DS inflator on leg???

[MASS-Diver]

I've seen some DSs with the inflator valve mounted on the upper leg - I guess this is SOP for many military (SEAL) suits as well. Anyone know why this is done? I assue it has to do with them diving rebreathers, but, I don't really have a clue.

Would this be an exceptable rig for someone diving with a small argon bottle? Would the argon diffuse throughout the suit or would be trapped in the leg (by the harness)?

Any thoughtsas to whether this is a good or bad idea?

Thanks

 

[pipedope]

I wonder why you are asking. Do you have a source to get one cheep?

I can work, especially if rigged correctly.

The drawback is diving a configuration different from the other people on your team. Unless you are diving with a bunch of SEAL team guys.

 

[ERP]

I would imagine the leg placement is more out of necessity than anything else.

They probably mount things on there chest and therefore have to relocate the inflation valve.

 

[saturated]

Milspec drysuit inflators are usually located on the left hip just below the waistline. It does work well and on a rebreather is a very good location. The drysuit generally has a sleeve sewn in for the cyinder and the hose is usually about 4 inches long. Quite a nice setup. It is also not attached in anyway to your rig so you can shed your gear without worrying about that connection.