Scubapro Product Reviews and Ratings - Regulators - Scubapro MK17/X650 Regulator from Leisure Pro

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Brand: Scubapro

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The Mk17 First Stage Regulator is the perfect choice for the recreational diver who wants the advantage of a diaphragm first stage for use in temperate waters. Diaphragm-based first stages are environmentally sealed so that water cannot enter the inner mechanism.The Mk 17 also incorporates a Dry ambient pressure chamber, providing better performance in cold water than any other diaphragm regulator. Bearing in mind that regulators generate temperatures as low as minus 22°F due to the incredibly fast moving air and thepressure drop involved, it is imperative that sensitive moving metal parts avoid contact with extremely cold water or debris. Therefore, diaphragm first stages have been the favored choice of cold-water divers and those working in contaminated or muddy water. SCUBAPRO diaphragm first stages feature balanced technology and are packed with patented features resulting in ultra fast flow to the second stage on demand and a fantastic overall performance.

The MK17 first stage's streamline body is constructed of machined marine-grade chrome. The MK17 has a balanced diaphragm to offer you peace of mind with its smooth breathing mechanisms and maximum performance that don't diminish as your tank's air pressure changes. This first stage is available with a DIN or yoke configuration, making it ideal for divers around the globe. This first stage comes standard with the Thermal Insulating System (TIS), which keeps your first stage from freezing up and malfunctioning in cold water conditions. Additionally, its over-balanced diaphragm first stage design gives.

The X650 is an unparalleled regulator for all types of dives and divers. Its features and design prove why this regulator has a corner on the diving market. It has a straight coaxial valve, a wider exhaust valve than others regulators, and requires 20% less effort when exhaling. The secret to the X650 is SCUBAPRO's ingenious idea to put the diaphragm and exhaust valve below the regulator's mouthpiece to reduce the chances of the diver experiencing jaw fatigue.

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Review Snapshot®

Avg. Customer Rating:

4.6 stars

(based on 5 reviews)

100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:

Adjustable(5), Comfortable(5), Effortless breathing(3), Nitrox compatible(5)

Best Uses:

Cold water(4), Extreme depths(3), Warm water(4)

Describe Yourself:

Professional(3)

Best Reg !

By John

from Vancouver, WA on 11/16/2010

Pros:

Adjustable, Comfortable, Effortless Breathing, Nitrox Compatible

Cons:

Difficult Purging

Best Uses:

Cold Water, Extreme Depths, Warm Water

Describe Yourself:

Professional

Diving Type:

Drift Diving, Night Diving, Open Water Diving

Was this a gift?:

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Scubapro Scubapro MK17/X650 Regulator:

Very comfortable can dive and have in mouth for an hour with no discomfort or constant adjusting.

Hands down best reg !!

By John

from Vancouver, WA on 11/15/2010

Pros:

Adjustable, Comfortable, Effortless Breathing, Nitrox Compatible

Cons:

Difficult Purging

Best Uses:

Cold Water, Extreme Depths, Warm Water

Describe Yourself:

Professional

Diving Type:

Drift Diving, Night Diving, Open Water Diving

Was this a gift?:

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Scubapro Scubapro MK17/X650 Regulator:

Had this down to 103ft, dove it 55 minutes in water temp in the mid 40's it performed flawless, breathed easy and the thing that I never noticed throughout the dive is any discomfort or having to readjust the position of the regulator, very comfortable!! Hours of diving and never any discomfort or soreness, cant say that about the others that I have used??

Easy Breathing

By skdivers

from Severn, MD on 1/7/2010

Pros:

Adjustable, Comfortable, Effortless Breathing, Nitrox Compatible

Cons:

None

Best Uses:

all

Describe Yourself:

Professional

Diving Type:

All

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Scubapro Scubapro MK17/X650 Regulator:

Easy breathing req that works well
at all depths.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

if you are looking for air flow, take it

By acid_drops

from saudi arabia- jeddah on 10/23/2007

Pros:

Adjustable, Comfortable, Nitrox Compatible

Best Uses:

Cold Water, Professional, Recreation, Warm Water

Describe Yourself:

Advanced Diver, Beginner, Divemaster, Recreational Diver

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Scubapro Scubapro MK17/X650 Regulator:

i was amazed with the airflow of this mix of1st stage and 2nd stage, the only problem is the overflow at the surface if you adjusted the 2nd stage maximum air flow.

good one, try it...

[5 of 5 customers found this review helpful]

Great Combo

By chuck

from Fort Hood, TX on 4/23/2007

Pros:

Adjustable, Comfortable, Nitrox Compatible

Best Uses:

Cold Water, Extreme Depths, Professional, Recreation, Warm Water

Describe Yourself:

Advanced Diver, Beginner

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Scubapro Scubapro MK17/X650 Regulator:

A great combo for Colder waters and dirty water. The sealed design of the Stage one keeps it going in murky waters. The Second stage allows maximum air flow at all depths. The Second Stage does not purge into your mouth, so you don't have to worry about a mouthful of water or forceful air in the mouth if you use the purge. The only drawbacks are the purge is a little stiff and if you have it adjusted for maximum air flow, you will get a free flowing regulator at the surface if you don't put it on the surface settings before letting it out of your mouth on the surface. A great all around Regulator. I love it and don't have any plans to change.

Customer Reviews about the Scubapro MK17/X650 Regulator at Leisure Pro