Cutting open an SCBA bottle!

I cut open an SCBA bottle that has gone past its lifespan to take a look at what's inside.
Do not try this at home.
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[@Atoyota25]

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[@defiantone8063]

Another great vid! And thanks for sharing the same lane as me in the RMAC finals. Great meeting you!

[@Atoyota25]

You too! RMAC was a blast!!

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

Great video Tom !!! Cool intro also

[@back2backjack1]

Joe: I have watched so much of Ur vids and sent U money. The longer I watch and listen to U. BULL SHIT!!!

[@thomasguertin4200]

We can always rely on you Tom to answer those UNANSWERED questions !!

[@Atoyota25]

Happy to help!

[@supressorgrid]

I think that cutting the thing in half would have satisfied DOT regs...

[@Atoyota25]

I think they specify that a hole must be drilled in it. And, you know government... "Common sense will not be tolerated!" ;)

[@supressorgrid]

Know what you mean, I drive a truck hauling hazmat.

[@wm973]

Thanks for doing that. Great vid! Brings up a few questions.... 1. Would it be advisable to remove the regulator and inspect the tank for debris before the first use? 2. If the regulator has a long nipple, could you trim it so you can drain the tank of moisture? 3. When they hydro test it, is there any moisture left inside? 4. Should you just add a moisture trap and solve #'s 2 & 3? WM

[@Atoyota25]

By regulator, I'll assume you mean valve assembly? 1) No. When a bottle is new, it's been tested & inspected and is ready for use. 2) I suppose you 'could' but, I'd focus my efforts on the moisture issue. Also, There's a torque setting for putting the valve back in. I sure don't want to take the chance at doing anything wrong. 3) No. They thoroughly dry them before reassembly. 4) Yup! That's the best solution!

[@wm973]

Thanks for getting back so quickly. Now I can sleep better:) Have a great Memorial Day! WM

[@partypickle1015]

DID YOUR PARENTS HAVE ANY CHILDREN THAT LIVED?

[@airwolf269]

SCBA certain makes And or model 2019 new DOT law now have been extended from 15 years service life to 30 years service life. So your tank Scott was good for another 15 years (After passing Hydro Test) .

[@Atoyota25]

NEGATIVE. I researched what you are referring to. It needs more than a simple hydro test. It needs to go through a "Modal Acoustic Emission" test. Last time I looked this was not available to the civilian market and only pertained to certain bottles manufactured with specific DOT numbers. I appreciate the comment though! :)

[@airwolf269]

@@Atoyota25 It is available to the public you have to send your tank to this one place $250 plus shipping. If your tank fails you dont get charged. If it passes then it will get new label and you still have to get 5 year hydro test. i cant remember the damn name. I have the paper work for it. And yes its only to specific Dot number and it covers many tanks i have one.

[@Atoyota25]

@@airwolf269 Thanks for the update. It's been a while since I looked at it. I just picked up a tank for $275 with 10 years left. Sure, It was a good deal but, the numbers are pretty close. I think once they come down in price for the service, it'll make more sense to get it done.

[@shelbyjohnson8932]

What blade did u use on the saw?

[@Atoyota25]

It was either a metal or a combination demo blade.

[@Campfussell]

All kinds of Queen songs going through my mind as I watch ;-) Another One Bites The Dust......Under Pressure etc... LOL

[@Atoyota25]

LOL! That's a good one! Thanks for the laugh Jimmy!

[@ekeithf]

DOT says half inch hole 13mm may want to redrill that one.

[@wewekokowe6887]

Basically the more often you have it hydrotested, the more likely it is to fail next. The hydro testing is a money making business model. How does it feel to have cut up an almost flawless cylinder? Lol

[@Atoyota25]

No, it gets hydro's every 5 years, not more than that. 15 year lifespan = 2 hydro tests total. It feels fine to have cut it up and it was FAR from flawless.