While scuba tanks can be easily rented at the resort dive shop, there are divers out there who insist to have their own tanks, even if it means carrying them on their dive vacations.
If you find yourself in this category then please read on.
In a recent issue of Scuba Diving magazine, the following characteristics of a scuba tank should be examined before deciding on a tank.
a) Weight
b) Size
c) Buoyancy
d) and Air Capacity.
Furthermore, you will have to decide on whether you want to get a steel scuba tank or an aluminum one. The steel scuba tank can cost more than twice the aluminum one. However, a steel dive tank is known to be more tough and resistant to being scratched or dented. At the same time aluminum tanks are better at resisting corrosion than steel tanks. Furthermore, aluminum tanks are buoyant and will require you to bring additional weights when you descend underwater.
Most scuba tanks come in 50, 71.2 and 80 cubic feet levels. If you are an inexperienced diver, you should opt for a 71 or an 80 cubic feet tank as you would probably need more air. However, an experienced diver should seriously consider a 50 cubic feet tank as they are lighter, and thus more comfortable.
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