Shearwater Petrel 2 Dive Computer
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The recently upgraded Shearwater Petrel 2 Dive Computer with new titanium bezel is a full decompression dive computer that uses the Buhlmann ZHL-16C algorithm with customisable Gradient Factors but can be upgraded with the Varying Permeability Model (VPM-B and VPM-B/GFS) algorithm at a later date.
The Petrel 2 is a highly customisable dive computer that supports recreational, technical open circuit and closed circuit straight out of the box., along with a three-axis tilt-compensated digital compass. The Petrel 2 is fitted with a high resolution QVGA, full colour LED backlit LCD display which offers low energy consumption for longer battery life. The display will automatically adjust intensity based on available light to make the display easily readable whether on the surface in sunlight, in open water or in a cave.
The included CCR mode for rebreathers provides the ability to perform constant PO2 set point calculations for deco. During a decompression dive, the Petrel 2 provides complete information displays of all required stop times. The Petrel 2 can provide time-to-surface based on "look ahead" at planned gas switches. Multiple gas definition presets are supported with any combination of oxygen, nitrogen and helium. The Petrel 2 will NOT "lockout" after a missed stop or ascent rate violation.
For simplicity and availability the Petrel 2 runs using an AA battery. Lithium versions are recommended for improved battery life but alkaline are also accepted. A USB Bluetooth adaptor is also included for connectivity to desktop and smart devices for data transfer and firmware upgrades.
Can't decide between the very closely matched Perdix and Petrel 2? Take a look at this comparison of key points and features for a quick reference of differences
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Features
Technical Open-Circuit Features
- Air/Nitrox/Trimix capable
- 5 open-circuit gas switch presets
- BÌ_hlmann ZHL-16C with Gradient Factors
- Optional Varying Permeability Model (VPM-B)
- %CNS oxygen exposure tracking
- Ascent rate monitor
- Date, time and temp display
- Easy to read large full colour screen
- Easy to use adaptive menus
- Logbook of last 1000 hours of diving
- Operational to at least { 980 fsw | 300 msw}
- Battery voltage and warning
- Metric and Imperial
- Right or left wrist mountable
- Battery life (Saft 3.6V LS14500) up to 100 hours of diving
- Battery life (1.5V Alkaline) up to 35 hours of diving
Rebreather Features
- Constant PPO2 Set Point
- Automatic Set Point Switching
- 5 additional CCR Diluent gas presets
- 2 button push OC bailout
Additional Features
- Three-axis tilt-compensated digital compass
- Bluetooth Smart wireless upload/download
- User upgradable firmware
- User changeable battery
- Dive Log Software
- Two Year Limited Warranty
Specifications
| MODES | |
|---|---|
| OC Rec | 3 gas nitrox recreational computer |
| OC Tec | Multi gas, trimix decompression computer |
| CC INT | Closed circuit fixed PPO2 |
| CC EXT | Closed circuit real time monitoring of 1 or 3 O2 sensors |
| Gauge | Bottom timer with stop watch and dive logging |
| SPECIFICATIONS | |
|---|---|
| Screen Resolution | 320x240 QVGA |
| Display Type | Full colour LED LCD |
| Battery Type | Single AA (any type) |
| Battery Life | |
| AA Alkaline | 35 Hours |
| SAFT LS14500 | 100 Hours |
| Number of Gases | 5 OC / 5 CC |
| Dimensions | |
| Computer (WxHxD) | 83x74x39mm (3.3"x2.9"2.15") |
| Package (WxHxD) | 120x100x77mm (4.7x3.9"x3") |
| Dive Log | 1000 Hours |
| Depth Rating | 290m (950ft) |
| Weight | |
| Computer | 260g (0.57lbs) |
| Package | 380g (0.83 lbs) |
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