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Dive Rite XT Back-Plate Pad

SKU: DIV1036MFR: BC1037

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Dive Rite XT Pad: Enhanced comfort for back plates.
Durable nylon build ensures lasting BCD performance.
Open-cell foam padding offers quick-dry comfort.
Streamlined design improves scuba gear experience.
Marine-grade grommets add to BCD's durability.
Lightweight pad: Only 6oz for easy BCD travel.

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TUSA BB React BCD

SKU: TBTBBRC

TUSA BCD: Streamlined design for reduced drag.
Back-Inflated BCD: Superior comfort & stability.
Integrated weights: Enjoy balanced scuba diving.
Durable nylon BCD: Built for lasting performance.
Quick inflation BCD: Easy buoyancy control underwater.
40 lbs lift capacity: Confident scuba gear ascent.

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Underwater Kinetics Super BCD & Regulator Hanger

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Dive Rite Artic Wing

SKU: DIVAAW

Dive Rite BCD: Durable 1680 denier ballistic nylon.
45 lbs lift capacity for optimal buoyancy control.
Streamlined design enhances underwater maneuverability.
Technical BCD with SuperFabric brand side panels.
Lightweight Artic Wing BCD, weighs only 2.5 lbs.
Heavy-duty nylon bladder ensures lasting durability.

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OMS Stainless Steel Back Plate w/Comfort Harness System III

SKU: OMSSBPHMFR: OM20318

Durable stainless steel backplate for tech diving.
Comfort harness ensures secure, streamlined fit.
Adjustable BCD system supports single/double tanks.
Multiple D-rings offer versatile gear attachment.
Streamlining design enhances buoyancy control.
Lightweight tech BCD: only 4.85 lbs (2.2 kg).

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Mares HV Single Backmount Set XR Line

SKU: MRSHVSBMFR: 417575BKSI

Optimal Scuba Gear; Superior 17.5kg Lift Capacity.
Durable 1000D Cordura BCD ensures longevity.
Streamlined Design offers Enhanced Dive Comfort.
Integrated D-Rings for Secure Accessory Attachment.
Robust Stainless Steel Backplate for Stability.
Precise Buoyancy Control for Technical Divers.

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Hollis ST Wings

SKU: HLSSTW

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Streamlined Hollis BCD design reduces drag underwater.
Rugged 1680 Cordura Nylon provides superior BCD durability.
Integrated weight system enhances diving comfortability.
22/35 lbs lift capacity wing for optimal buoyancy control.
Easy adjustments with Hollis Gear Power Inflator mechanism.
Technical BCD with RF welded seams for lasting quality.

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Sherwood Luna BCD with Gemini Octopus

SKU: PCKDSWDLUMFR: LUN30-GEM

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Streamlined design BCD for superior buoyancy control.
Durable jacket style BCD with integrated weight system.
Comfortable fit BCD with adjustable shoulder straps.
Easy access pockets on this scuba diving BCD.
Sherwood Luna BCD: rugged nylon for lasting durability.
Integrated octopus BCD for safer, easier diving.

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Dive Rite Basic Harness

SKU: DIV1063MFR: BC1063

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Streamlined design for technical BCD diving.
Durable harness webbing ensures lasting performance.
Comfortable fit with adjustable Dive Rite harness.
Integrated weight system for optimal buoyancy control.
Stainless steel D-rings offer secure gear attachment.
Dive Rite BCD: enhanced stability & weight distribution.

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Dive Rite Deluxe Harness

SKU: DIV1080MFR: BC1080

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Durable nylon webbing for technical BCD dives.
Stainless steel hardware ensures lasting BCD quality.
Streamlined design enhances buoyancy control underwater.
Adjustable harness offers superior comfort and fit.
Lightweight BCD system improves dive experience.
Dive Rite harness: reliable technical BCD support.

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Apeks WTX Backplate

SKU: APXBP

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Durable stainless steel backplate for tech diving.
Optimize buoyancy control with this Apeks BCD.
Streamlined design enhances underwater agility.
Compatible with Apeks WTX harness for secure fit.
Adjust weight easily with single or double tanks.
Comfortable & durable BCD for technical scuba gear.

