Coverting an Scubapro MK17 to DIN?

[ECpirates96]

I see a conversion for a Scubapro MK16, MK18, MK20 and MK25 advertised with this same conversion work on a MK17? Also with the yoke socket removed is this a hard conversion? Any links to a how to?

 

[Zung]

1. Yes, the same kit works for nearly all SP reg's of the last 10-20 years
2. Somewhat; the most convenient way to go back is to buy a DIN to yoke adapter, but that adds an inch and may get in the way
3. Easy: remove the nut of the yoke (clamp it with a vise), and torque the DIN nut to 22 ft-lbs, or have somebody do it

 

[Jim238]

FWIW, I had this done to my MK 17 a couple of months ago. My LDS charged me $50.00 plus tax for the job and it took about 10 minutes.

 

[Zung]

That's excessive: it takes 5 min., including the time to collect the money, so the guy is making over $500 an hour.

50 bucks will buy you the special low profile nut ($20, Scubatools) to remove the yoke without damage, and an el cheapo torque wrench ($20, eBay) to tighten the DIN nut. And you can convert the reg back and forth at will.

 

[Wayward Son]

FWIW, I bought the scubapro din converter from my LDS & they included installation with the purchase price. I didn't pay anything extra for it.

 

[Jim238]

I should have stated that clearer. That was the total price. Parts and labor.

 

[b1gcountry]

I should have stated that clearer. That was the total price. Parts and labor.

That was a good price.

Just to be clear, there are two separate pieces in the DIN fitting that both have an allen key socket. The outer one is the only one you can see when it is assembled. It is on the DIN nipple at the end of the fitting. You need to remove this small piece before you torque the fitting on, or remove it. Underneath it is a much larger Allen key socket that you should use to torque the fitting to the proper tightness. If you use the smaller, outer socket, you have a much greater chance of stripping out the socket.

Tom

 

[Gunrock0811]

That's excessive: it takes 5 min., including the time to collect the money, so the guy is making over $500 an hour.

50 bucks will buy you the special low profile nut ($20, Scubatools) to remove the yoke without damage, and an el cheapo torque wrench ($20, eBay) to tighten the DIN nut. And you can convert the reg back and forth at will.

Is this what you are talking about? I'm interested in buying one

Scubapro Mk 17 Socket

 

[Zung]

Nope, I'm talking about the yoke nut socket.

Jim238: +1: $50 for the DIN converter mounted is cool.

 

[Gunrock0811]

Zung,

Thank you