{"product_id":"xs-scuba-aluminum-40-cylinder","title":"XS Scuba Metal Impact Aluminum 40 cu ft Pony Bottle – Redundant Air Supply Cylinder","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"160\" data-end=\"554\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"164\" data-end=\"219\"\u003eXS Scuba Metal Impact Aluminum 40 cu ft Pony Bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e is a durable, lightweight, and dependable scuba cylinder designed for use as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"299\" data-end=\"397\"\u003epony bottle, bailout cylinder, redundant air supply, or decompression\/safety stop gas cylinder\u003c\/strong\u003e. Manufactured from \u003cstrong data-start=\"417\" data-end=\"457\"\u003ehigh-strength 6061-T6 aluminum alloy\u003c\/strong\u003e, this cylinder combines reliable performance with corrosion resistance and long-term durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"556\" data-end=\"884\"\u003eWith its versatile \u003cstrong data-start=\"575\" data-end=\"601\"\u003e40 cubic foot capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e, this tank is an excellent option for divers seeking a larger-capacity redundant air system while still maintaining a streamlined profile. It is also a popular choice as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"774\" data-end=\"813\"\u003eprimary cylinder for younger divers\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering manageable size and weight without sacrificing air capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"886\" data-end=\"1123\"\u003eA pony bottle is an independent backup air source carried in addition to the diver’s primary cylinder. 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