Intersorb 812 vs. Sofnolime 812
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uwxplorer
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Which unit are you using? rEvo has tested both and reported a slightly shorter recommended scrubber usage duration for the Intersorb brand (1:45 hr in cold water before rotation of the scrubber instead of 2 hrs for the Sofnolime brand).
I have no clue whether that can be transposed to another unit, but it would appear that they are very similar.
Some report batches that are more dusty than others, but I haven't noticed anything consistent (I have used both, depending on what my dive shop has in stock).
I haven't been able to feel any difference between the two as far as breathing (I hope that thread is not going to be hijacked by you know who).
I have no clue whether that can be transposed to another unit, but it would appear that they are very similar.
Some report batches that are more dusty than others, but I haven't noticed anything consistent (I have used both, depending on what my dive shop has in stock).
I haven't been able to feel any difference between the two as far as breathing (I hope that thread is not going to be hijacked by you know who).
Currently diving the Hollis Explorer, and probably the Hollis Prism soon. I've been using the Intersorb with no issues. Just curious if there is a "weighted preference" out there. Have never heard a negative thing about either. Thanks for your input here !!!
matt
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matt
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Found the answer to my own question. Although not labelled like this in the UK it seems the US label shows 812 and 797 designations.
I cannot speak about Intersorb but 797 is very good in the Inspo.
Matt.
matt
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You might find this link useful: http://www.divelime.com/dldownloads/Test_Data_Intersorb_812_v_Sofnolime_797.pdf
And this: http://www.revo-rebreathers.com/uploads/intersorb812.pdf
Matt.
And this: http://www.revo-rebreathers.com/uploads/intersorb812.pdf
Matt.
lizardland
Active Member
I use both interchangeably without noticing much difference. The only thing is Intersorb tends to be dustier though this seems to vary so dont know if it is batching, transportation, storage or what.
My scrubber holds 3.6kg and my usage of a single fill probably doesnt get near enough to its limits for the variations to be relevant.
I tend to buy Intersorb as it's cheaper and they deliver quick.
My scrubber holds 3.6kg and my usage of a single fill probably doesnt get near enough to its limits for the variations to be relevant.
I tend to buy Intersorb as it's cheaper and they deliver quick.
Sofnolime 797 (8-12 mesh) is cheaper over here in the States (although depends a little on the supplier). Intersorb is rumored to be a bit dustier but I have not tried it due to the slightly higher cost for me. This might have something to do with shipping distances and methods too.
scubainchicago
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I can get Intersorb for $125 (USD) a keg, Sofnolime is as high as $180.00. I don't notice any difference in cold Great Lakes waters. Out of the water, my wallet reminds me.
Mark Chase
ATB=AlwaysTalkingBollocks
I am currently using Intersorb as I picked soem up for £55 a drum. Most of my diveing is 180min run time single dive and its fine for this in the JJ
If I were planning some massive deep 6+ hour dive id use 797 but apart from that ill happily use Intersorb Spherasorb, Grace or what ever I can get hold of.
797 is aparently the best but you dont reely need a Ferrari to do the school run
ATB
Mark
If I were planning some massive deep 6+ hour dive id use 797 but apart from that ill happily use Intersorb Spherasorb, Grace or what ever I can get hold of.
797 is aparently the best but you dont reely need a Ferrari to do the school run
ATB
Mark
matt
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Whatever you spend on lime you're saving on gas to the dive site ;-)
I paid £65 for the last tub of lime in the UK, and ***8364;120 in Croatia last week.
Matt.
matt
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Euro not whatever the forum did to it!
rbjonez
Member
Where do you get your 797 from? I haven't looked around much. I pay about 150 US for it via AH or in a NoFlo cave shop. I've had some yucky Intersorb batches which seem to get my whole loop dusty with a gross, caustic mess. It was a while ago.
Everyone I know is using AH with the free shipping for 797; I think the last keg I got was $147 all inclusive. The intersorb is in the $160 range everywhere I have seen.
Mark Chase
ATB=AlwaysTalkingBollocks
That would concern me a lot, How does the dust get past the scrims?
On my JJ & Inspo I used top and bottom scrim but on my KISS & revo just top as the bottom would often get wet and limit WOB. I used to get a white lining in my loop on the KISS when just using the mesh with no scrim but having used all sorts of sorb including the notoriously dusty Grace, I found the scrim fixed the issue.
ATB
Mark
Steve.B
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Sounds about right for the revo. Cheap shoddy effort of a unit that it is! Cant stand the bloody things!
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moose_grunt
Member
I'm curious as well. Where are you getting those prices? Cheapest I've found is as everyone else said; Sofnolime at AH.
Jim