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Spare Air by Submersible Systems, Inc. | Helicopter Emergency Egress Device 3 | HEED 3

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Spare Air

Smallest, most compact redundant emergency air system available
Spare Air by Submersible Systems, Inc. | Smallest, most compact redundant emergency air system available. Spare Air was patented and was shown at its first trade show in 1979. Since then over 200,000 Spare Air units have been produced and sold world-wide. The first "testimonial" letter the company received where someone saved their life with the product was February 1983. The testimonial letters poured in over the years, with over 100 letters received so far. | Spare Air by Submersible Systems, Inc. | Helicopter Emergency Egress Device 3 | HEED 3

Spare Air was patented and was shown at its first trade show in 1979. Soon after the success in the dive market, Spare Air was modified and sold to the military in 1984 under the name Helicopter Emergency Egress Device (HEED) to help helicopter personnel from almost certain death in the event of a water crash. It is now used by most military and government organizations here in the US and in most developed countries around the world. Spare Air has been used in a myriad of movies such as Jaws, Waterworld, Spy Kids 2, Baywatch, The Fugitive 2, Sphere, and Perfect Storm. Spare Air is also used at aquariums around the world.

Spare Air Manual -- PDF

  • 3000 PSI Aluminum Tank in Neon Yellow for safety

  • Refills from your SCUBA tank with included refill adapter

  • Attaches to your BC with included holster and safety leash

  • Small, hands-free, nearly neutrally buoyant

  • Breathe on demand regulator -No complicated instructions

  • Completely redundant back-up miniature SCUBA system

  • Faster than buddy breathing and easier than an octopus

  • An optional Dial Gauge Pressure Indicator is available

 Pressure Indicator - The standard indicator is easy to read by the White Indicator Pin rising up when the Spare Air has filled to 3000psi.
Spare Air Standard Pressure Indicator - Filled Position | Pressure Indicator - The standard indicator is easy to read by the White Indicator Pin rising up when the Spare Air has filled to 3000psi. | Spare Air by Submersible Systems, Inc.
 Filled Position 		Spare Air Standard Pressure Indicator - Low Air Position | Pressure Indicator - The standard indicator is easy to read by the White Indicator Pin rising up when the Spare Air has filled to 3000psi. | Spare Air by Submersible Systems, Inc.
Low Air Position

Spare Air Model 300 | The preferred choice of Recreational Divers | Spare Air by Submersible Systems, Inc.
3.0 cu ft

Spare Air model 300 Specifications
Maximum Capacity 3.0 cu ft / 85 liters
Length 13.4" / 34 cm
Diameter 2.25" / 5.71 cm
Maximum Pressure 3000 psi / 200 bar
Weight (full) 2.17 lb. / .985 kg
Surface Breaths* 57 (*Based on 1.6 liters per breath)
Water Volume 26.62 cu in / .42 liters
Spare Air Model: 300PKYEL

Price: $249.00   add Spare Air 3.0 cu ft Package Model: 300PKYEL to cart

Spare Air Model 170 | The smallest portable air source in the world! A complete SCUBA system (regulator, tank and pressure indicator) that's the size of a can of cola. | Spare Air by Submersible Systems, Inc.
1.7 cu ft
Spare Air model 170 Specifications
Maximum Capacity 1.7 cu ft / 48 liters
Length 8.75" /22.23 cm
Diameter 2.25" / 5.71 cm
Maximum Pressure 3000 psi / 200 bar
Weight (full) 1.51 lb / .687 kg
Surface Breaths* 30 (*Based on 1.6 liters per breath)
Water Volume 13.7 cu in / .28 liters
Spare Air Model: 170PKYEL

Price: $249.00   add Spare Air 1.7 cu ft Package Model: 170PKYEL to cart
Spare Air Travel Pack which includes plastic protective caps for both the regulator and cylinder threads and additional o-rings all in a durable, reusable plastic pouch. | P/N 963 | Spare Air by Submersible Systems, Inc.

Spare Air Travel Pack Includes plastic protective caps for both the regulator and cylinder threads and additional o-rings all in a durable, reusable plastic pouch. TSA regulations

Price: $12.00   add Travel Pack for Spare Air / HEED 3 to cart
Spare Air Optional Dial Gauge Pressure Indicator | Standard on Helicopter Emergency Egress Device 3 | HEED 3 | Spare Air by Submersible Systems, Inc.

Optional Dial Gauge Pressure Indicator
Takes place of the existing Pressure Pin Indicator
(Standard on Heed 3)

Price: $55.00   add Spare Air Optional Dial Gauge Pressure Indicator to cart

WARNING: Do not use SPARE AIR until you have read and understand instructions and precautions.
SPARE AIR is an EMERGENCY alternate air source. It is NOT designed or intended for any other use.

