Regulators

Scuba Diving Regulators Buying Guide

The keystone of the diving experience, the scuba regulator is the interface between man and tank that supplies the diver with air at ambient pressure. The first stage of a regulator attaches directly to the tank, reducing the pressure of the air leaving the tank by a preset amount. The second stage reduces the pressure yet again, bringing it down to ambient pressure, where you'll be able to breathe air comfortably.

There are a number of options for both stages, including ports for pressure gauges, low pressure inflator hoses, and dry suit hoses. You can also choose whether or not the first stage of the regulator is balanced or unbalanced - the advantage of a balanced first stage is that it allows you to breathe just as easily at low tank pressures, or at depths of up to 90ft. With multiple options for adjustment knobs, air flow dials, and the like, you'll always be able to alter the regulator's flow rate to compensate for any changes in depth.

All Scuba.com equipment is fully assembled by factory-trained, certified scuba instructors before you receive it. With Scuba.com, all you need to do is add air and water.