Food Grade Silicone Spray

[Boyet]

Guys,
I purchase at Bass Pro Shop some FOOD GRADE SILICONE SPRAY that I use to clean my Rocket fins. It says in the label that it does not damage rubber and also protects it. My main diaphragm is still the original rubber. Have you guys ever use silicone spray to clean it or is it bad that you don't recommend it.
Thanks,
Boyett

[captain]

I have used silicone and not always food grade on rubber item for years.

[Bryan]

In my opinion this is the best place for an original diaphragm.


Secondly please be careful with using silicone or any other type of grease on your regulator.....Too much on the edge of the diaphragm and there is a possibility it can slip out of place under heavy demand. Excess grease attracts and holds every tiny bit of grit and sand and makes surfaces abrasive.
In the USD manual it does not call for any lubricant at all. Use it sparingly at best.

A new silicone diaphragm will give you a noticeable decrease in your WOB, never needs lubricating and is almost impervious to the elements.

[1969ivan1]

Please NEVER slather your diaphragm with grease! I wish that certain people would stop telling the new guys to do this! It is very dangerous. There is a lot of misinformation out there from armchair divers so be careful what or who you listen to. You have come to the right place for the good 411 however.