Atomic Aquatics SS1 Safe Second BCD Inflator

Atomic Aquatics SS1 Safe Second BCD Inflator

Combine BCD inflation and an alternate breathing source with the Atomic SS1. The integrated design reduces the need for a separate hanging octopus, while oversized controls help you identify the inflation and deflation buttons on a compatible BCD.

Features and benefits

• Combined breathing and inflation. The SS1 brings an alternate second stage and BCD power inflator into one unit, reducing the number of separate hoses in the setup.
• Stainless steel components. This stainless steel version uses corrosion-resistant metal parts in key areas of the mechanism.
• Adapter-based BCD fit. The supplied adapter system supports fitting to a range of BCD corrugated hoses. Confirm the actual BCD and connection before installation.
• Seat-saving design. When the regulator is depressurised, the dynamic orifice lifts away from the low-pressure seat. This reduces prolonged loading on the seat during storage.
• Accessible buoyancy controls. Inflation and deflation controls remain together at the BCD inflator position for familiar handling.
• Detachable connection. The connection system lets the unit be separated for transport and care as directed in the manual.

Setup and compatibility

Connection: High-flow low-pressure quick disconnect. Match the supplied low-pressure hose and BCD adaptor to the unit. BCD connection and hose compatibility must be checked before fitting. Use the alternate-air procedure appropriate to this combined inflator and your training.

Practise the air-sharing procedure for a combined inflator and alternate regulator with your instructor. The short BCD-hose position changes how the unit is used compared with a conventional octopus.

Care, rinsing and storage

After each dive, connect the assembled regulator to a scuba cylinder and open the valve to pressurise the system. Keep it pressurised while fully submerging the first stage, second stages, the attached alternate-air inflator and connected supply hoses in fresh water. This allows thorough cleaning of the exposed components and hoses while helping prevent water entering the internal air passages, where it can cause corrosion and damage. Keep the cylinder secure throughout cleaning.

For routine cleaning, Dive Gear Australia recommends Cressi Neoclean Wetsuit Wash Neoprene Cleaner 500 mL or Revivex Wetsuit Shampoo 10 oz to help remove salt, chlorine and everyday residue. Dilute according to the cleaner’s label, then rinse thoroughly with fresh water.

Keep the regulator pressurised throughout washing and rinsing. Lift it out of the water and dry the first stage and cylinder connection before closing the cylinder valve, releasing the pressure and disconnecting. Fit the clean, dry dust cap, then allow the regulator to dry in the shade. Store it with the hoses loosely curved, without sharp bends or tension.

Follow the BCD manual separately for cleaning its bladder and corrugated hose. Before each dive, inspect the mouthpiece, hoses and connections, and check both breathing and inflation controls. Have your regulator serviced by an authorised Atomic Aquatics technician at the interval specified in its manual, or sooner if it leaks, is damaged or its breathing performance changes. Leave internal adjustments and repairs to a qualified technician.