Question about the K-style Power Inflator

[Mike Boswell]

I wouldn't recommend getting the Seaquest power inflater assembly. It features a pull dump at the point of attachment between corrugated hose and wing.

Why not just get a simple, generic L-type power inflater?


It costs $25 at Northeastscubasupply.com.

I agree. I don't need no steenkin' pull dump.

I have been looking at the L-styles. I was just wondering if anyone had a better idea.

There are several other choices out there, including the Apeks style and the Zeagle: Buy Zeagle Bx Power Inflator at Northeast Scuba Supply.com - Backplate and Wings - Wings/BC Parts - Power Inflators - Parts - Zeagle BC Power Inflator - Fits Most BC's - Northeast Scuba Supply

 

[knowone]

Oh, I agree it's a crock.

The SeaQuest unit looks like what I want, with the buttons in a comfortable place and the mouthpiece facing the fight way. I am not sure the Seaquest assembly would fit on my Oxycheck wing - I think the threads are different.

If this is your choice. Inflator only. OD is one inch. Dump end of hose is seven eighths firm. Attaching lp quick disconnect with 13" Seaquest ergo blah blah blah is unnecessarily restrictive and hose lacks flex.

 

[Bubbletrubble]

I agree. I don't need no steenkin' pull dump.

I have been looking at the L-styles. I was just wondering if anyone had a better idea.

There are several other choices out there, including the Apeks style and the Zeagle: Buy Zeagle Bx Power Inflator at Northeast Scuba Supply.com - Backplate and Wings - Wings/BC Parts - Power Inflators - Parts - Zeagle BC Power Inflator - Fits Most BC's - Northeast Scuba Supply

AFAIK, the guts of the Apeks and Zeagle power inflaters are identical to the K-style power inflater that you have. Performance-wise, you really shouldn't see a difference.

I don't think I'd want to spend $47+ on that Zeagle power inflater system. Seems like you'd be paying a premium for the ability to connect a garden hose. With a K-style inflater, it's easy enough to get a fair amount of water into the bladder (via the mouthpiece) during rinsing. That's sufficient for rinsing purposes IMO.

 

[captain]

I have been looking at the L-styles. I was just wondering if anyone had a better idea.

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Aqua Lung did, about 30 years ago but they quit making it.

 

[Mike Boswell]

AFAIK, the guts of the Apeks and Zeagle power inflaters are identical to the K-style power inflater that you have. Performance-wise, you really shouldn't see a difference.

I don't think I'd want to spend $47+ on that Zeagle power inflater system. Seems like you'd be paying a premium for the ability to connect a garden hose. With a K-style inflater, it's easy enough to get a fair amount of water into the bladder (via the mouthpiece) during rinsing. That's sufficient for rinsing purposes IMO.

Aqua Lung did, about 30 years ago but they quit making it.

I am kind of enamored with the Apeks unit. Airway Complete

Only trouble is, the valve costs $55.00 versus about half that for the standard L valve.

But it DOES have cool brass buttons....

Bubble: I will let you know when I have an extra valve.

 

[Tortuga68]

But it DOES have cool brass buttons

Don't think brass is a good idea... Halcyon went with alloy buttons and they are notorious for seizing on... not good obviously and high maintenance

 

[Mike Boswell]

Don't think brass is a good idea... Halcyon went with alloy buttons and they are notorious for seizing on... not good obviously and high maintenance

They are chrome-plated brass, so I guess they will be okay.

 

[Mike Boswell]

I got the new Apeks inflators today. Here is a picture of the Apeks along with the K-style for comparison.

 

[Bubbletrubble]

I got the new Apeks inflators today. Here is a picture of the Apeks along with the K-style for comparison.

Let us know how you like 'em in the water. Thanks for posting the pics.

 

[UWS_Service]

Im a big fan of the new zeagle BX inflators. They come with a QD and a garden hose screws in which makes it very easy to rinse your bladder.