‘How do I disinfect my scuba diving equipment in India?’ In light of the Covid-19 pandemic, this is the key question doing the rounds. By divers of their own personal scuba gear. By fun divers and students using rented equipment. And by dive professionals and dive centers in India that will soon start renting out their scuba diving equipment. 

The specifics of the question lie in the ‘in India’ part. Though there are many articles on the topic, few list products available in our country. Bleach was touted as a savior till fairly recently. And we must say that bleach-based products help keep your personal space, office and dive center sanitized. But can bleach, even in its diluted form, be used on scuba equipment?

The jury is still out on this one. Some equipment manufacturers have released statements based on the CDC recommendations of 1/3 cup bleach per gallon of water. But after multiple tests on its products, Apeks released a blog a few days ago. It stated that divers should “not use bleach-based disinfectants. Or disinfectants known to be corrosive, as these can prematurely age or corrode the equipment being used.”

Our recommendation based on current information:

Disinfecting your dive equipment

Planet Scuba India has been servicing dive equipment with Biox for quite a while now. It is a cleaner that has been designed to remove contaminants on breathing apparatus, including scuba gear. It is non-toxic, non-hazardous and non-flammable. Which means that it can be used without gloves. Unless, you have any cuts or other open wounds on your hands. Of course, that was during the pre-Corona era (when the above image was clicked), right now gloves are a mandatory part of equipment servicing.  

Biox has been formulated to aid cleaning in ultrasonic baths. Baths that run at temperatures at which we know the Corona virus strain starts to break down. Still not convinced? The brand has also suggested additional cleaning processes to ensure that traces of bacteria and viruses are removed.

Besides, Biox is an excellent stain remover. It removes surface oils and other particles, thereby reducing the chances of the virus being protected by other contaminants. That means that there are no hiding places for the viruses and bacteria to exist on.

The even better part about this cleaner? It is biodegradable! Yes, you read that right. You don’t need any special methods to dispose of it.

To know more about this safe, non-toxic product and how to use it, send in your emails to info@planetscubaindia.com or contact us online here

Free servicing of scuba diving equipment in India

We know you are as eager as us to get back into the ocean. So why not get your scuba gear checked, before you take that giant leap into the beautiful blue again. After all, equipment servicing is key to safe diving.

Planet Scuba India is offering free servicing, calibration and testing of your Aqua Lung and Apeks BCDs and regulators. We know your next question. The answer is, yes, our technicians are using all the necessary Covid-19 safety precautions. While servicing, and later while handling and packing your dive equipment.

To avail of this limited time offer, contact us online or email us at service@planetscubaindia.com

*The above advice is based on current information regarding Covid-19. It does not reduce the chance of catching the infection post your equipment servicing. Or common sense and adherence to all government and medical guidelines regarding Corona virus.