Standard length of a low pressure inflator hose

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snoballz

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I decided to get a regulator/octo before a BCD for many reasons. With that, I'll need a low pressure inflator hose to hook up to a (rental or borrowed) BC for inflation. Is there a standard size? I'm interested in the Miflex and noticed that there are several sizes from 22" through 26" at Scuba Toys.

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The right size is the size that fits. Put your gear together with any inflator hose that you have now. Put your rig on and disconnect the inflator hose. Have a buddy make sure that the hose leads properly from the regulator first stage right along your BCD corrugated hose to the inflator. If it just fits, fine - that's the length you need. If it is too short - add the the amount by which it is short to the length of the hose you have. If it is too long - subtract the length by which it is too long.
 
C-dale, thanks. Not sure if you understood my question... I do NOT have a BC. I am either renting and/or borrowing so the one that fits (in your response) may vary.

In any event got an answer on another Board and going with it. Thanks.

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The most common length seems to be a 26/27 inch. If you intend to rent a bc, a longer hose is better than one that is too short. When you get your own bc, you can get a hose that is perfectly sized. Although I think it is a great idea for a primary second stage or on doubles, I question the need for a Miflex inflator hose.
 
https://www.shearwater.com/products/swift/

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