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Gas Blender Course

Gas Blender Class

$325.00 – $525.00

Nitrox and Trimix are no longer voodoo gases! By getting certified to blend gases, you will be able to safely make your own custom blends to exactly fit a specific dive profile allowing you to accomplish missions other only dream of. The Tec Gas Blender course teaches you how to blend enriched air nitrox and helium-based gases using one or more blending methods.

Academics:
The Tec Gas Blender course includes three practical application sessions, but no dives. During independent study, instructor-led reviews, and practice sessions you will learn:

  • Key aspects of designing an air fill / blending station,
  • About the advantages and disadvantages of different blending methodologies,
  • To blend enriched air and trimix blends to within one percent of the target mix,
  • About the potential hazards related to handling oxygen, and how to manage those risks,
  • To demonstrate the steps for oxygen cleaning equipment, along with the requirements for oxygen service.

After purchasing this course, don’t forget to come by to pick up your course materials before class! There are knowledge reviews to complete before class, and as a class participant you have a 10% gear discount to use towards the purchase of any other gear that your heart desires.
You can pick the certifying agency of your choice: PADI or SSI.

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Certifying Agency

PADI, SSI
Class Types

Private, Touch / e-Learning, Regular / Group, Semi-Private

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