What makes up the Aqualung?
Cylinder, harness and regulator
Steel cylinder features (2)
Strong material, smaller
Aluminium cylinder features (2)
Resistant to erosion, larger
Which cylinder is more buoyant steel or alum.?
Aluminium due to thicker walls as it displaces more water
How often should a cylinder undergo Hydrostatic testing?
Every 5 years
How often does a cylinder require a periodic inspection?
Every 2.5 years
What are spare air cylinders?
Trade name of 0.5L capacity cylinders unsuited to providing an adequate safety margin.
Minimum SMB buoyancy?
10kg