by Jan Willem Bech | Homebuilders Manual operated Closed Circuit Systems MCCR, Homebuilders
Ralph Buscemi (M) CCR rebreather Ralph Buscemi first build a rebreather using the RG-UFM as a donor. Later he decided to build a model that is worn on the back. All the concepts of homebuild rebreathers contribute to the creation of new models. So if this article...
by Jan Willem Bech | Homebuilders Manual operated Closed Circuit Systems MCCR, Homebuilders
Uwe Bush Black Water Nymph Uwe designed and built his own CMF (Constant Mass Flow) rebreather. He used parts from East German and Russian rebreathers. The reducer and constant mass flow valve comes from the RG/UF-M scrubber of a Russian IDA rebreather. Have fun with...
by Jan Willem Bech | Homebuilders Manual operated Closed Circuit Systems MCCR, Homebuilders
Richard Harris build his own KISS Style MCCR rebreather Dr. Richard Harris is an anesthetist from Australia who build his own Closed circuit Rebreather. His homepage gives you all the details but I thought it would be nice to add this design to the...
by Jan Willem Bech | Homebuilders Manual operated Closed Circuit Systems MCCR, Homebuilders
Roel Suk rebuilt his Dolphin to a MCCR rebreather On this page you will find pictures of the rebreather rebuild by Roel Suk. He rebuild his standard Dolphin to a MCCR, using the Gordon Kiss valve. Special attention is given to the shell that is of a superior quality,...
by Jan Willem Bech | Homebuilders Manual Operated Oxygen Rebreather MOOR, Homebuilders
William Sewell build a rebreather.. in his drysuit Below you see what I received from William Sewell. Possibly you know his nickname Bill by his Pendulum rebreather which is described elsewhere on this website. At this moment Bill is working at a very ventured...
by Jan Willem Bech | Homebuilders Manual operated Closed Circuit Systems MCCR, Homebuilders
Stan Henning CEDU AWARD # 9 For answering the call… “If You Can’t Build A Rebreather, You Shouldn’t Dive A Rebreather.” It is with great pleasure that the CEDU Recognize and Present the “Honors of the...
by Jan Willem Bech | Homebuilders Manual Operated Oxygen Rebreather MOOR, Homebuilders
Steve Z Paige Biopak 45 Steve Paige sent my a bundle of very nice photos of his rebuild and homebuild rebreathers.After scanning them I realized he rebuilt a fire fighting / mine rescue rebreather to be used for underwater purposes.Here you find the pictures of his...
by Jan Willem Bech | Homebuilders Manual operated Closed Circuit Systems MCCR, Homebuilders Constant Injection Oxygen Rebreather CIOR, Homebuilders
Steve’s Suba Shallow Underwater Breathing Apparatus This new home built rebreather is the combination of parts from five other rebreathers. Double hoses are from the Lar V made by Dräger, there are 4 check valves. The Scrubber is from a Fenzy rebreather, it...
by Jan Willem Bech | Homebuilders Manual operated Closed Circuit Systems MCCR, Homebuilders
Steve Z Paige Scarab Rebreather Scarab Beetle Scarab Beetle One of the most famous of all Egyptian amulets, the sacred scarab is an emblem of the Great Creator of the Universe and is a symbol of perpetual renewal of life. Wear scarab beetle jewelry for good luck...
by Jan Willem Bech | Homebuilders Homebuild Rebreather
Accessories HBRA, Homebuilders
Titanium and Alubox for Inspiration rebreathers The TITANBOX and ALIBOX I’ve been diving with an INSPIRATION CCR for several years now and started looking for a frame to take larger tanks. So I searched on the internet as well at dive shows and in dive magazines. I...
by Jan Willem Bech | Homebuilders Manual Operated Oxygen Rebreather MOOR, Homebuilders
Tom Rose Swampfox and adapted RG/UFM If you’d met this man in a cafe and you’re a diver, I guarantee he can keep you busy till late. Tom Rose is CEDU Award winner with his unique rebreather “SWAMP FOX”. Unfortunately Tom passed away a few years...
by Jan Willem Bech | Homebuilders Homebuild Rebreather
Accessories HBRA, Homebuilders
Uri Baran Head Up display Uri Baran sent me some pictures of a prototype HUD for the use on 3 cell and Inspiration rebreathers. These pictures represents the idea of a single HUD that is added to the standard Scrubber and electronics of the Inspiration rebreather....
