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Description
Description
The Oceanic Alpha 8 Sport Yoke Regulator Set delivers professional performance at an accessible price for scuba diving gear. Built for reliable breathing and durable use, this regulator combines thoughtful design with practical value for divers seeking a robust, entry-level package.
Key features support dependable operation across diving scenarios, including Nitrox compatibility to 40%, a compact front profile, and a lightweight build ideal for travel. Designed to perform to the U.S. Navy’s Class A standards at 198 feet, the Alpha 8 Sport emphasizes ease of maintenance and long-term serviceability in the field. This regulator set is crafted for regular use in diving environments and pairs well with other scuba gear.
Features
Features
- Demand Valve for precise air delivery and quick response under water
- Balancing System for stable airflow and predictable inhalation effort
- Integrated Purge Button for easy clearing of the second stage
- Orthodontic Mouthpiece designed for comfortable fit and seal
- Nitrox Compatibility to 40% supports mixed-gas diving
- Weight (without hose): 6 ounces for a compact, lightweight profile
- Dimensions (front profile): 2.9 inches for a slim, scalable setup
- Minimum Cracking Effort enables light inhalation
- 1.1 CIW* as a performance metric
- Factory Set Inhalation Effort 1.2—1.4 CIW* for tuned breathing under load
- The best price-to-performance ratio in its class
- Designed to perform to the U.S. Navy’s Class A standards at 198 feet for demanding depth performance
- Inexpensive to maintain for routine servicing and long-term use
- Limited Lifetime Warranty and Limited Lifetime Service Agreement
- 30-Day Satisfaction Guarantee for confidence in scuba gear
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WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often does a scuba regulator need servicing?
Follow the interval in your regulator's manual, since manufacturers commonly specify an annual inspection or a set number of dives and many warranties depend on it. A regulator is life-support equipment, so service belongs with a factory-trained technician rather than being attempted at home. Have it looked at sooner than scheduled if you notice increased breathing effort, free-flow, bubbles, or water in the second stage.
How do I rinse and care for a regulator after diving?
Make sure the dust cap is dry and firmly seated over the first-stage inlet before the regulator goes anywhere near water, because water inside the first stage is the leading cause of internal corrosion. Rinse in fresh water without pressing the purge button, since purging while depressurized can draw water back into the second stage. Shake out the water and hang it to dry with the hoses in wide, gentle loops rather than tight bends.
Can I fly with a scuba regulator?
Regulators travel well and are usually best carried in hand luggage where they will not be crushed or lost. A regulator holds no gas of its own, so there is nothing inherently problematic about it on an aircraft, though the airline and security screeners always have the final say. Pack it dry with the dust cap in place, in a padded regulator bag or wrapped in soft gear.
Can I use my regulator with nitrox?
Many modern regulators are supplied as suitable for nitrox mixes up to 40 percent oxygen, which is the widely used recreational industry standard, while anything above that requires dedicated oxygen-clean equipment and procedures. Confirm what your specific regulator's manual states, and follow your nitrox training and your fill station's requirements. Never assume a regulator is oxygen-service clean simply because it looks clean or is new.
What is the difference between DIN and yoke regulators?
A yoke (A-clamp) fitting clamps over the tank valve and is the most common connection across much of the recreational world, while a DIN fitting screws into the valve and is standard in much of Europe and in technical diving. DIN captures the o-ring inside the threads, which many divers consider more secure, but yoke is often what rental cylinders provide. Adapters exist in both directions, so check what is used where you dive before deciding.
What is the octopus regulator for?
The octopus is your backup second stage, carried so you can share air with a buddy who is out of gas, or breathe from it yourself if your primary fails or free-flows. It is normally on a longer, brightly colored hose so it is easy to find and hand over under stress. Secure it in the triangle between your chin and the bottom of your rib cage so it is instantly accessible and not dragging through sand or coral.
How should I store a regulator between dive trips?
Store it fully dry, out of sunlight, with the dust cap in place and the hoses in wide loops rather than tightly coiled. Avoid hanging it by the second stages for long periods, which stresses the hose fittings; laying it flat in a padded bag or hanging it by the first stage is kinder. If it has sat unused for a long stretch, have it checked before your next trip rather than assuming it is ready to dive.
