What does a regulator do for diving?
The diving regulator is a mechanism which reduces the pressure of the supply of breathing gas and provides it to the diver at approximately ambient pressure. In warmer climates, a regulator that’s lightweight and easy to pack is ideal. These regulators often have fewer features but are perfect for clear, warm waters where equipment demands are generally less. For cold water dives, your regulator must withstand freezing temperatures without malfunctioning.The choice of your regulator will depend on the diver you are. There are regulators for each category of divers. In warmer climates, a regulator that’s lightweight and easy to pack is ideal. These regulators often have fewer features but are perfect for clear, warm waters where equipment demands are generally less.
What scuba regulator do navy seals use?
Xstream. The regulator of choice for the most formidable of divers. The Xstream works with air, nitrox, trimix or 100% oxygen. Certified for use down to 200 m / 656 ft, this regulator never quits, giving it the honored place as the US Navy’s, US Coastguard’s and the NYPD’s preferred regulator. APEX XTX50 Dive Regulator – Overall Winner. Atomic Aquatics T3 Titanium Dive Regulator – Best travel high-end. Aqua Lung Titan Dive Regulator – Best under $500. Scubapro MK25 EVO/A620 Ti Dive Regulator – Best titanium under $1000.