The Triton Personal Submarine

The Triton Personal Submarine

Have you ever wanted to have a real adventure? Do you ever dream about studying the deep oceans in which the most advanced scuba diver cannot go? If you think about the depth restrictions that face most divers, the idea of a small 'personal' submarine with capabilities of depths of 1,000 or 3,300 feet sounds pretty interesting. A real submarine is now available from Triton Submarines, who build several designs at their facilities in Florida. Created for yacht based use, these deep water submersibles feature the greatest in technology and safety.Sigelei 150 Watt Temperature Control Box Mod

Obviously, this is the serious piece of equipment which isn't something that you decide to buy impulsively. Up till now, only ocean engineers, scientists, researchers, and military specialists could explore the depths of the ocean and experience exploring depths between 200 and 1,000 feet or deeper. Tritons are available in 2 and 3 person models with two depth designs, 1000 feet or 3300 feet. All four models are ABS classed vessels which provide very strict safety requirements.

Triton models are engineered with many different unique features that set them in addition to the competition. The acrylic sphere offers an extreme viewing which maximizes the ability. Its compact design requires less than 14 x 9 feet of deck space, yet is quite stable in the water with the catamaran design. They are launched and recovered without personnel inside. By not requiring a 'man-rated launch and recovery system' the expense of purchase and operation is kept lower. The sub has great maneuverability having the ability to rotate within its length. The main ballast chambers are placed directly above the standard batteries which power the submarine. Compressed air and oxygen tanks are located directly below the occupant compartment. Onboard automated electronic systems provide highly sophisticated control and monitoring capabilities.

The sub is engineered using a great deal of technology created for ease of operation. The thrusters are controlled with a three axis joystick which allows complete control of the sub. All systems are monitored by both mechanical gauges and electronic 'touch screen' reducing complications for your pilot. With features such as an advanced auto pilot, GPS/Doppler navigation, automated alarms, and embedded checklists for added safety, this is a highly capable submarine. Moreover, the sub features monitors for oxygen, skin tightening and, temperature, humidity, barometric pressure, depth, and gas pressures. Dependant on the model, the endurance time is between Six to ten hours. Sigelei 150 Watt Temperature Control Box Mod

The occupants are sitting upright in comfortable seats within the air conditioned passenger compartment. Since that passenger compartment remains at one atmosphere pressure, it is not necessary for concerns about decompression sickness, nitrogen narcosis, or oxygen toxicity. The submarine can rapidly dive to depth and surface for the recovery position without making decompression stops.

Here is the ultimate in tech diving. The submarine is much like one big re-breather unit with the tanks strapped underneath, this is not on your back or side. Precautionary features include quick drop ballast, making the sub buoyant at any depth. The hydraulic articulated arm includes a quick emergency disconnect also. Safety measures are designed into every facet of the submarine. If your system malfunctions, you can find redundant systems in place to prevent failure.

Living support system from the Triton uses what is known as a 'metabolic make-up system', the same as other submersibles and submarines. The cabin is replenished with oxygen as the crew consumes it along with the carbon dioxide is removed (scrubbed) through a bed of soda lime granules. The machine provides for a constant flow of oxygen adjusted with the consumption rate in the occupants. The cabin pressure stays at one atmosphere aside from slight changes in pressure as a result of temperature changes. Remember Charles' Law from your dive class days? The cabin pressure is monitored by an aneroid barometer.

The Triton Submarine company includes an extremely advanced training course with the purchase of each submarine. They've developed a sub-simulator that provides a 'hands on' feel of operational procedures using the sub. In addition, they provide an in-house pilot and maintenance program together with 24/7 product support.

Undeniably, the Triton personal submarines would be the most practical way to explore the oceans at depths beyond that regarding the recreational diver. So, if you are planning to explore the ocean depths from 300-1000 feet or deeper, you should learn more about the submarine models from Triton Submarines.

We know that the market for the Triton Submarine is incredibly limited around the world. However, we see a commercial application along with some extreme ocean experience adventure providers. Our recent visit to their facility allowed us to view the quality firsthand and we're planning to write more articles with regards to their submarines.