Thunderbird S06 6 cu ft aluminium scuba cylinder

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Thunderbird S06 6 cu ft (0.9 L) Aluminium Scuba Cylinder

SKU TBCAL06B

Our Price
AUD $325

Thunderbird’s smallest cylinder in this range: a very compact 6 cu ft, 0.9 L aluminium body for divers comparing auxiliary and pony-size options.

  • 6 cu ft · 0.9 L compact format
  • 6061-T6 aluminium · 207 bar
  • In Stock · No Valve or D/K Valve
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Product Overview

About This Product

The Thunderbird S06 is a very compact 6 cu ft aluminium cylinder with a 0.9 L water capacity and 207 bar working pressure. At 81 mm in diameter and 283 mm high, it is the smallest Thunderbird body in this range and a practical starting point for auxiliary or pony-size cylinder comparisons.

Compare the S06 with the S13 when you want the next capacity step while staying within Thunderbird’s compact aluminium range. Choose No Valve if you only require the cylinder body and will arrange the appropriate valve separately, or choose D/K Valve to have the valve included.

For divers familiar with Luxfer cylinders, Thunderbird continues the aluminium-cylinder manufacturing heritage of Luxfer’s former Graham, North Carolina operation, acquired by Thunderbird in 2021. Scuba cylinders are dispatched unassembled; the D/K valve is packed separately and is not fitted for transit.

Features

Key features

Smallest Thunderbird cylinder

The 81 mm diameter and 283 mm body height make the S06 the most compact option in this four-cylinder range.

Clear capacity step

Compare the S06 directly with the larger 13 cu ft S13 when physical size and available capacity both matter.

Two purchase configurations

Select the cylinder body alone or include a D/K valve packed separately for transit.

Highlights

Technical highlights

Compact auxiliary format

The S06 suits buyers comparing very small aluminium pony or auxiliary-cylinder bodies.

3/4 NPSM neck thread

The cylinder body uses the documented 3/4 NPSM neck thread.

Specifications

Technical specifications

Material
Aluminium alloy 6061-T6
Water Capacity
0.9 L
Working Pressure
207 bar
Cylinder Diameter
81 mm
Empty Weight
1.1 kg
Valve Configuration
Select No Valve or D/K Valve
Included Components
One cylinder; D/K valve included only when selected
Intended Configuration
Compact auxiliary, pony or reserve-cylinder format
Shipping

Shipping & Availability

Typically dispatches within 1–2 business days.

We ship Thunderbird cylinders Australia-wide from our Melbourne dive shop. Cylinders are dispatched unassembled; when D/K Valve is selected, the valve is included but packed separately and not fitted for transit.
Included

What is included

No Valve includes one cylinder body. D/K Valve includes one cylinder and one D/K valve. Cylinders are dispatched unassembled, with the valve packed separately and not fitted for transit.

Learn More

Choose the S06 when compact physical size leads the decision, then compare its 6 cu ft capacity, 207 bar pressure and valve choice with the larger S13 before ordering.

Product Help

Cylinder questions

What is the difference between No Valve and D/K Valve?

No Valve supplies the cylinder body only. D/K Valve includes one D/K valve, packed separately for shipping.

How does the S06 compare with the S13?

The S06 is the smaller option at 0.9 L and 6 cu ft. The S13 steps up to 1.9 L and 13 cu ft in a wider, taller body.

Does the valve arrive fitted?

No. Scuba cylinders are dispatched unassembled, so the included D/K valve is packed separately for transit.

What is Thunderbird’s connection with Luxfer?

Thunderbird acquired Luxfer’s Graham, North Carolina aluminium-cylinder operation in 2021 and continues that site’s manufacturing heritage.

Expert guidance

Comparing compact Thunderbird cylinders?

Ask our dive team to help compare the S06 and S13 body sizes, capacities and valve configurations for your planned setup.

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System Components

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