Mares SXS Octopus
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Quick Facts About Mares SXS Octopus
- Compact SXS alternate second stage
- Technopolymer construction
- VAD with a curved bypass tube
- Right- or left-side hose configuration
- Lateral exhaust tube
- Superflex hose
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Routing choice
A compact alternate with either-side configuration
The SXS combines a small technopolymer body with right- or left-side hose capability. Its lateral exhaust arrangement is another detail to assess in your setup.
A small second stage with flexible hose orientation
The Mares SXS Octopus uses a technopolymer body, a curved bypass tube and Vortex Assisted Design. The source describes a design that can be configured for a hose arriving from either side.
Who this suits
It is worth considering when the physical size and hose routing of an alternate second stage matter to your regulator arrangement. SXS stands for Second eXtra Small in the product description. The size emphasis should be considered alongside how you stow and deploy the alternate in your trained configuration.
Airflow and exhaust layout
The curved bypass is part of the VAD airflow arrangement. A lateral exhaust tube is another distinctive design element, along with a soft purge control. These are mechanism and layout details to compare without assuming a universal breathing-effort advantage from the compact size.
Right or left configuration
The listed design supports either side for the hose. Follow the current Mares configuration instructions and the service requirements for the regulator rather than guessing at an internal conversion procedure. The selected listing also identifies a Superflex hose.
Package and compatibility
This is an SXS alternate second stage, not a full SXS first-stage set. Match the exact compatible configuration with the rest of your regulator equipment. The compact technopolymer construction and routing choice are the main reasons to investigate it.
What divers ask about the Mares SXS Octopus before buying
Can the hose be configured on either side?
The source lists right- or left-side use.
Follow Mares’ current instructions and applicable service requirements for the configuration.
What is the housing made from?
The body is described as technopolymer.
VAD and a curved bypass tube form the listed airflow arrangement.
Which hose is named?
A Superflex hose is listed.
The purchase is an alternate second stage rather than a complete first-stage regulator set.
Specifications for Mares SXS Octopus
- Selected source version
- Mares SXS Octopus
- Housing
- Technopolymer
- Airflow design
- VAD with curved bypass tube
- Hose routing
- Right or left side configuration
- Exhaust
- Lateral exhaust tube
- Hose
- Superflex
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