P-Valve Quick Disconnect

Robust P-Valve Quick Disconnector for drysuit divers with a metal clasp for easy donning and doffing of catheters from relief hose.

This is a quick disconnect system with a one-way flow. As soon as the system is separated, the check valve engages and prevents any flow back.

The P-Valve Quick Disconnector is ideal for longer days beside the sea, on boat trips, etc., where the P-valve (and catheter) can be disengaged multiple times, or divers can easily attach themselves to the P-valve hose.

The female section features a check valve, and the male section connects to the catheter, creating a safe and convenient system for underwater use.

How to use a P-Valve Quick Disconnector

The (bulkier) female section with the quick-release mechanism is usually attached to the end of the P-Valve Hose (where it lives on). The hose allows flow to the release valve on the dry suit. The (low-profile) male section is then connected to the catheter to be used.

If you are using the widely popular Wideband Catheters, you can trim about 1cm from their connection point to prevent any possible kinking. Before attaching the catheter, insert the "male end" of the connector into the catheter connection point. 

With the above set, you're ready for a dive or a day out. The catheter can be worn and kept in place (or used for discharge) without being connected to the hose.

Connecting and disconnecting the hose is a straightforward process. It can be done discreetly on a boat, beach, or elsewhere by simply using the visible plastic heads of the connectors. The system can then be disconnected for surface break or, as before, connected directly before a dive.

SHIPPING:

We aim to dispatch all in-stock items within 2 working days but will inform you of approximate delivery times should any item on your order be out of stock or on supplier backorder due to current manufacturing or transport delays caused by global shortages and/or impeded production.

Please refer to our Shipping Policy and Returns & Refunds Policy for detailed information on delivery terms and returns.

Our current shipping rates are as follows:

• UK mainland orders £45 and over: FREE
• UK mainland orders under £45: £4.90 Fixed Rate
• Scottish Higland and Islands & Isle of Man: £9.90 Fixed Rate
• Channel Islands & Northern Ireland: £14.90 Fixed Rate
• European Union: £13.90 + 5% of order value (maximum £30)
• Rest of the World: £19.50 + 8% of order value (maximum £55)
• BFPO Post Codes: £20

INTERNATIONAL EXCEPTIONS:

For international orders containing weights, cylinders (excluding suit inflation bottles) and Suex scooters please contact us in advance before placing your order.

These products are not included in our global max-capped shipping rates and are only shipped outside of UK mainland after freight cost is calculated based on total weight, dimensions of parcel, location of delivery and the courier service used. We will let you know what this cost will be before processing any order.

All cylinders we ship within and outside of UK mainland are filled and tested on site before being emptied for dispatch. Cylinders shipped outside of the UK will be empty and will also have their valves removed, requiring reassembly after you receive delivery. Twinset manifolds and bands will also be removed and dispatched together with the cylinders for safe global shipping.

RETURNS & REFUNDS

We offer a 30 day return for any product sold under our Returns & Refunds Policy Please contact us before any return with your order number and date details. Receive our Returns Authorisation Form and instructions and enclose them with your return to expedite a refund. Detailed information is available in our Returns & Refunds Policy.

Email us at sales@dirdirect.com or call us on +44(0)1305 824 555

Note that all returned items are shipped at the customer's own risk and remain the customer's property until received by Underwater Explorers, so please ensure they are packaged well and use reliable postal services with tracking facilities. The goods will be inspected on arrival. 

Return postages are at your own cost and our outbound shipping costs (if items are sold with integrated basic shipping charges i.e. Free shipping for orders £45 and above) the UK shipping rate may be deducted from any UK mainland refund unless linked to a fault/defect claim. 

Please contact us with your order number and name before sending any returns to:

Underwater Explorers – Returns
Unit 1, Maritime Business Centre
Mereside, Portland
Dorset, DT5 1FD 
United Kingdom

Please refer to our Shipping Policy and Returns & Refunds Policy for detailed information.