About Thunderbird 63 cu. ft Aluminum Tank with Pro Valve
The Thunderbird Aluminum SCUBA tanks are durable, reliable, and visually appealing. The tank is manufactured from the industry standard lightweight, high-strength aluminum 6061-T6 alloy. Great size for primary youth cylinder or instructional pool cylinder, the 63 cubic foot has an ample air capacity and is compact in comparison to a full 80 cylinder.
The 63 cubic foot bottle has a 3000 psi (207 bar) service pressure rating, a capacity of 61 cu. ft. (8.7 liters), is negative 2.3 lbs. (1.0 kg) when full and is positive 0.6 lbs. (0.7 kg) at 500 psi (35 bars). Cylinder weighs 27.2 lbs. (12.3 kg) when empty, and measures (Dia. x L) 7.25" x 21.9" (184mm x 556mm). Aluminum cylinders unlike steel cylinders don't rust, they oxidize. The oxidization of aluminum forms a protective coat that hinders the continuation of corrosion making aluminum cylinders less likely to be condemned due to excessive corrosion. When shipped the tanks valves will be removed and the tank will require re-inspection before being filled.
Note:
All Thunderbird Aluminum cylinders are nitrox ready up to 40% and meet certificated specifications of the US Department of Transportation (DOT) with DOT-3AL specification and Transport Canada Safety and Security (TC) with TC-3ALM specifications. Purchasers should check with other country requirements to know if the cylinders are certified for use in that country.
Thunderbird's Valves are designed and manufactured for long life and heavy use. The Thermo by Thunderbird Pro Valve is no exception. Valve is made of marine grade brass with triple bright chrome plating for long life protection in salt water. Precision machined from high tension brass and chrome plated valve stems for years of service and corrosion free operation. The high-pressure seat is nylon. The Pro Valve will accommodate both Yoke and DIN regulators with its removable 230 bar (3,336 psi) DIN insert which can be removed using a 1/4" hex key wrench.
Easy grip soft rubber hand wheel with stainless steel insert ensures long life and large ribs make turning handle easy even when wearing gloves. Valve bonnets are copper crush washer sealed. Valve is equipped with a one-piece safety plug, has a 5/32" hex wrench dip tube for positive retention and 3/4" x 14 NPSM inlet threads which fit nearly all DOT aluminum and modern steel cylinders. All this and more makes this the valve of choice for the serious diver. The valve has a 3000 (200 bars) service pressure. Valve is Nitrox compatible up to 40%.
Warranty Information
This product has a limited lifetime warranty.
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Thunderbird 63 cu. ft Aluminum Tank with Pro Valve Features
- Thunderbird 63 Cubic Foot Aluminum Tank Features
- Nitrox Ready Up to 40%
- Great Size for Young or Small Diver Primary Tank
- Thread Size: 0.750-14 NPSM
- Industry Standard Lightweight, High-Strength Aluminum 6061-T6 Alloy
- Won't Rust Like Steel Cylinders
- Working Pressure: 3000 psi (207 bar)
- Dimensions: (Dia. x L) 7.25" x 21.9" (184mm x 556mm)
- Buoyancy: Negative 2.3 lbs. (1.0 kg) Full & Positive 0.6 lbs. (0.7 kg) at 500 psi (35 bars)
- Weight (empty): 27.2 lbs. (12.3 kg)
- Capacity: 61 cu. ft. (8.7 liters)
- Note:
All Thunderbird Cylinders Meet Certificated Specifications of the US Department of Transportation (DOT) with DOT-3AL
Meet Specification of the Transport Canada Safety and Security (TC) with TC-3ALM - Valve: Thermo by Thunderbird DIN/Yoke Pro 3000 PSI EANX Features
- Convertible K-Valve
- 3/4" x 14 NPSM-Inlet
- HP Seat Teflon Coated
- Hex Wrench 5/32" Tighten Dip Tube
- Chromed Valve Stem
- Easy Grip Rubber Hand-Wheel
- Marine Grade Brass Triple Chromed Valve Body
- Nylon HP Seat Material
- Accommodate Both Yoke & DIN Regulators
- Removable 230 bar (3,336 psi) DIN Insert, Removed Using 1/4" Hex Key Wrench