Helicopter Emergency Egress Device 3 | HEED 3 | The HEED III is known throughout the world as the leading emergency breathing apparatus for egressing from ditched helicopters or smoke-filled environments. | CE approved

Submersible Systems Helicopter Emergency Egress Device 3 | HEED 3 | The HEED III is a refillable fully self contained breathing device. Refilling HEED III is about as difficult as refilling a bike tire. Simply attach the patented HEED III refill adapter to any breathing air compressor or filled standard size 3000 psi SCUBA tank. The always-on regulator is ready to deliver life-saving air in an underwater emergency or toxic air environment. | Submersible Systems HEED 3 is CE approvedThe Helicopter Emergency Egress Device III (HEED 3) manufactured by Submersible Systems, Inc. is an updated version of the original HEED. A compact, lightweight and reliable self contained breathing apparatus, the HEED 3 is designed to increase the survivability of military and commercial personnel in short-term out-of-air emergencies.

Based upon the popular Spare Air ® used for SCUBA Diving, the HEED 3 utilizes the same 3rd generation patented regulator that has made the Spare Air the most sold SCUBA Safety breathing device in the world. HEED 3's proven design is the preferred choice.

 

  • Provides lifesaving air needed to egress from a downed aircraft or a rolled vehicle in the water

  • Ideal for helicopters, fixed wing aircraft, float planes, watercraft & vehicles operating around possible water emergencies

  • Protects personnel from inhaling dangerous and lethal toxic fumes from fire or smoke.

  • The HEED 3 is also known as the SEED (Supplementary Emergency Escape Device), the STASS (Short Term Air Supply System), Spare Air ® (The SCUBA recreational dive version) and Xtreme Sport

  • Over 250,000 units sold worldwide since 1979

  • Under 9" tall, the HEED 3 is the smallest emergency breathing device on the market

  • HEED 3 is more than 1 lb lighter and over $100 less than competitors models

  • Simple, compact design is easy to use, repair, and maintain

  • Always-on design is ready to deliver air when you need it

  • Refillable from an air compressor or SCUBA tank using optional adapters

  • Over 25 years of service to the military, tested and approved by the US Navy

  • Includes custom holster to attach to a modular-type vest, ideal for Switlik Modular Aircrew Vest

  • Comes with Deluxe Dial Gauge Pressure Indicator, Mouthpiece cover, and lanyard

Submersible Systems Helicopter Emergency Egress Device 3 | HEED 3 uses a proven SCUBA regulator that has been saving lives for 30 years. The first version of the HEED was a repackaged Spare Air, ordered by the US Navy to assist in training and helicopter water emergencies. Since then, hundreds of organizations, governments, agencies and individuals have taken advantage of our reliable design. And the best reason for a HEED 3 is "simplicity." | Submersible Systems HEED 3 is CE approved
Heed 3
175-001
Heed 3 model 175-001 Specifications
Maximum Capacity 1.7 cu ft / 48 liters
Length 8.75" /22.23 cm
Diameter 2.25" / 5.71 cm
Maximum Pressure 3000 psi / 200 bar
Weight (full) 1.51 lb / .687 kg
Cylinder Material Aluminum - Black Anodized
Pressure Relief Integrated in regulator
Regulator Type Balanced Single Stage
Operational Temperature -22°F [-30°C], +158°F [+70°C]
Surface Breaths* 30 (*Based on 1.6 liters per breath)
Altitude Limits Tested at up to 35,000 feet (10,500 meters)

Heed 3: 175-001

Price: $290.00   add Submersible Systems Helicopter Emergency Egress Device 3 | HEED III | to cart
Helicopter Emergency Egress Device 3 | HEED III | SCUBA Tank Fill Adapter | Refill your HEED III from any filled 3000 psi SCUBA tank. | Submersible Systems HEED 3 is CE approved HEED III Scuba Tank Refill Adapter: The Heed 3 can be filled anywhere using a filled standard SCUBA tank by attaching the optional Yoke Adapter

Price: $59.00   add HEED 3 / Spare Air Scuba Tank Refill Adapter Par t# 910S to cart
HEED III Fill Station Refill Adapter#920CM | Submersible Systems HEED 3 is CE approved HEED III Fill Station Refill Adapter: This adapter is used to refill the HEED directly from an air compressor capable of filling to 3000 psi.

Price: $29.00   add HEED III / Spare Air Fill Station Refill Adapter #920CM to Cart

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While these are excellent reference materials, in no way should this information be considered a replacement for proper training for the specific type of activity in which you plan to participate.