Database German Oxygen Rebreathers

This database shows the oxygen rebreathers developed and used in Germany. The breathing apparatus are used for different purposes. The first models were mainly used in the mining industry and during the First World War devices were developed to escape from submarines. Later the oxygen breathing apparatus was used by the military but also by sports divers who practise photography or want to dive with light systems. Oxygen devices, because of their characteristics, can offer a long operating time, both above and under water. An important warning for homebuilders; Oxygen rebreathers require specific knowledge and are repeatedly involved in fatal accidents. Never dive alone, make sure nitrogen is removed from the loop and do not dive deeper than 6 metres. No rights can be derived from the information on these pages.

1931 Dräger Gegenlunge

1931 Dräger Gegenlunge

After the French submarine Farfadet sank in 1905, followed by the Pluvoise and the German U3 in the German Bight, it was decided in Germany to develop rescue equipment for submarine crews.

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1930 Inhabad Wasser Tauchgeräte

1930 Inhabad Wasser Tauchgeräte

Around 1930, Inhabad produced a water diving apparatus called the Inhabad O2-350 system. This system made use of oxygen candles that generated 2.5 litres of oxygen per minute. The unit was used to dive to depths of 15 metres (!) on pure oxygen.

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