The DSAT Gas Blender course provides hands-on training in blending enriched air nitrox gases using two or more blending methods. The course is divided into five knowledge development sessions and three practical application labs. This course is not designed to replace blending equipment specific training required by manufacturers of gas blending equipment.
The DSAT Gas Blender course result in the PADI Tec Gas Blender certification. Those interested the Tec Trimix Blender should call Aquatic Adventures at (262) 938-6827 to discuss current costs and options.
The Gas Blender course will train you blend appropriate gas mixes for divers using enriched air nitrox appropriate for the diver's certification.
You will learn the physical properties of oxygen, its associated hazards, handling requirements, and what cleaning equipment is necessary. Finally, you will learn the five methods of obtaining the desired enriched air nitrox mix and the various methods used to obtain proper helium mixes.
During the three practical application labs for this course, you will learn oxygen cleaning, blending
calculations, and blending methods. You will blend or assist in blending at least five times to an accuracy of an analyzed oxygen content within one percent of the desired blend.
Our class schedule generally includes:
Prerequisites for taking the DSAT Gas Blender course include:
Our course fee includes the following:
Note: Trimix blending is available for an additional fee depending on the availability of helium. This fee varies depending on the current market price of helium. Call Aquatic Adventures at (262) 938-6827 to discuss current availability.
Dates for upcoming classes are provided below. If these dates do not work, select the 01 JAN class. Someone from our staff will call you to arrange another date. Customized schedules can be arranged for an additional fee.