by Jan Willem Bech | Homebuilders Constant Injection Oxygen Rebreather CIOR, Homebuilders
Uwe IDA 71 Logo My IDA-71is a conversion to an active, pure-O2 CCR. It’s great for natural observation, and easy to dive; it’s good for first experiences diving a rebreather, if you respect the rules. I removed one scrubber and the...
by Jan Willem Bech | Homebuilders Active Semi Closed System ASCS, Homebuilders
Valery Mukhin IDA59 SCR Recently I received very information about the adventures of the Russian diver Valery Mukhin. Valery achieved to build his own semiclosed rebreather based on a IDA 59 ! Here you find his story.© 2004 Dear Mr. Jan Willem Bech;I would like to...
by Jan Willem Bech | Homebuilders Manual operated Closed Circuit Systems MCCR, Homebuilders
William Sewell MR 101 June 2003:Here is the latest work of William Sewell. Member of CEDU, inventor of the Arctic Lung and the Stealth rebreather. Here you find his latest work in building superb ‘cold water rebreathers’. William Sewell MR101 MR101 OXYGEN...
by Jan Willem Bech | Homebuilders Homebuild Rebreather
Accessories HBRA, Homebuilders
Philippe Gerin wing for Kiss rebreather Here is some nice information Philip Gerin sent me about a new designed wing to fit the KISS rebreather. Guys, So far my quest for the perfect BC for the Kiss was not successful. Now, it’s over. Pat Duffy accepted to take the...
by Jan Willem Bech | Homebuilders Electronic Controlled Closed Circuit Rebreathers ECCR, Homebuilders
Dave Sutton’s smallest CCR Text and photos by Dave Sutton, 2005 OK, Guys, here is my version of the worlds smallest CCR. Here’s what it is, and how it came to be. I’ve been diving pure 02 rebreathers for a long time, doing photography, observation,...
by Jan Willem Bech | Database Oxygen Rebreathers, Database OX GER
A very early quick release In 1914 Charles Christiansen from Gelsenkirchen applied for a patent on his invention to equip rescue systems intended to escape from submarines with a quick release device. The purpose of this device is to be able to throw off the...
by Jan Willem Bech | Database Oxygen Rebreathers, Database OX GER
1910 Dräger Tauchretter DM1 In 1910 there was a terrible accident in which 27 French soldiers drowned in their submarine.This incident shocked Europe and prompted Dräger to design a lifesaver. With this rescue device,the first Tauchretter was born, followed by a...
by Jan Willem Bech | Database Oxygen Rebreathers, Database OX GER
1913 Dräger Dänische Tauchretter D2 ManufacturerDräger made this rebreather for submarine escapes in 1913-1914 especially for the Danish Navy.GassystemThis rebreather runs on oxygen only and uses a constant mass flow system addidng 1,25 ltr/min.ScrubberThe unique...
by Jan Willem Bech | Database Oxygen Rebreathers, Database OX GER
1913 Dräger Tauchretter DM2 During the years after 1910, Dräger further developed the Tauchretter DM1 into the model DM2 that was ready in 1913 (1914?). The injector system was replaced by a constant mass flow system. Picture thanks to David Dekker netherlands The gas...
by Jan Willem Bech | Database Oxygen Rebreathers, Database OX GER
1913-1918 Dräger Selbstretter Tübben Mass Produced Pendulum Rebreather On this page you will be introduced to the first mass-produced oxygen rebreather. The Dräger Selbstretter Tübben was developed in 1913 through a collaboration between Dr. Bernhard Dräger and Dr....
by Jan Willem Bech | Database OX GER
Dräger Heeres Sauerstoff Schutzgerät or HSS gerät 1916 This successor to the Draeger Tübben Selbstretter was a significantly more modern system. You will see from the operation that this is a lung controlled rebreather. With 7.5 kilos it is a technically high quality...
by Jan Willem Bech | Homebuilders
Homebuilder Start Page This page is the gateway to more than 100 self-built projects. For divers who want to build their own rebreather the page offers a phenomenal source of inspiration. The shown self building projects reflect 20 years of development. For beginning...
