Air Fill Policy | SoCal Scuba Classes
SCDiving – PADI Scuba Classes, Guided Dives & Rentals in Camarillo, CA
CLOSED Opens at 5:30 PM
PADI 5-Star Dive Center

Air Fill Policy

Review our current scuba air fill rules, tank inspection requirements, credit usage, rental details, and account information before bringing in cylinders for service.

Last Updated: June 17, 2025
1 Credit Standard air fill per tank.
2 Credits Daily tank rental per tank, per day.
No Expiration Credits stay valid indefinitely.
Certification Required Please present a current scuba diver certification card for fills.

1. Certification & Tank Requirements

  • Valid Certification: Present a current scuba diver certification card for all fills.
  • Inspections: Tanks must have a valid yearly visual inspection sticker and a current hydrostatic test stamp.
  • Safety Refusal: We may refuse to fill any tank deemed unsafe, including those flagged by PSI or regulators.
  • Low-Pressure Tanks: Tanks under 75 PSI require a visual inspection before filling.

2. Credit Usage & Fill Rules

  • Standard Fill: 1 credit per tank.
  • Double Tanks: Count as two tanks and use 2 credits.
  • Pony Tanks (19 cu ft or smaller):
    • With a regular tank fill: Free and no extra credit is used.
    • Without a regular tank fill: 1 credit.
  • Hot/Rush Fills: Tanks can lose 300 to 700 PSI as they cool. We recommend returning later for a top-off if needed.

3. Rentals

Daily tank rental requires 2 credits per tank, per day.

4. Cards & Credits

  • No Cash Value: Credits are non-refundable, non-transferable, and cannot be redeemed for cash.
  • No Expiration: Credits remain valid indefinitely.

5. Purchase & Account Management

  • Online Purchase: Buy cards and credits anytime on our online store.
  • Auto-Update: Credits usually post to your account within about 30 minutes of purchase.
  • Account Access: Log in at SCDiving Client Access Portal to view balances and equipment history.