Characteristics Of MK16

Question 1

What is the normal working limit and maximum working limit of the HeO2 mixture?

Answer 1

Normal working limit and maximum working limit are both 300ft

Question 2

When used in conjunction with the MK4 life preserver, how deep can the MK-16 be dove?

Answer 2

200 ft with the 4/31 gram CO2 carts

Question 3

Under normal conditions, which bottle lasts longer? What is the anticipated duration of a fully charged O2 bottle?

Answer 3

The diluent bottle generally lasts longer.

The duration of O2 is 300 minutes

Question 4

What two factors limit CO2 absorbent canister duration?

Answer 4

Temperature and depth

Question 5

How long can canisters/rig standby after being built up with proper stowage?

Answer 5

14 days

Question 6

What is the buoyancy of the MK16?

Answer 6

Neutral +/- 2 lbs

Question 7

On N2O2, what is the normal and maximum working limit of the MK16?

Answer 7

150ft normal

190ft maximum

Question 8

What is the breathing Loop capacity?

Answer 8

8.5 liters

Question 9

What are the advantages of the MK 16?

Answer 9

Minimal surface bubbles
Optimum efficiency of gas supply
Portability
Excellent mobility
Communications when used with FFM
Modularized assembly
Low-mu 
Low acoustic signature

Question 10

What are the disadvantages of the MK-16?

Answer 10

Extended decompression requirement for long bottom times or deep dives
Limited physical and thermal protection
No voice communications unless FFM
Extensive pre-dive/post dive procedures