Tusa Platina Hyperdry II Scuba Diving Snorkel
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Description
Description
The SP-170 Platina II Hyperdry snorkel is TUSA’s premier semi-dry snorkel, designed for divers who value reliable performance during scuba and underwater exploration. It combines style with a feature-rich design to support comfortable, distraction-free breathing while floating or swimming face-down in the water.
At the heart of the Platina II is the Hyperdry System, which helps keep the main tube dry by ejecting water through an independent escape pipe. The angled pipe, in conjunction with surface water dynamics, guides incoming water out of the snorkel for a smoother breath at the surface.
Additional features include a High Flow Purge with a large diameter purge valve for quick clearing, an Ortho-consciously designed mouthpiece for a comfortable fit, and a Crystal silicone flexible neck that adapts to facial contours. The snorkel also offers a Detachable two-section swivel adapter for free movement and a Three-dimensional pipe curve that promotes an optimal angle for snorkeling.
Available in multiple color and silicone neck options to suit different preferences, the Platina II Hyperdry supports both scuba and diving activities. Color options include Black, Bougainvillea Pink, Cobalt Blue, Fishtail Blue, Flash Yellow, Hibiscus Red, Light Blue, Oceanican Green, Translucent, Pearlescent Pink, Purple Quartz, Siesta Green, and White, with additional Black Silicone (QB-series) and Indigo Silicone (QID-ID) variants.
Features
Features
- Hyperdry system with three current rectifying plates helps eject water and keep the tube dry.
- High Flow Purge with a large-diameter purge valve for quick clearing and reduced gurgle.
- Ortho-consciously designed mouthpiece for an ergonomic, comfortable bite and seal.
- Crystal silicone flexible neck for soft, responsive fit against the jawline.
- Detachable two-section swivel adapter provides freedom of movement and easy orientation.
- Three-dimensional pipe curve promotes the ideal snorkeling angle for natural head position.
Specifications
Specifications
The Comfort Swivel adapter makes it possible to slip the mask strap into the slit with no hassles. The two-part construction allows the snorkel to rotate and can be attached in a horizontal position.
The High Flow Purge design used on TUSA snorkels offers a covered large diameter purge valve for simple, quick clearing, reducing the amount of water remaining in the mouthpiece in an instant.
The Hyperdry System keeps the main pipe dry by ejecting water through an independent escape pipe. This unique design utilizes the angle of the snorkel pipe and the resistance of the water surface to eject water.
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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
What is the difference between a dry, semi-dry, and classic snorkel?
A classic open-top snorkel is a simple tube, the most reliable design, but it takes on water when a wave passes or you duck under. A semi-dry snorkel adds a splash guard at the top that deflects surface chop, though it still floods if fully submerged. A dry snorkel adds a float-operated valve that closes the top when submerged and keeps the tube mostly dry, at the cost of more moving parts and a little extra bulk and buoyancy.
What does a purge valve on a snorkel do?
A purge valve is a one-way valve in a sump below the mouthpiece that lets water you blow out drain away instead of sitting in the tube. It makes clearing easier, since a short sharp breath clears the snorkel with much less effort. The tradeoff is one more part that can foul with sand or grit, so rinse it and check that it seats cleanly.
How do I attach a snorkel to my mask?
Snorkels attach on the left side of the mask with a keeper that grips the mask strap, leaving your right side clear for the regulator hose. Position it so the mouthpiece reaches your mouth with the tube running alongside your head, without twisting the strap or pulling the mask skirt off its seal. Many keepers are quick-release, so you can remove the snorkel without disassembling the mask.
Do scuba divers need a snorkel?
It depends on your training agency, the dive operation, and the diving you do, since some courses and operators require one. A snorkel lets you breathe at the surface without using tank gas, which matters on a long surface swim or in chop while waiting for the boat. Follow your instructor's or operator's requirements, and consider a folding snorkel if you want one stowed rather than on your mask.
What size or shape of snorkel should I choose?
A snorkel that is too long or too wide increases the volume of air you rebreathe and makes clearing harder, which is why recreational snorkels cluster around similar lengths and bore sizes. A flexible lower section lets the mouthpiece drop away from your face while you are breathing from the regulator. Mouthpiece comfort matters more than any other feature, so pick one you can hold without jaw fatigue.
How do I care for a snorkel?
Rinse the tube, mouthpiece, and purge valve in fresh water after each dive day, then let it drain and dry fully, because standing salt water in the sump grows mold. Check the mouthpiece for splits and the purge valve for trapped grit, both of which are inexpensive to replace. Store it out of direct sun so the silicone stays soft and clear.
