Catalina S63 Scuba Tank Review

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Sylvia Jenkins
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The world-renowned Catalina cylinders is a homegrown company, their tanks manufactured in California. They supply scuba divers around the world, in over 100 countries! If you find the regular S80 too big/heavy or perhaps it’s too long on your back, then choose S63. 

Approximately 4 inches shorter and 4lbs lighter, many smaller divers find downsizing makes for a much comfier dive. But don’t worry, downsizing doesn’t mean downgrading! Buying a Catalina cylinder means you will be buying a world-class product.

About this review

To help you find a Scuba Tank that will fit your needs, we’ve tested, researched, and reviewed the best ones available today.
We test both in the water, diving in various conditions - and in our lab - so we can give you accurate answers on quality, performance, and the overall value.

Read about our test of Scuba Tanks

Recommended in: Scuba Tank

Things we like:

  • Great tank for smaller divers or children/teenagers
  • Shorter and lighter
  • Can be used with both DIN & Yoke regulators
  • Easily refillable
  • Reputable Brand

Things we don't like:

  • Smaller tank so not as versatile

Specs & Features

Size: 63cu / 9L
Weight: 27.2lbs/12.3kg
Buoyancy when full: -2.8lbs/ -1.3kg
Buoyancy when empty: 1.8lbs/0.8kg
Height: 21.6inches / 55cm
Material: aluminum
Valve type: Sherwood Pro Valve, suitable for DIN & Yoke
Maximum working pressure: 3000PSI / 207bar
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