{"product_id":"scubapro-mk17-evo2-1st-stage-scuba-diving-regulator","title":"ScubaPro MK17 EVO2 Regulator - REG472 DIN","description":"\u003ch2\u003eScubaPro MK17 EVO2 Regulator - REG472 DIN\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe new MK17 EVO 2 is a sealed diaphragm first stage with a dry chamber based on a twin spring layout and two HP ports at 15-degree angle to make hose routing easier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSealed balanced diaphragm design makes for the ultimate compact first stage for cold water or contaminated diving conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAir-balanced diaphragm delivers consistent and effortless airflow, regardless of depth, tank pressure, or breathing rate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry chamber is completely environmentally sealed with a dual diaphragm system that keeps out contaminated water. The rib is designed to enhance heat exchange, making the first stage cold water-proof.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo opposing high-pressure ports positioned on a 15º angle allow the first stage to be positioned either up or down, plus provide an optimal hose\/transmitter layout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tabs-content-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhat our Experts Think\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:54fe5ba5-ef4e-44b2-857b-34eb5f687dbb-8\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:54fe5ba5-ef4e-44b2-857b-34eb5f687dbb-8\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:54fe5ba5-ef4e-44b2-857b-34eb5f687dbb-8\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-18\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-conversation-screenshot-content=\"\" class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"3b3aed19-0408-4ca9-b85b-4c3dcf3d039c\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3-mini\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"28\" data-end=\"1141\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dyfchu\" data-start=\"28\" data-end=\"212\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"30\" data-end=\"69\"\u003ePremium cold-water regulator system\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for divers who demand maximum reliability, stability, and smooth breathing in all conditions. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1vfnsgr\" data-start=\"213\" data-end=\"405\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"215\" data-end=\"257\"\u003eMK17 EVO2 sealed diaphragm first stage\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers consistent airflow while fully protecting internal components from sand, silt, and freezing water. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"q19oiy\" data-start=\"406\" data-end=\"588\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"408\" data-end=\"438\"\u003eCompact twin-spring design\u003c\/strong\u003e improves durability and mechanical reliability while keeping the first stage lightweight and travel-friendly. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bksnuz\" data-start=\"589\" data-end=\"758\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"591\" data-end=\"623\"\u003eBalanced airflow performance\u003c\/strong\u003e ensures effortless breathing at any depth or tank pressure, even under high demand situations. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"7p6jy5\" data-start=\"759\" data-end=\"935\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"761\" data-end=\"820\"\u003eOptimized hose routing (2 HP + 4 LP ports at 15° angle)\u003c\/strong\u003e allows clean, flexible setup for recreational or technical configurations. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"myccpe\" data-start=\"936\" data-end=\"1141\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"938\" data-end=\"992\"\u003eIdeal for cold, deep, and challenging environments\u003c\/strong\u003e—a top choice for serious recreational divers and advanced diving applications seeking long-term dependability. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eQ\u0026amp;A\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-6a46a1f1-8334-83e8-805a-22ca56842fac-4\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-6a46a1f1-8334-83e8-805a-22ca56842fac-4\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-6a46a1f1-8334-83e8-805a-22ca56842fac-4\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-18\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-conversation-screenshot-content=\"\" class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"a9fbf797-32aa-4c90-b005-76e3d06c4074\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3-mini\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"346\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"68\"\u003eQ: What is the ScubaPro MK17 EVO2 Regulator System (REG472 DIN)?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"68\" data-end=\"71\"\u003eA: It is a high-performance, environmentally sealed first stage regulator designed for cold water, technical, and recreational diving, paired with ScubaPro’s latest MK17 EVO2 balanced diaphragm platform for smooth and reliable airflow. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"348\" data-end=\"641\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"348\" data-end=\"399\"\u003eQ: Is the MK17 EVO2 good for cold water diving?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"399\" data-end=\"402\"\u003eA: Yes. It is fully environmentally sealed with a dry chamber and dual diaphragm system that prevents water, sand, and contaminants from entering, making it ideal for cold and challenging conditions. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"643\" data-end=\"901\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"643\" data-end=\"693\"\u003eQ: What breathing performance does it provide?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"693\" data-end=\"696\"\u003eA: The balanced diaphragm design delivers consistent airflow regardless of depth or tank pressure, ensuring effortless and stable breathing in all dive environments. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"903\" data-end=\"1132\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"903\" data-end=\"960\"\u003eQ: How many ports does it have for setup flexibility?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"960\" data-end=\"963\"\u003eA: It includes 2 high-pressure ports and 4 low-pressure ports, allowing flexible hose routing and clean instrument configuration. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1134\" data-end=\"1409\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1134\" data-end=\"1178\"\u003eQ: What makes the DIN version different?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1178\" data-end=\"1181\"\u003eA: The DIN connection screws directly into the cylinder valve, creating a more secure and compact seal compared to Yoke systems, and is often preferred for technical and cold-water diving. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1411\" data-end=\"1618\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1411\" data-end=\"1456\"\u003eQ: Who is this regulator best suited for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1456\" data-end=\"1459\"\u003eA: It is ideal for advanced recreational, technical, and cold-water divers who want maximum reliability, durability, and consistent high-performance breathing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eMaintenance Tips\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ktyiz7\" data-start=\"22\" data-end=\"242\"\u003eRinse the regulator thoroughly with fresh water after every dive, preferably while the MK17 EVO2 first stage is still pressurized. If disconnected, ensure the DIN dust cap is securely fitted to prevent water ingress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"c2urlj\" data-start=\"243\" data-end=\"375\"\u003eAllow all components to air dry completely in a cool, shaded area before storage to help prevent corrosion and moisture buildup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16p4ha9\" data-start=\"376\" data-end=\"574\"\u003eInspect the MK17 EVO2 first stage, hoses, DIN connection, O-rings, and second stage fittings regularly for signs of wear, leaks, or damage before each dive. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1fvu3jb\" data-start=\"575\" data-end=\"760\"\u003eKeep the sealed diaphragm system clean and free from sand, salt, and debris to maintain reliable performance in cold or silty water conditions. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"165ms0a\" data-start=\"761\" data-end=\"915\"\u003eOperate the inhalation adjustment knob and VIVA lever periodically to ensure smooth movement, but avoid any internal adjustments beyond user controls.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"g0jhdl\" data-start=\"916\" data-end=\"1063\"\u003eStore the regulator in a padded gear bag with hoses loosely coiled, away from direct sunlight, heat, chemicals, and heavy pressure on fittings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"mvstay\" data-start=\"1064\" data-end=\"1235\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003eHave the MK17 EVO2 professionally inspected and serviced at manufacturer-recommended intervals by an authorized SCUBAPRO technician to ensure safe, reliable performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Scubapro","offers":[{"title":"DIN","offer_id":45807396749503,"sku":"REG472 DIN","price":321.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"YOKE","offer_id":45807396782271,"sku":"REG472 YOKE","price":321.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0683\/5703\/0079\/files\/reg265_din.jpg?v=1783016596","url":"https:\/\/www.mybackyardzone.com\/products\/scubapro-mk17-evo2-1st-stage-scuba-diving-regulator","provider":"Your Outdoor Setup Starts Here","version":"1.0","type":"link"}