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M1 Regulator
Monel Regulator
US$899.95
EXTREME PERFORMANCE. NO COMPROMISE.
The M1 has an expanded performance range to meet almost any diving condition imaginable. Caves, cold, deep, enriched air – the M1 is perfect for recreational divers ready to extend their capabilities or accomplished technical and specialty divers. State-of-the-art metals meet proven Atomic Aquatics designs to deliver reliable performance to fulfill virtually any need or diving scenario.
M1 Monel Regulator
WHY MONEL? UP TO 80% EAN. THAT’S WHY.
Atomic Aquatics metallurgy expertise drives us to design the M1 for extreme diving. Monel parts are used internally in the first stage for high strength, corrosion-resistance and oxygen compatibility. 316 Stainless Steel, multi-layer Zirconium-coated Brass, and Titanium are used throughout the second stage. The M1 valve body is Zirconium/Nickel over Brass and the Seat Saving Dynamic Orifice is Stainless Steel. The M1 is factory-ready for EAN mixtures up to 50% or Oxygen mixes up to 80% when special guidelines are followed.
COLD WATER. DEEP WATER. ROUGH WATER.
The M1 first stage is chrome-plated brass and environmentally sealed at the factory to encase key internal components made of Monel. The second stage features a thermal heat sink for cold water, and a surge protected front cover and super-dry exhaust valve for rough water. Add a super-wide exhaust deflector and an exclusive Atomic Aquatics engraved heat-protecting jam nut for freeze protection to cover almost any extreme diving situation.
ENVIRONMENTAL. ERGONOMICAL. RADICAL.
The M1 design includes the same Atomic Aquatics ergonomic and performance features that rocked the dive world. Patented Atomic Aquatics exclusives like the balanced Jet Seat high-flow first stage piston, and second stage AFC Automatic Flow Control with Rapid Adjustment Knob combine to make the M1 not just extreme, but also extraordinary.
Designed For Challenging Conditions
Engineered by Atomic Aquatics for specialty diving – rec or tec
The M1 has an expanded performance range to meet almost any diving condition imaginable, whether Recreational or Technical. Accomplished specialty divers will appreciate this regulator designed to fulfill virtually any need or diving scenario. The M1 is built on the same platform as the world acclaimed T2 and B2 regulators.
M1 REGULATOR FEATURES
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WEIGHT
It’s a beast in the water, but not a burden for divers with 2.6 pounds first and second stage combined weight (yoke version).
M1 FIRST STAGE FEATURES:
- Factory ready for Nitrox to 50% or Oxygen mixes to 80% when special guidelines are followed.
- Chrome-plated Brass body and Monel key internal components.
- Atomic Aquatics exclusive balanced Jet Seat high-flow piston.
- Freeze-protected and factory-sealed to prevent outside contamination from silt and sand.
- Ports: 2 HP fixed / 5 LP on swivel cap
M1 SECOND STAGE FEATURES
- Designed for cold water diving featuring thermal heat sink and super-dry exhaust valve.
- Components made of precision-machined Brass with Zirconium plating and Titanium.
- Patented Atomic Aquatics Stainless Steel Seat Saving Dynamic Orifice maintains crisp like-new factory tuning and prevents damage during storage.
- Patented Atomic Aquatics AFC – Automatic Flow Control.
- Soft overmolded Rapid Adjustment Knob for manual detuning in special situations such as surf entries or octo use.
- High-flow second stage case and lever design for easy breathing at all depths and tank pressures.
- Surge-protected front cover for high current scenarios.
- Super-wide exhaust deflector to disperse bubbles for enhanced visibility.
- Dual silicone comfort fit mouthpiece with tear-resistant bite tabs – both comfortable and durable.
- Optional M1 color kit.
2-YEAR / 300-DIVE SERVICE INTERVAL
LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
Extreme diving doesn’t mean extreme servicing. 2 years or 300 dives is plenty of time to log great adventures before recommended M1 servicing. Metal parts are warranted against corrosion for life. Period. The warranty is NOT contingent on proof of service.
Conclusion
“At the end of five days of exhaustive testing and comparison the test divers had got to know each regulator pretty well. We then spent a day of leisure diving when each one could use the regulator of his own choosing. This revealed true preferences. First choice was clearly the Atomic Aquatics M1, closely followed by both the Apeks ATX100 and the ATX200 and then, in no particular order the Aqua-Lung Legend LX Supreme, the Scubapro 5600/MK25 and the Mares Abyss.”
ARE HIGH PRICED REGULATORS WORTH IT?
DIVER MAGAZINE (UK)
DECEMBER 2002
…this reg turned in Excellent performance on the breathing simulator, earning perfect work of breathing scores when subjected to our standard reg tests. In the muscle test, it reached a breathing rate of just over 81 RMV. Past and present in-water tests have shown the M1, a 2002 Testers’ Choice, to be a real easy breather in all positions. The reg has a very efficient purge system and minimal bubble interference. Test divers liked the mouthpiece and low-pressure port turret on the balanced piston first stage that simplifies hose routing.
MUSCLE REGS
SCUBALAB SPECIAL REPORT
SCUBA DIVING MAGAZINE
NOVEMBER 2005
Atomic Aquatics B2/M1/Z2
True to Atomic Aquatics claims, the redesigned B2 and M1 did deliver improved work of breathing on the simulator, although this improvement simply puts a shine on what was already stellar breathing performance. The Z2 effortlessly kept pace with its higher-priced brethren.
When the regs were taken out for some real-world diving they proved to be sweet breathers in all positions. Test divers considered the B2, Z2 and M1 to be the driest breathing regs in this year’s go-round. The regs come with a two-year/300-dive service interval, and the limited lifetime warranty is not contingent upon annual servicing.
BEST NEW REGS OF 2006
SCUBALAB REVIEW
SCUBA DIVING MAGAZINE
JUNE 2006
Maxwel Hohn –
Great for cold water diving! This is one of greatest preforming regulators I’ve ever owned. It breaths great, stands up to freezing conditions and is very comfortable
Lisa M –
I own the B2 and M1 and yes they are top quality, beautifully made, stylish and hardcore!
Paul F –
The M1 is an amazing reg which I’ve used for many tech dives.
Tom George –
The M1 is an extremely high quality regulator, that breathes very well. They look great and they perform great in any diving conditions. I’ve used them for ice diving, deep trimix dives, cave diving and warm water dives and they perform flawlessly.