{"product_id":"thunderbird-80cuft-aluminum-scuba-diving-tank-cylinder-valve","title":"Thunderbird 80cuft Aluminum Scuba Diving Tank - Cylinder\/Valve","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: normal !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen it comes to reliable, no-fuss scuba diving cylinders, aluminium tanks remain a favourite among recreational divers worldwide, and the \u003cstrong\u003eThunderbird 80cuft Aluminum Scuba Diving Tank - Cylinder\/Valve\u003c\/strong\u003e is a solid example of why. Built from 6061-T6 aluminium alloy and manufactured in North America, this cylinder meets both US Department of Transportation (DOT-3AL) and Transport Canada (TC-3ALM) safety specifications, so you know it's been held to a serious standard. With a water volume of 11.1 litres and a service pressure of 207 bar (3,000 psi), it delivers 77.5 cubic feet of usable gas, making it the classic \"80 cuft\" workhorse that underpins recreational diving around the globe. It comes complete with a Thermo by Thunderbird convertible K-valve, tank boot, and valve cap, so it's ready to pair with your regulator straight out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThunderbird 80cuft Aluminum Scuba Diving Tank - Cylinder\/Valve Key Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial - Aluminum 6061-T6 Alloy:\u003c\/strong\u003e A high-strength aluminium alloy that won't rust like steel cylinders, making it well suited to saltwater diving environments and reducing long-term maintenance concerns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Volume and Service Pressure:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11.1 litre internal volume rated to 207 bar (3,000 psi), providing 77.5 cubic feet of gas capacity, the standard recreational dive tank volume.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuoyancy Characteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slightly negative at -0.7 kg when full, transitioning to +1.5 kg positive at 500 psi. This buoyancy shift as the tank empties is a known characteristic of aluminium cylinders and is worth factoring into your weighting setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eValve Type - Convertible K-Valve:\u003c\/strong\u003e The included Thermo by Thunderbird chrome-plated brass K-valve features a removable 230 bar (3,336 psi) DIN insert, allowing you to switch between yoke (A-clamp) and DIN regulator connections as needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eValve Usability Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fitted with an easy-grip rubber hand-wheel for straightforward operation, a one-piece safety plug, and a 5\/32\" hex wrench dip tube for positive retention, keeping the valve assembly secure and reliable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNitrox Ready:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for use with Nitrox mixtures up to 40% O2, giving recreational divers the option to run enriched air without needing a dedicated nitrox-specific cylinder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegulatory Compliance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Manufactured to meet US DOT-3AL and Transport Canada TC-3ALM specifications, ensuring the cylinder has been independently certified to recognised pressure vessel safety standards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions and Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 184 mm diameter, 663 mm length, and 14.5 kg empty weight. A compact and manageable profile that suits most dive travel and boat diving scenarios.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCylinder Thread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.750-14 NPSM thread, the standard sizing compatible with the vast majority of recreational dive valves and regulator first stages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Accessories:\u003c\/strong\u003e Comes with a tank boot for upright storage and a valve cap to protect the valve opening during transport and storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Thunderbird 80cuft aluminium tank is a dependable, well-specified cylinder that ticks all the boxes for recreational divers looking for a quality entry into tank ownership. Whether you're diving locally or heading on a live-aboard, having your own cylinder means you're not at the mercy of hire gear, and this one is built to last.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thunderbird","offers":[{"title":"11L \/ Silver","offer_id":44214146039942,"sku":"TBCAL80B-PACK","price":599.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2218\/1285\/files\/thunderbird_80cuft_aluminum_scuba_diving_tank_cylindervalve_tbcal80b_pack_adreno_1.jpg?v=1785987879","url":"https:\/\/adreno.com.au\/products\/thunderbird-80cuft-aluminum-scuba-diving-tank-cylinder-valve","provider":"Adreno - Ocean Outfitters","version":"1.0","type":"link"}