Our new Variable Speed technology has resulted in the world's first floating, battery-powered hookah systems capable of supporting multiple divers to recreational depths for over an hour! Divers and boaters who prefer not to store and handle gasoline now have a cleaner and greener option for hookah.
THE BEST VALUE IN HOOKAH DIVING, ANYWHERE!
Brownie's™ new eco-friendly variable speed units revolutionize hookah diving. (Patent Pending) The Brownie's Third Lung Variable Speed System (patent pending) provides a versatile, efficient and environmentally-friendly solution for all your diving needs.
A variable speed controller adjusts the compressor speed to match diver demand for air, reducing its speed when the need is low, increasing it when the need is high. This results in a considerable energy savings over conventional fixed speed devices.
It can be powered by either an AC power pack when installed on your boat or used on land where electricity is available, or with "quick change" (no tools required) batteries for all-day diving with the floating system tube.
The electric motor means carrying gasoline to power the compressor is no longer necessary and environmental impact is reduced by eliminating the carbon emissions. Compared to all the gas powered units, the Brownie’s Variable Speed Systems produce about 40-50% less noise making these units even quieter than before.
For decades Brownie’s tested every viable compressor option available in an attempt to provide a floating battery powered alternative that would meet the Hookah market performance, logistics and ergonomic demands.
Literally dozens of compressor/motor/battery combinations where tested. The result was generally the same; either tremendous inefficiency leading to enormous battery packs or disappointing performance.
The VS invention overcomes these historical obstacles. The compressor speed instantly responds to diver demand accelerating from 0-2700 rpm’s in a matter of seconds. The VS quickly mirrors most any breathing pattern comes to a full stop during diver exhalation or time on the surface and then re-accelerates to full performance upon demand.
"KEYED TO DIVER DEMAND"
The diver performance chart speaks volumes; the data the VS is compared to is from the top competitive devices in the world.
In the early phase of development of Brownie’s VS, consideration to accommodate a wide range of battery brands also spurred the analysis of a “batteries not included” business model. While simpler and potentially advantageous in the beginning, the analysis clearly demonstrated the value of maintaining control of product quality by providing the batteries.
Our research led us directly to the premier military spec battery company; Odyssey “The Extreme Battery”. Odyssey batteries provide predictable values, reliable quality and a broad range of other unique features, including a 100% life-span warranty making their selection an easy decision. They can even ship their batteries by air to our dealers around the world, fully charged and ready to go...
Our second great invention incorporated into the VS is a novel Quick Change Battery system. The design focus was driven by weight feasibility, ergonomics and run-time dynamics. Since most divers prefer dives longer than 30 or 45-minutes we created a system that provides dive times over one hour and a quick and easy method for exchanging batteries for those who desire multiple dives per day. The Quick Change Battery system has even eliminated cable connectors.
The VS Quick Change Battery system makes swapping to a fresh set of batteries, literally instantaneous; simply open the battery door lid by means of a one-finger latch pull; snatch the batteries from the fitted tray and re-insert a fresh set; shut the lid and the VS is running again.
The large brass spring-loaded contacts are ingeniously hidden in the base of the lid. A marine breaker/switch is connected in line to the VS with a time-delay program keeping the system completely ignition free. No tools or connectors are required to swap the VS/QC batteries.
When back at the dock, pool side or on a vessel with 110 or 220-240 volt AC power, the optional AC Power Supply fits directly in place of the batteries and will continuously supply power to the VS.
Based on the same compressor principles as our world famous gas-powered systems, the VS Electric systems provide a smooth supply of air for up to 3 divers. Electric operation is cleaner and requires less service and maintenance than gasoline engines.
You can expect run times of 60-90 minutes on a fully charged battery set. You can easliy extend your diving day with the purchase of a second set of batteries. The batteries are easily changed in just a few seconds - no tools required.
Our unique patent pending technology adjusts the compressor's speed and output to the divers' need for air. When diving deep or working to fight a current, the compressor will run up to maximum speed. If breathing and demand decrease (with fewer divers or by diving at shallower depths), the compressor speed will automatically slow and may even temporarily stop; conserving battery power and extending dive time.
Choose from our most popular system configurations.
Brownie's Exclusive Hose System
Just like bicycle riders reduce effort when riding together in a pack, Brownie's has found a way to reduce the work required by any single diver by dispersing the load over the entire group. Our unique PeletonTM Hose System utilizes a single large diameter hose as a main downline. Up to 4 individual 20 ft diver hoses can be attached (depending on the systems being used) to provide the optimum amount of efficiency while mantaining single diver freedom.
VS265XE - 2 Diver "XE" Package $4,746 Includes: Everything listed in the 2 Diver X Package plus:(2) Complete Egressor™ mini-scuba system with 6 cu ft tank.**
VS335XE - 3 Diver "XE" Package $5,481 Includes: Everything listed in the 3 Diver X Package plus: (3) Complete Egressor™ mini-scuba system with 6 cu ft tank.**
