Decompression models buhlmann zhl 16c with gf standard vpmb upgrade option buhlmann zhl 16c with gf standard. Using this program you can make calculations for all mixtures air, nitrox, trimix. The petrel 2 from shearwater research is a full decompression dive computer incorporating the buhlmann zhl 16c algorithm, with user configurable gradient factors gf. Running the same software technical divers have come to trust on both the x1 and the dr5 dive computers, the multideco platform offers the options of vplanner with either vpmb and be or buhlmann zhl 16c with gradient factors. The seac action is a wristmount diving computers for scuba and freediving. In your account, click on the files tab to reach your download link. Hi all, im playing with various dive planner software packages to see which one i might use. Recently used in dive computers with high performance processor units, is it more flexible especially in tech dives compared to the zhl16c. Thisallows to plane tech dives with plain buhlmann or gradient factor decompression models, oc tanks and cc rebreather modes, checking gas volumes and security factors. The deco profiles will start deeper than traditional models and account for micro bubble growth and keep overall. The petrel firmware was branched from the predator v45 firmware, and will be very. Ultimate planner is a decompression planning software program incorporating both varying permeability model with boyles law compensation vpmb and buhlmanns published zhl 16b and zhl 16c, along with zhl16d based on his recommendations with erik bakers gradient factors for oc and ccr dives.
Petrel vs predator shearwater research rugged dive. Multideco presents various decompression models in one app. Calculate and plan multilevel, multigas decompression dives, using buhlmann zhl 16c with gradient factors. Multideco dive decompression planning software multideco is a decompression program that uses the varying permeability model vpmb and the buhlmann zhl 16 for decompression profiles. The tech dive planner uses noaa and other industry standard calculations to provide best mix at planned depth, ata at planned depth with provided mix, and estimated gas required to perform a square dive profile with time and sac figured in. Both are excellent dive computers but, in our opinion, theres a clear distinction to be made between them. Vplanner is a decompression program that uses the varying permeability model vpmb for decompression profiles. The teric includes opencircuit and closedcircuit air, nitrox and trimix multigas functionality along with a threeaxis tiltcompensated digital compass. Seac action dive computer coral dive store store for. Many technical divers utilize this software to generate extremely complex dive plans. The teric from shearwater research of canada is a full technical dive computer with recreational divers in mind. Leisure pro carries a great selection of freediving watches, freediving computers, and other freediving gear for both beginner and intermediate divers. The giottos wrist dive computer is one of the best diving computers on the market for a lot of reasons including its high def screen offering excellent readability with the display of larger digits. Using this program you can make calculations for all mixtures air, nitrox, trimix, heliox and also for opened and closed circuit rebreather.
The vpmb decompression model is well suited to todays technical diving. Shearwater research perdix dive computer benthic scuba. Depending on the model, the user will have more or fewer adjustment capabilities. Depth gauge and stopwatch for managing your dive profile independently. You can share dive plans with others, and more importantly, you can script dive plans, to generate profiles difficult or cumbersome to generate manually. Dive planner yes yes units metric or imperial metric or imperial buttons 2 piezoelectric buttons 2 piezoelectric buttons summary. Vplanner presents the vpm decompression model and includes both vpmb and vpmbe model versions. The perdix from shearwater research of canada is a full decompression dive computer incorporating the buhlmann zhl 16c decompression algorithm, with user configurable gradient factors gf. Ive noticed that both vplanner and baltic give much longer dive times for the same.
For most of its dive computers, mares, similar to cressi and suunto, uses the rgbm algorithm, which is pretty conservative. The software includes a complete dive log manager, compatible with both ms windows and mac os x. An optional pin upgrade to the varying permeability model vpm. The petrel firmware was branched from the predator v45 firmware, and will be very familiar to users of. Ppo2 monitoring from 3 oxygen sensors, stack time supervision of scrubber and buhlmann zhl 16c deco algorithm.
I currently use suunto dm3 and an old vytek computer. For example i use gf4585 for 45 meters profiles and a gf9090 as bailout. The petrel incorporates all features of the predator, plus includes new hardware and software features. V planner is a decompression program that uses the varying permeability model for decompression profiles. Calculates open circuit and closed circuit rebreather ccr plans for scuba diving, including gas consumption, gas density, bailout plans, ppo2 partial pressure of oxygen and end equivalent narcotic depth. Planning methods include both oc and closed circuit rebreather. The diver can specify any combination of nitrox or trimix, and as many deco gases as required.
The shearwater teric dive computer is an advanced dive computer that doubles as an attractive timepiece. Regular firmware updates ensure the latest features. Suitable for recreational, mixed gas technical, and. Seac action hr is the new wristmount diving computer for scuba and freediving. The deco profiles will start deeper than traditional models and account for micro bubble growth and keep overall supersaturation lower, and giving a better. When your purchase is complete your file will appear in your my account section accessed from your personal menu on the right. Feature highlights airnitroxtrimix capable 5 opencircuit gas switch presets buhlmann zhl 16c with gradient factors no vpm multicompartment tissue saturation bar graphs %cns oxygen exposure tracking ascent rate monitor haptic vibration and audible alarms that can be disabled none, either, both date, time and temp display easy to read. Vplanner is a powerful planner to calculate your dives. The eon steel continues to build upon suuntos reputation as a progressive dive computer manufacturer. Depth gauge and stopwatch for managing your dive profiles independently.
