Pneumatically Balanced Valve.
The pneumatically balanced second stage reduces breathing resistance to
near zero with a balanced valve seat designed to respond to the
slightest inhalation.
A
pneumatically balanced second stage actually has (or can have) the
same initial crack opening effort as a mechanically balanced, but the
spring force of a pneumatically balanced second stage is lighter so
it’s spring rate is also lower. Therefore the force required to open
the valve farther as flow increases is less than that required for a
mechanically balanced second stage with a higher rate spring. So the
total effort to breathe the pneumatically balanced second stage is
indeed less.
The spring force must be just enough to overcome the
difference between downstream air pressure and upstream balance chamber
pressure.
The downstream air travels through a hole in the
poppet into the balance chamber and applies an "upstream" force just
slightly less than the downstream force.
Ergonomic A.V.S. (Adjustable Venturi System) Dive/Pre-Dive Switch.
Designed to be unobtrusive, yet easily manipulated even with the
thickest gloves, the A.V.S. deflector vane found in the NEO either
diverts airflow from the valve to the mouthpiece, producing effortless
venturi-assisted inhalation or creates enough resistance to prevent free
flow on the surface.
Computer Optimized Design.
The NEO was designed using the latest 3-D computer modeling
techniques. This allows us the ability to model and test performance
while still in the early stages of development. The NEO’s unique valve,
deflector vane and housing design directs airflow from the valve
directly to the mouthpiece, producing nearly effortless venturi-assisted
inhalation.
Patented Orthodontic Mouthpiece with High-Density Bite Tabs.
To further reduce jaw fatigue, the NEO features a patented Orthodontic
Mouthpiece, designed to accommodate the natural overbite of the human
jaw.
Nitrox Compatible.
The NEO/ CDX5 is classified as being suitable for use with Nitrox
breathing gas mixtures containing up to 40% oxygen by volume without the
need for special preparation, cleaning or component parts.
Over-Balanced Diaphragm First Stage
Forged from marine-grade brass, the CDX5 features optimized air paths
and angled hose ports for superior performance and comfort. A sealed
Balanced Diaphragm design, Enviro Kit and optional patented DVT TM (Dry
Valve Technology) isolate all internal components from the environment.
2 high pressure and 4 low pressure ports allow convenient and
comfortable hose routing.
DVT (Dry Valve Technology)
Ever wonder why they call it a "dust cap" and not a water cap? Most
dust caps are not designed to keep water from entering your first stage.
Regardless of how carefully you may maintain your regulator, water
entry is a much more common problem than most divers realize.
DVT is a revolutionary regulator technology designed
to automatically eliminate moisture and contaminants from entering your
first stage, even if the dust cap is accidentally left off. DVT
eliminates corrosion of critical internal components, bacteria, hose
deterioration, and damaged gauges and computers.
