Maximum operating depth
Maximum Operating Depth (MOD) is a term used in scuba diving, particularly in technical diving, to refer to the depth at which a particular breathing gas mixture becomes hazardous due to oxygen toxicity.
Definition[edit | edit source]
The Maximum Operating Depth of a gas is the depth at which the partial pressure of oxygen (ppO2) in the breathing mix reaches a level considered to be the maximum safe limit. This limit is generally accepted to be 1.4 atmospheres (atm) for normal diving, and 1.6 atm for decompression stops.
Calculation[edit | edit source]
The MOD is calculated using the formula:
MOD = ((ppO2 / fraction of oxygen) - 1) x 10
Where:
- ppO2 is the maximum safe partial pressure of oxygen, usually set at 1.4 atm for normal diving and 1.6 atm for decompression stops.
- Fraction of oxygen is the proportion of oxygen in the breathing mix, expressed as a decimal.
Considerations[edit | edit source]
While the MOD provides a guideline for safe diving depths, it is not the only factor to consider. Divers must also take into account nitrogen narcosis, decompression sickness, and the no-decompression limit.
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