D. Exploration Manifold w/ Isolator

MX Rebreather - Exploration Manifold w/ Isolator

The diluent/bailout tanks are manifold together in a standard UTD/DIR configuration in order to give the diver access to gas in both cylinders from either post, and to facilitate dual redundant first stages. This allows divers to isolate the cylinders to preserve gas in the event of a tank or manifold failure.

In the Exploration Configuration a single isolator is generally sufficient, as the gas in only one cylinder should be enough to exit or directly ascend on the rebreather. In the event of a manifold failure during an OC bailout, the teammate is also carrying full bailout tanks, which may also be used via the donate-able long hose to travel to the next available OC gas source. Remember, with a manifold failure one cylinder’s gas will be lost.

In the Expedition Configuration, generally used in overhead environments, dual isolation is preferred, as the gas in both cylinders must be reserved to exit safely to the next available OC gas source, as direct ascent is not an option. Generally speaking, the Exploration Unit is used in open water and technical/trimix environments and the Expedition Units are used in cave or overhead expeditions. 

The manifold with Isolator/s is also designed to adjust to accommodate any size supply cylinders from 40’s/6L - 130’s/18L. It is also designed to work with the Exploration Rebreather Bands in that they push the tanks apart to accommodate the CO2 Canister.