The PLANET 88X regulator isn’t just a step forward - it’s a revolution. By replacing conventional springs with a pneumatic valve system, Airmatic Technology enables a sensation so natural, divers describe it as breathing as if the air was simply there - as effortless and seamless as breathing on land.

This proprietary upstream design maintains stable performance regardless of depth or conditions. The internal structure has been brilliantly simplified to just three core components: a seat, a rubber sealing pad, and a single O-ring. The result is ultra-reliable, constant performance over time with minimal maintenance required.

And with Mares' signature VAD – Vortex Assisted Design, airflow remains powerful, direct, and responsive to the diver’s demand - whether exploring shallow reefs or descending into deep, cold wrecks.

DFC Technology
Mares’ DFC technology optimizes airflow through designated low-pressure ports, ensuring consistent breathing performance for recreational, expert, and technical divers.

TBP System
A completely isolated first stage ensures maximum reliability in extreme cold and depths, meeting NORSOK U-101 standards with exceptional pressure responsiveness.

AST Technology
The AST system automatically prevents water entry into the first stage, ensuring reliable performance without diver action, opening when pressurized and closing when not.

VAD Technology
The bypass tube creates a vortex and low-pressure center, aiding diaphragm movement for sensitive, natural breathing performance at all diving depths.

Airmatic Technology
Airmatic replaces springs with a pneumatic valve, delivering the smoothest and most consistent breathing comfort, with minimal resistance and zero mechanical wear.

All-Metal
Mares all-metal second stages use nickel-plated brass for superior heat exchange, resisting icing in cold water, delivering stable breathing, high durability, and reduced dry mouth.

88X First Stage

• TBP Dry Kit - Proprietary twin piston technology, environmentally sealed for better performance on cold water dives.
• AST - Auto Sealing Technology keeps the first stage dry and free from dirt, ensuring reliable performance. Natural DFC on all LP ports to ensure maximum delivery of air to the second stage.
• 5 LP ports on a swivel turret.
• OPV – Overpressure Valve – Ensures uninterrupted regulator functionality in the unlikely event of an increase in intermediate pressure.
• Hexagonal DIN Wheel – The hexagonal shape ensures a firm grip, extra control and prevents slipping, even in wet conditions or when wearing gloves.

Planet Second Stage

Natural Breathing 2.0 thanks to a combination of Mares exclusive regulator technologies:

• Airmatic Technology – A pneumatic valve eliminates mechanical resistance and allows for effortless, seamless airflow.
• VAD - Vortex Assisted Design for unobstructed airflow.
• All Metal Technology - For extreme cold water use.
• Manual Override – A button to control the airflow.
• Side-mounted pivoting purge button – Easy to locate and use.
• High airflow with the lowest breathing effort.
• Lightweight Superflex hose.