are worried about the strength? don't. But if you are unsecured use 2 at each point.

Look at other threads of mine where I have other solutions for SM harness and rig.

Good luck with the project.

 

[SangP]

Hi WolfY,

Thanks for the great links n are these ss loops very corrosion resistant as I have tried some ss hardware that is claimed to be ss but rust almost immediately after saltwater use?

SangP

 

[WolfY]

Hi WolfY,

Thanks for the great links n are these ss loops very corrosion resistant as I have tried some ss hardware that is claimed to be ss but rust almost immediately after saltwater use?

SangP

Hi SangP,

I don't know specific how resistant for rust this SS loops. Since they are quite cheep and essential for your project buy a couple and find out. You can also get SS wire and bend some loops. Not as thick as the bought ones, but works well. First I have used SS wire (1m"m) that I have found during a salt water dive and know for sure they will resist rust. Later I have got the DR originals that I've ordered before finding the wire and prior receiving the package.

I depends on how and where you use the loops in order to decide the strength of it. But 1 m"m is strong enough for most purposes though easy enough to bend to a loop.
more important for strength is if the loop welded at the ends or open. When DIY you can make a double loop and that will be very strong without welding it.

Anyway ordering some loops factory made is the best way to get them without spending the time on really cheap parts.

By the way, you can check the quality of the SS using a magnet. If no magnetism they will probably last for ever.

Show us your project when ready.

WolfY

 

[DIWdiver]

super7 & Jim Lapenta,

Many thanks for the great info.

super7, actually I was looking for just a regular rectangular ss loop but the ss polygon looks interesting as it would more closely form to the contours of the body. Please try n remember where you saw the ss qc as that is the one thing that is keeping this project from happening.

Jim Lapenta could you kindly take a photo of the double d qc so I can make one for myself?

Thanks again guys,

SangP

Privateer Divers is pretty open to new ideas. If it's something they think they can sell, they'll build it and gladly sell you a few.

D

 

[deepwater]

You might try this place. Custom Straps, Nylon & Polypro Webbings, Metal & Plastic Buckles at Strapworks.com They have lots of usable crap. web,stainless, 'd' rings, snaps, all kinds of stuff to get yourself in trouble.

dw

 

[SangP]

Thanks guys,

I did a autocad drawing of some harness components and recently ordered a set of wings from caveadventurers.com as soon as they arrive I'll try to see what works best on them and post a private photo for everyone who participated on this thread.

SangP

 

[SangP]

Hi guys,

I finally got the harness design almost finalized and would like to post it to your guys for some feedback.

Could you please email me and I'll send you a picture of the harness design.

SangP

 

[WolfY]

Hi guys,

I finally got the harness design almost finalized and would like to post it to your guys for some feedback.

Could you please email me and I'll send you a picture of the harness design.

SangP

Why don't you post the pics here?