Scubapro G260 into deco regulator...

[Chad Larson]

I have a spare Scubapro G260 and would like to use it for my decompression tank (>40%).
Can my dealer o2 clean this for me or should I buy a new second stage specific for breathing oxygen?

Thanks

 

[Tbar]

I have a spare Scubapro G260 and would like to use it for my decompression tank (<40%).
Can my dealer o2 clean this for me or should I buy a new second stage specific for breathing oxygen?

"decompression tank (<40%)" so the gas is less than 40% O2, the reg does not need to be O2 cleaned.

 

[Chad Larson]

Sorry, I obviously put the wrong arrow. Edited...

 

[TTPaws]

Since the O2 is no longer high pressure there is usually nothing to do to make it O2 compatible. As far as I know, only the tank and first stage and maybe the SPG need to be O2 cleaned.

i use a cleaned mk25 (I had an extra) and a G260 for a couple of years and haven't had a problem with 80%

 

[halocline]

Even though it's only seeing O2 at IP and ambient pressure, I would still make every attempt at O2 clean. That means using the correct lube, viton o-rings, and a dust-free work space.

Since you have the G260, by all means use it. But, if I were choosing a reg specifically for high O2 use, I think I would go with a metal case balanced/adjustable, which is the G260's ancestor. There is way less plastic and only two o-rings. The only problem is that you will get hooked on these old metal regs and then have a bunch of plastic regs sitting in a closet.