When I found that parts to repair my old octopus second stage were no longer available, I purchased an Alpha 8 octopus for my system. I am using it, at present, while diving at Grand Cayman Island. I have found, by using it as my primary, that it is a very easy breathing second stage. I highly recommend the Alpha 8 second stage as both a primary, and octopus second stage.
Can't Ask for much more!
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Robert S.
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Houston, TX, US
I bought this as my Octo and it serves the purpose perfectly. I just went through my cert and I was the only one with my own gear. This reg had a different flow to it. I'm sure that was due to it being new but still great product and excited to have it as my back up.
Alpha 8 Octopus: With a bright yellow 36" (91.4 cm) LP hose and matching cover, the Alpha 8 Second Stage is a highly visible octopus (alternate second stage) that is easy on the budget.
The Alpha 8's super sturdy ABS/polycarbonate housing weighs just 6 oz. (170 g) and measures 2.9" (7 4 cm) in diameter. The lightweight design and anatomical mouthpiece translate into a second stage that won't cause jaw fatigue. The Alpha 8 Second Stage is a dependable downstream demand valve design. The Alpha 8 can be used with air or Nitrox mixtures up to 40% right out-of-the-box.
This product can only be shipped to U.S. addresses.
This product can expose you to chemicals including Nickel, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Elias G
Can you pair this with a Oceanic Alpha 10 SPX?
JOE S
YES. it will work great as an Octo for the Alpha 10
Scott M
I have been out of the water since 2010,yet scuba is still with me.. The ? that I have is: as of lately I was medical told that I have to take cumoden to help control my blood clots. I have only used nitrox to dive if you were deemed to have the same thing that I have would you still dive????
Scott M
THANX FOR YOUR WILLINGNESS TO ANSWER ME,I DO TAKE MAGNESIME TO HELP WITH MY BLOOD CLOTTING TOO,THANX AGAIN!!!!
ANNA M
I'm with Monica. And if your physician doesn't feel qualified find one that specializes in sports medicine. They will know the answer.
GARY M
I do have the alpha 8 octopus and am a factor 5 clotter, I have taken warfarin for the last 18-20 years, 3 years ago I took up scuba, just logged my 28th dive last week in Roatan, my Doctor is fine with diving, does not like my hockey playing or riding the Harley without a helmet, be smart, dive safe and welcome back to the tribe!
Monica s
I would suggest you consult a doctor who can approve your condition to dive.
Shopper
Will this reg hook to a oceanic zeta 1 st stage and work well with it?
BRETT H
I think most of the thread sizes on these are standardized.
RON B
This Octo works with most modern 1st stages. This is a nice octo and I like the yellow hose as it stands out. Good backup at a bargain price.
STEPHEN S
I dive this octo all the time. Works great. Zeta 1st stage??? Thought the Zeta was a 2nd Stage paired with a CDX 1st stage if I remember correctly. I have this octo on my CDX and had the Alpha 7 on the SP. I don't foresee a problem hooking this up to any first stage with standard regulator port sizes and intermediate pressure withing the standard range. If you're not doing super deep dives, this is a fine choice.
Shopper
Is the max flex braided hose yellow or black?
MARCUS D
The braided hose on mine is yellow, to help signify that it is the octopus. Please keep in mind that I purchased mine back in 2009. May have changed since then but most likely not.
PRESTON P
It should be yellow. It should also be a 36" for an octo. But they sent me a 30" black. As such, the braided hose sits uselessly in my gear bag for the day I need a new one.
GARRETT P
My hose is yellow, but it is not braided. I bought mine before the change, but I can say it works great. Well worth the money.
ANN H
Yellow
Shopper
Can this Octo be used in deep dives (100+ feet)?
LeisurePro S
Oceanic regulators are CE certified to a maximum operating depth of 50 M (165 FT).
