Hose Repair Kits
WARNING
For use with low-pressure (typically {250 psi | 17 bar} service) regulator and inflation hoses only; not suitable for high-pressure service.
Make Your Own Custom Length LP or BC Hose
While hose repair kits are intended to “repair” a broken hose, we have found a better use for them – to make custom length low pressure hoses. In a rebreather or technical dive configuration, proper hose routing is critical. Since everyone’s body type is different, standard-length hoses might not be suitable to ensure a streamlined and tidy hose route. The Omni Swivel hose repair kit allows the diver to trim a standard rubber or flex hose to the appropriate length, and then replace the threaded end to create a custom-fit hose.
Start with a standard low-pressure regulator or inflation hose that is a longer than you need. Using a sharp cutting tool like a box cutter or single edge razor blade, cut the male 3/8-inch fitting off the first stage end of the hose. Practice making the cut as perpendicular and even as possible. Then make another cut as perpendicular and even as possible, trimming the length of the hose slightly shorter (about ¼ inch | 0.5 cm) than you require for the finished hose. Finally attach a one of our Male 3/8-inch Hose Repair Fittings ends to the hose.
