CONTROLLER CCR

Lambert Rebreather Technology utilizes the HydroSpace Engineering Explorer Dive Computer/Decompression Meter for controlling the FROG modular diving system. It is designed to be simple and easy to use when diving with closed and semi-closed circuit rebreathers.

Explorer Manual

The FROG adapter allows you to plug into the inhale elbow and go diving.

WHY WOULD YOU WANT TO USE A CLOSED CIRCUIT SYSTEM?

Prior to 1995 I would have answered that question with: there is no way sport divers should consider using the existing closed circuit systems. While the advantages are significant, the cost to purchase, maintain and service, combined with the additional skill requirements make closed circuit systems special application devices.

Barney Lambert
REBREATHER TECHNOLOGY

The major difference between 2005 and the prior to 1995 closed circuit systems is the application of the digital microprocessor. Prior to 1995 the user had to maintain a constant vigilance over the operating system. The units were not "user friendly."

Errors could be made by the operator during servicing and use that the system would not identify for the user. Omissions and errors could prove deadly. The digital microprocessor that is in the Frog monitors the system from the time it leaves the manufacturer and during the entire life of the unit. The unit never sleeps; in just go inactive when you do not use it. Some vital functions of the system that are constantly monitored when in use:

The scrubber is a good example: In prior to 1995 units there was no way to tell if:

1. The scrubber had been serviced,
2. The scrubber was working.
3. The scrubber was exhausted.

The 2005 Frog uses a pre packed scrubber that has a use date and has the quality and quantity of the absorbent assured by quality control inspectors in an FDA approved facility. The Frog controller monitor the replacement of the scrubber to insure it is changed prior to use. The scrubber performance is monitored during use by temperature probe to warn of exhaustion or operation outside of desired parameters.

Constant monitoring of the scrubber by the controller relieves the user of the obligation to maintain a constant vigilance of the system. The system will warn the user with audio and flashing visual LCD displays of any system performance that is out of desired parameter. Time to use, oxygen percentage, gas cylinder pressure and system power is monitored the same to relieve the user of the need for constant vigilance of the many system functions.

So, I can answer yes and give adequate reasons for a sport diver to use a closed circuit system. The advantages are:

1. The time of use is absolute, one hour means 60 minutes.
2. The loss of body heat is decreased by up to 70%.
3. The silent operation allows enhanced user hearing.
4. The unit is lighter than comparable open circuit units.
5. The gas efficiency approaches 60:1, providing longer use times.
6. The cost of use is less on a minute by minute basis.
7. The system is safer due to dependability, system options, system monitoring and advanced warning capability.

ALL THIS IS BASED ON ONE CONDITION:

THE CLOSED CIRCUIT SYSTEM YOU CHOOSE
IS A FROG MK-II MADE BY REBREATHER TECHNOLOGY