Nitox Analyser. Which one?

[j.w.]

Need a bit of help on this one so that the cash is spent in the right place. Getting to the stage where an analyser is going to be needed and wouldn't mind a bit of input into the pros and cons of any that you use.
The one that I am particularly looking at is the Analox O2 E11, reasonable price and size, and easy to use.
Any input would be appreciated.
Cheers John.

[chrisch]

Analox OK, but check this out first if you are a bit DIY inclined:

http://oxycheq.com/El_Cheapo_Main_Page.html

Chris

[DanE]

I've been happy with my Analox so far, although I have no experience of other types to be able to make any comparison.

dan

[David Martin]

I have an O2EII. It works quite well. I haven't noticed any significant difference between it and other analysers I've used in terms of performace. We had a minor problem with the cell in one in the club about 18months ago, Analox replaced in for free (despite it being a consumable part).
The only gripe is that the calibration knob is very sensitive and is easy to knock - this isn't a real problem, you just have to get used to not knocking it carelessly, and adjusting it slowly.

Analox have a decent reputation, and the unit was the cheapest commercial unit I could find when I bought mine. I would imagine that this will be the case now. Analox used to do an instructor discount - they probably still do - it would be worth asking.

I also have a small Peli-case for mine. I think it cost £15. I can seal the analyser in there and throw it into my divebox/bag and not worry about it getting wet or crushed. I'd definately say that it's worth paying the extra for the case.

David

[MAD]

I had one of the first O2EII's about three years ago...

No problems with it at all. It's a tought bit of kit... it's been stood on in dive boats and not a mark on it.

I've used lots of others, but this is about the most compact.

The cell also has a 3 year decreasing warrantee... which means even if the cells dies after year two the you still get a material discount on a new cell... worth thinking about.

Some people don't like the manual calibration... but I find this a lot quicker than the Oxyspy automatic calibration.

Don't like the Oxyspy... which I've also had. Plastic doesn't stand up too well to a battering (If you are careful with your kit won't be a problem)

I'd heartily recommend the O2EII...


p.s. It also fits perfectly into a Lowepro AF Mini camera case for protection... and I mean it's a perfect fit...

[Mark Powell]

My recommendation would be the Analox or the Vandagraph. I've used both and they are both good quality analysers. The Analox customer service is excellent and that coupled with the all in one package of the Analox is what gives it the edge in my book and that's why we started stocking them.

I'm not as keen on the Oxyspy, it doesn't seem to give such relaible readings and I prefer a manual calibration, it also feels a bit fragile to me.

I also have an Oxycheq El Cheapo and provided that you are happy with a bit of DIY this is a very cheap way of getting an analyser. After all an analyser is just a voltmeter attached to an oxygen sensor.

If you decide on the Analox then you might want to have a look at;

http://www.dive-tech.co.uk/analox%20O2EII.htm

[vid]

Personnally, I have an alpha 1
www.subaqua-products.co.uk.

Very robust unit - and the club has one. But club also has the analox and a vandagraph. Some people prefer one more than any other - though they're pretty much similar.

[ahar]

I don't like the Oxyspy as I don't like the auto calibration - it doesn't always seem to work that well. The Vandegraph is good but it's in several bits that you have to put together - I've almost lost vital parts over the side of a boat before. I managed to pick up an Analox 2e (or whatever it is) 2nd hand and prefer the all on one approach and the manual callibration, though I haven't had it long so can't comment on it's longevity of cells or resistance to general dive boat abuse.

[Al_Star]

I'd vote for the Analox. I've had one nearly two years and it does the job well and I've not had to replace the battery or cell yet.

Cheers
Al

[kyle]

The Analox O2EII is the mutts nuts , i got mine from Aberdeen Watersports which is the best price i have found.
They have them in stock and dispatch very quickly.
click for the analox 02EII