Description
26XR First Stage (DIN) by Mares
Mares 26XR First Stage (DIN): The Ultimate Tech Diving Engine!
The Mares 26XR is the ultimate first stage for the demanding technical diver. Engineered for uncompromising performance, especially in extreme cold water, this polished chrome powerhouse is incredibly versatile, making it the perfect foundation for your backmount, sidemount, or stage regulator configurations.
Sealed and Ready for the Coldest Dives
The 26XR is built to perform flawlessly when the temperature drops.
- Auto Sealing Technology (AST): The moment you remove the regulator from the tank, the AST automatically seals the first stage inlet, keeping water and contaminants out of the internal mechanism. This patented system dramatically increases reliability without compromise.
- TBP Dry Kit: The internal mechanism is environmentally sealed using Mares' TBP Dry Kit. This provides exceptional protection against freezing, ensuring consistent performance even in the most demanding cold-water environments.
Optimized for Perfect Hose Routing and Gas Flow
Every detail of the 26XR is designed for the technical diver.
- Natural DFC: Mares' Natural Dynamic Flow Control (DFC) is present on all low-pressure ports. This is a fantastic feature that minimizes intermediate pressure drop during inhalation, providing a stable and high flow of gas to your second stages, regardless of depth or tank pressure.
- Perfect Hose Routing: It features four radial and one vertical low-pressure port, along with two symmetrically pre-oriented high-pressure ports. This allows for optimal hose and/or transmitter positioning for any configuration—backmount, sidemount, or stage—keeping your rig clean and streamlined.
This DIN first stage is rated for 300 BAR service and is certified for use with the Mares HR Second Stage.
Get the first stage that's engineered for versatility, reliability, and extreme performance! Order your Mares 26XR First Stage today!
Features
- Auto Sealing Technology (AST): Automatically seals the first stage inlet when not attached to a cylinder, keeping the internal mechanism dry and free of contaminants for ultimate reliability.
- TBP Dry Kit: An environmental seal provides exceptional performance and freeze resistance in extreme cold water conditions.
- Natural DFC on ALL LP Ports: Minimizes intermediate pressure drop, ensuring stable and high gas flow to all connected second stages and inflators.
- Optimized Port Configuration: Symmetrical HP ports and 5 LP ports (including one vertical) allow for ideal hose and transmitter routing in backmount, sidemount, or stage configurations.
- Extreme Cold Water Use: Specifically designed and tested for reliable performance in near-freezing water.
- Durable Construction: Features a robust metal body with a polished chrome finish.
Specs
- Brand: Mares
- Model: 26XR First Stage
- Type: First Stage Regulator (Balanced Diaphragm - inferred)
- Connection: G5/8 DIN (300 BAR) - (M26 Nitrox connection also referenced, confirm if variant)
- High Pressure Ports: 2 x 7/16” UNF (Symmetrical, pre-oriented)
- Low Pressure Ports: 5 x 3/8” UNF (4 radial, 1 vertical), All with Natural DFC
- Weight (DIN): 24 oz / 683 g
- Material: Metal Body
- Finish: Polished Pearl Chrome
- Cold Water Rated: Yes (Extreme, with TBP Dry Kit)
- Oxygen Compatibility: Tested with Oxygen (Verify max % if possible)
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