APEKS MTX-RC STAGE 3
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BACK IN STOCK JAN 2026
The Apeks MTX‑RC Stage3 Regulator Set is the sweet spot for divers who want a near-total rig out of the box, minus only the pressure gauge (that’s Stage-4 territory). One first stage. One high-performance second stage. One fully capable octopus. All primary hoses, routing logic and cold-water engineering included. No half measures — no mismatched backups — no compromises.
Cold-water design, not cold-water hopeful
Forged from brass and protected by an impact-resistant over-moulded endcap, the first stage is built to harvest warmth and reject cold. Heat-exchange ribs and a ribbed diaphragm clamp pull ambient water temperature back into the system to help defeat freeze-induced free-flows — making this a legitimate all-season choice for UK divers, from winter shore entries to inland sites below 10°C.
Depth where performance isn’t tested — it’s proven
The unique over-balanced diaphragm ramps up hose gas pressure faster than surrounding water pressure rises on descent. The result is smoother airflow, dependable stability and confident work-of-breathing at the depths where other regs start feeling the strain.
Hose routing done properly
Five medium pressure ports, including a protected 5th 3/8" UNF port with bumper guard, are fed via a parallel-mounted rotating turret, letting hoses sit clean, logical and snag-free. Dual angled high-pressure ports optimise alignment for compact transmitters and tidy routing for dive electronics from Oceanic. A double-swivel primary hose at both 1st and 2nd stage liberates head movement, reduces torque, and keeps fatigue and mouth-pull to a minimum.
Backup breathing power that’s actually fit for purpose
The XTX 2nd stage uses a balanced poppet valve for stable, low-effort inhalation, a glove-friendly self-flushing purge, and elastomer bumpers to protect impact zones during transport, entries, shutdown drills and real expedition use. The octopus carries the same cold-certified pedigree, tested to EN250A levels, meaning your redundant air source is more than a token add-on — it’s a fully qualified lifesaver, ready for donation.
Safer breathing, longer dives
Jaw fatigue is dramatically reduced thanks to the trusted Comfo-Bite mouthpiece. The nylon braided hose stays flexible and flow-efficient in cold water, unlike traditional rubber alternatives. Infection-killing additives are moulded into key components to keep bacteria, viruses and fungi at bay. Cold is scrubbed by a patented heat exchanger that wraps the valve mechanism, constantly recycling thermal performance back into your breathing loop.
The set that actually finishes the job
You’re basically diving the moment you fit your pressure gauge.
No missing hoses. No missing backups. No missing confidence.
This is the one that gets you underwater and keeps you there.
In a nutshell:
✔ Stage-3 complete: 1st + 2nd + Octo (just add gauge)
✔ True sub-10°C thermal resilience
✔ Over-balanced pressure delivery at depth
✔ Rotating turret + smart port geometry
✔ Impact-protected and expedition-ready
✔ Reversible feed routing
✔ Breathe comfort engineered in
✔ Designed and manufactured in the UK