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Description
Description
The Atomic Aquatics Z3 Regulator combines a compact design with consistent, smooth breathing for scuba and diving applications. Built for saltwater use, it uses chrome-plated brass, 316 stainless steel, and titanium components with zirconium plating to resist corrosion in harsh underwater environments. The Z3 is Nitrox-ready for non-dedicated EAN use with mixtures up to 40%, and the yoke-version shell packs performance into a practical 2.6-pound package for easy field handling.
Practical design choices support ease of breathing, reliability, and care during dives. A soft overmolded Rapid Adjustment Knob provides quick manual tuning, an elliptical exhaust valve reduces exhalation effort, and the dual-silicone comfort mouthpiece supports long-duration comfort. An optional factory-sealed version helps protect against silt and sand contamination, while the Z3 hose uses a Brass Atomic Aquatics Comfort Swivel with Black PVD coating for smooth movement and a dual-material second-stage cover for durability in rugged gear setups.
Features
Features
- Comfort Swivel: Patented 30° rotational movement prevents binding or kinking in the second stage, reducing fatigue during extended underwater sessions.
- Automatic Flow Control (AFC): Venturi-based airfoil and depth-responsive diaphragm optimize breathing and minimize manual tuning for scuba and diving scenarios.
- Jet Seat Piston: Blunt-end design with precision-machined seats delivers reliable performance with low wear over time and fewer service intervals.
- Materials & Build: Chrome-plated brass, 316 stainless steel, titanium components, and zirconium plating for corrosion resistance in saltwater environments.
- Nitrox Ready: Approved for non-dedicated EAN use with mixtures up to 40%, suitable for a range of diving gear configurations.
- Ports & Breathing: 2 high-pressure fixed ports and 7 low-pressure ports on fixed cap; pneumatically-balanced poppet and high-flow design for easy breathing at all depths.
- Ergonomics & Sealing: Soft overmolded Rapid Adjustment Knob, elliptical exhaust valve to reduce exhalation effort, and dual silicone comfort mouthpiece for long-duration comfort.
- Flexibility & Care: Optional factory-sealed version to prevent contamination from silt and sand; Z3 hose features a Brass Atomic Aquatics Comfort Swivel with Black PVD coating and a dual-material second-stage cover.
- Color & Configuration: Z3 may be customized with an optional color kit for personalized styling.
Specifications
Specifications
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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.
