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Viking HWS (Hot Water Suit) |
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The Viking Hot Water Suit has been developed and tested in conjunction with commercial divers in the North Sea along with commercial equipment supply companies. It is available in one model only with a vertical centre zip made of non-corroding plastic/nylon which is covered by a zip flap. The tubing system for the hot water dispersion is designed to cover all vital parts of the body, front and back side of torso along with arms and legs. Both arms and legs are "open" without cuffs or seals at the ends so hot water can flush through the suit from the inside and out. The loose fitting collar is made of soft neoprene. The HWS also has two neoprene pockets positioned on the front thighs to carry items like tools and bolts. |
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The Viking Hot Water Suit (HWS) features a suit made from a unique rubber based material – Viking VSN material. It has a core of black EPDM/natural rubber, which is covered with stretch Armatex Nylon on both sides. Technically it is a vulcanized rubber suit, but without the vulcanized "style" appearance. Primary advantages of the VSN material are that the body is thin, flexible and very hard wearing, but most importantly, does not shrink when constantly dried in an industrial dryer. The suit is fitted with a tube system on the inside for dispersion of the hot water, covering torso, arms and legs. On/off valve on the outside of the right leg has a maximum working pressure of 40 bar. Lower front legs and knees are covered with black rubber reinforcements for additional durability. VSN - Unique Garment Material A flexible and stretchy knitted Armatex Jersey Nylon covers both sides of a mid-ply of black NR/EPDM rubber. Material construction is in that sense a trilaminate material comprising qualities as outstanding flexibility, comfort and durability. It has an average material weight of 1100 g/m2. As such, it has the comfort of compressed neoprene combined with the durability of vulcanized rubber. The material is totally non-compressible which means no loss of buoyancy or insulation while diving. A special advantage of using VSN material for a Hot Water Suit application is its ability to withstand shrinking when constantly being exposed to the heat from industrial dryers. Stitched seams are covered both on outside and inside of the suit. The outside seams are covered with a durable elastic nylon ribbon whereas the inside seams are pre-treated with a special rubber solution for both reinforcement and protection prior to vulcanization. Together it creates a very tough and hardwearing seam. |
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Viking HWS Features:
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Flexible and Stretchable material
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Fabric is made up of Flexible and stretching Nylon on the outside & inside, surrounding a rubber core
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Material weight is 1100 g/m2
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Extremely strong Vulcanized seams
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Available in 9 sizes
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Unique Hot Water Valve, positioned on the lower right hip for a maximum water pressure of 40BAR
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Internal tubing for dispersion of the hot water
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(2) Neoprene pockets on legs
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Open wrists and legs
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Also available with HWS Gloves & HWS Boots
Each Viking HWS includes: Suspenders, zip-flap, duffle bag, Neoprene pockets (2) & suit Manual
Owners Manual
Sizing Chart
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HWS Gloves: |
Price: $59.00 |
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HWS Boots: |
Price: $69.00 |
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Chemical Resistance:
Although the Viking HWS offers the same outstanding chemical protection
and resistance in the suit material as the
Viking Pro 1000, it is not
recommended to dive in contaminated waters with "open" arms, legs and neck.
For Viking permeation data please see separate documentation; "Diving in Contaminated Water, 3rd Edition: Chemical and Biological Tests of Viking Dry Suits and Accessories", which is available for download.
Warning!
Diving in contaminated water is extremely hazardous and requires special
training. The diving supervisor has the full responsibility for the safety
of the diver based on a risk assessment of the actual conditions at the dive
site. When possible, diving in contaminated water should be avoided.Related Items
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