Some info on how to transport your rebreather
While this information is a bit older, it might help you find a system for transporting your rebreather. During my travels, I always took advantage of my travel frame. The rebreather fitted in a standard bag and I was often able to rent my 3-litre cylinders on the spot. However, if you take your whole system with you, the following might offer ideas:
This page shows a few solutions on transporting the Inspiration Rebreather. For sure there will be more possibilities, so please let me know if you found another case or transport method!
The Inspiration is delivered in a good quality case with following specifications:
- External dimensions 710mm x 460mm x 370mm = ~ 27.95″ x 18.11″ x 14.6″
- Weight 4.185 kg
- Color green
- Material polypropylene
- No holes in bottom
- Price approx ₤ 30
Recently I received from Stephan ‘Mad Mole’ Hawkins information over the latest inspiration case. It is a new model Gator-box grey collored and has the following dimension:
Inner dimensions
W = 49cm
H = 36cm
L = 65cm
Outer dimension
W = 53cm
H = 39cm
L = 73cm
Weight will be approx 6-7 kg
Advantage of the APD gator case is that it can only be lifted in the correct position. This is because the handles are put in this way. Big chance the gear stays in one piece. General experiences are positive on using the gator box in aeroplanes! (Tips from Tino de Rijk from the Netherlands, thanks Tino for sharing this information)
New introduced to the market:
EXPLORER CASE model 7641.
Watertigh, very rigid.
EXPLORERCASES NEDERLAND
Vaartuigenlaan 73
NL- 3448 WL WOERDEN
Telefoon: 0348 421 943
Fax: 0348 430 306
info@explorercases.nl
Specifications:
| Internal Dimensions: | 27 L x 18.1 W x 15.9 D in |
| Lid Depth / Base Depth: | 4.7 / 11.2 in |
| External Dimensions: | 29.1 L x 20.3 W x 17.3 D in (without handle) 30.0 L x 20.3 W x 17.8 D in (with handle and wheels) |
| Weight (empty): | 30 lbs with handle and wheels 27.2 lbs without handle and wheels |
| Submersion Test Depth: | 1 meter |
| Materials: | Ultra high impact ABS, nylon, polypropylene, stainless steel hinge pins, silicone rubber o-ring |
| Price: | about 225 US dollar |
Details: Underwaterkinetics
Specifications:
External Dimensions:
25.81 L x 17.5W x 16D
Model:
DX-2517-16FW-BK
Materials:
high-density polyethylene
Price:
about 360 US dollar
Details: HERE
Samsonite
Product 145*079
Dimensions 56.5 x 79 x 32.5 cm
Capacity 107 l
Details: www.samsonite.com
The Diver’s Companion, the new revolutionary integrated storage and transportation system designed for divers equipment, in both the leisure and commercial industry. Diver’s Companion, is aimed to improve the diver’s welfare and the containment and management of essential diving equipment. Features incorporated are lockable equipment storage/handling case for the storage of divers equipment. A 316 stainless steel trolley with adjustable handle for transporting scuba air cylinders with pneumatic wheels, lockable castors & quick release air cylinder retaining strap.
(Information reached me that the Inspiration should not fit in this case. I sent a request to this company but did not receive a reaction. Please check careful before buying this case. Tip thanks to Ryan Crawford)
Material……………Polypropylene * 3 Dial combination lock * 5 Year guarantee * Ball bearing wheels * Spring loaded handles * Size 78 x 57 x 26cm
New Jumbo Size Case (Model #1660) Pelican’s newest equipment protector case will protect heavy or large equipment from severe handling in all weather. The #1660 is the largest Pelican Case made and features reinforced rounded bumper corners, rigid wall technology, locking flanges, massive multiple latches, dual 50mm hard rubber wheels and retractable extension handle. Available with full foam (#1660) or 2-tier modular padded divider set (#1664). Colour: Black only. Approximate Outside Dimensions: 80cm L x 58cm W x 48cm D.
This one was sent to me by Bob Olson he uses a case made by Contico Manufacturing. Cheep website on this page http://www.contico.com/hard-bins.htm
The unit is made with wheels and handle. Size 37″ x 21″ x 20″. Bob, thanks for your input!
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