Of course multideco is a multi algorithm software, and ive used it, as quoted, for several years and compared it with my shearwater, and yes i do use buhlmann zhl 16c the worst day diving is better than the best day working. Full management of recreational dive profiles with a buhlmann zhl 16c decompression algorithm for 1 or 2 mixes air, nitrox, and mixes with. Beginning may 25, 2016, decoplanner will be included in tech 1, tech 60, tech 2, cave 1, and cave 2 course registrations. The best technical diving computers 2017 about the author andy davis is a raid, padi tecrec, andi, bsac and ssi qualified independent technical diving instructor who specializes in teaching advanced sidemount, trimix and wreck exploration diving courses across south east asia. I am starting my padi tec40 dives this weekend and i currently planning my dives with vplanner software and a shearwater perdix. Not only that, but the screen also displays battery life while the audible alarms providing the necessary information throughout the dive. The purpose of the tool is to have an online dive planning tool that combines all the open source tools out there, to build a responsive, fast, efficient and installfree planning tool. The dive log manager supports log downloads and firmware updates via the bluetooth wireless interface of the petrel. Ostc planner dive planning software that matches your wrist.
My computer is using buhlmann zhl 16c with gradient factors of 3070. Jan, 2020 the giottos wrist dive computer is one of the best diving computers on the market for a lot of reasons including its high def screen offering excellent readability with the display of larger digits. Key features of the recreational opencircuit mode includes a simpler menu structure, less cluttered display with a larger font and configurable bottom row, optional safety stops, and a nodecompression limit dive planner. Seac action is the new wristmount diving computers for scuba and freediving. Shearwater research petrel 2 sa v53 dive gear express.
Lots of information about the best dive computers, best dive watches, best air integrated dive computers, best dive computer for beginners and best dive computers for the money. The dive planner provides an opportunity to calculate complex dive profiles up to 8 levels with various descendingascending speed between them. From other threads it seems that v planner and baltic planner are the recommended options so im trying the free versions of these. Ostc planner is a dive planning software that shares decompression code with the dive computer from heinrichs weikamp. From other threads it seems that vplanner and baltic planner are the recommended options so im trying the free versions of these. It can be used with almost all lowlevel processor units but it is less flexible compared to the zhl16b.
It has recreational, gauge, freediving, opencircuit tech and closedcircuitbailout modes. What conservatism settings should i have my v planner on. Seac action dive computer coral dive store store for scuba. Sep 02, 2019 multideco presents various decompression models in one app. Seac action hr is the new wristmount diving computers for scuba and freediving. You can use up to three decompression gases including trimix. Dedicated dm5 software for decompression dive planning and configuring dive modes. The 16 compartment algorithm with further modification to the middle and faster a values, intended for use in dive computers as a package. You can change the watch faces and strap colours to suit your style, the computer also has air integration for up to two gases, freediving, technical diving and recreational diving modes, oc and cc, 3d compass, and all of the features of a. There are a variety of different software available on the market, some free and some costing in excess of one hundred dollars. However, mares genius dive computer currently comes with the buhlmann zhl 16c algorithm. Its the first watchsized dive computer to offer surface gps navigation with fullcolor onscreen mapping and location reference so you can easily mark your dive entry and exit points once underwater, the proven buhlmann zhl 16c algorithm makes sure youre staying within your dive limits.
Full management of recreational dive profiles with a buhlmann zhl 16c decompression algorithm for 1 or 2 mixes air, nitrox, and mixes with o2 concentrations up to 99%. Feb 20, 2020 computer is easy to use, with 3 main modes. The app calculates decompression profiles and gas consumption which is handy and, minimum gas and required volume. Mar 28, 2020 v planner is a powerful planner to calculate your dives. Seac action seac action are new wristmount diving computers for scuba and freediving. All dive parameters, divers actions and emergency warnings are recorded into nonvolatile memory. May 23, 2019 so this app only use buhlmann zhl 16c algorithm. This gives the diver the ability to select which decompression model and conservatism level is right for them. Vplanner scuba diving decompression planning software.
Seac scuba snorkeling freediving action hr the new. It includes planning for bailouts with scr and oc legs in a ccr plan. Through the buhlmann zhl 16c decompression algorithm, the seac action software, when set in scuba mode, allows complete and safe management of the dive profile with one or two mixes air andor nitrox with oxygen concentrations up to 99 %. In surface interval regime multilevel dive planner is available.
Shearwater dive computers use the buhlmann zhl 16c with gf decompression model, vpmb is an optional upgrade. Gradient factors allow the diver unique and individual control of their dive computer decompression calculations. Decompression dive planner using buhlmann zhl 16c with gradient factors. The most popular example in use at present is buhlmanns zhl 16c. All in a strong, lightweight composite housing reinforced by a stainless steel case back and bezel. Introduced in 2016, the perdix from shearwater research of canada is a full decompression dive computer incorporating the buhlmann zhl 16c decompression algorithm, with user configurable gradient factors gf. Deco planner software recommendation page 4 scubaboard. Auto startend dive dive ascent rate monitor no fly time surface time dive planner backlight configurable time and intensity.
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