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Zeagle Backplate Pad

SKU: ZGLBPPMFR: 519-PAD01

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Enhances comfort with 1/2" foam & Pac-Cloth pad.
Durable backplate pad fits Zeagle backplates securely.
Provides essential cushioning for backplate diving gear.
Easy attachment with hook & loop harness straps.
Includes plastic screw fasteners for secure fitting.
Streamlines Zeagle BCD setup for optimal diving.

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Seac Smart BCD

SKU: SECSTBC

Streamlined Seac BCD design for reduced drag.
Durable Cordura BCD build ensures lasting performance.
Enjoy superior comfort fit with this travel BCD.
Quick-release pockets for easy weight adjustments.
Achieve precise buoyancy control with 3 dump valves.
Six stainless steel D-rings to clip scuba gear.

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TUSA Soverin Alpha BC with AWLS III

SKU: TBTJ02

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TUSA BCD: Superior buoyancy control underwater.
Jacket Style BCD: Comfortable, secure fit design.
Integrated weights: Streamlined scuba gear profile.
Durable 500D Cordura Nylon BCD construction.
Adjustable straps: Custom comfort, secure scuba fit.
TUSA BCD: Enhanced weight capacity, trim pockets.

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Underwater Kinetics Super BCD & Regulator Hanger

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TUSA Conquest II BCD (BC0201)

SKU: TBTJ201

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TUSA BCD: Superior comfort & adjustable fit.
Integrated weights: Streamlined scuba gear design.
38-53 lbs lift capacity buoyancy compensator.
Durable 840D/420D nylon BCD construction.
Easy inflation/deflation with TUSA's APA.
Adjustable straps for secure, custom BCD fit.

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Underwater Kinetics Super BCD & Regulator Hanger

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Hollis Side-Mount SMS 75 Complete

SKU: HLSSM75C

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Streamlined Technical BCD design for reduced drag.
35lb lift capacity provides superior buoyancy control.
Durable 1000D Cordura nylon BCD for lasting use.
Adjustable straps ensure a comfortable, secure fit.
Side-mount BCD configuration enhances streamlining.
Stainless steel rings offer secure gear attachment.

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Mares Magellan HD BCD

SKU: MRSMHD

Streamlined design for reduced drag underwater.
Integrated weight system enhances dive comfort.
Durable BCD construction ensures longevity.
40-50 Lbs lift capacity for optimal buoyancy.
Stainless Steel D-Rings for secure gear attachment.
Travel BCD: Lightweight design, easy to transport.

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Scubapro S-Tek Back Plate Pad Color Kit

SKU: SCPSBPCK

Enhances comfort with molded Monprene material.
Durable back plate pad for Scubapro BCD systems.
Provides added buoyancy control and stability.
Streamlined design reduces drag underwater.
Easy access mounting hardware is included.
Lightweight design; weighs only 6.4 ounces.

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Scubapro S-Tek Donut Wing

SKU: SCPSDW

Streamlined technical BCD design enhances comfort.
Durable 1000D Cordura provides lasting BCD performance.
Scubapro BCD offers superior buoyancy control.
Technical BCD with easy adjustments for custom fit.
Lightweight BCD design improves streamlining underwater.
S-Tek BCD wing ensures optimal weight capacity.

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Apeks One-Piece Webbed Harness

SKU: APXOPWHMFR: 727113BKGR

Durable nylon webbing for technical BCD security.
Customize your scuba gear with adjustable webbing.
Streamlined design enhances buoyancy control underwater.
Six stainless steel D-rings for essential gear access.
Secure latch-style buckles ensure easy adjustments.
Configure for single or doubles cylinder capacity.

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Dive Rite Deluxe Harness with Quick Release Buckles

SKU: DIV1080QMFR: BC1080Q

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Durable nylon webbing for technical BCD diving.
Stainless steel hardware ensures lasting performance.
Streamlined design enhances comfort underwater.
Quick-release buckles offer easy BCD adjustments.
Optimal weight distribution for improved buoyancy control.
Dive Rite harness: reliable scuba gear for all levels.

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Mares Kaila SLS Weight System BCD

SKU: MRSKLS

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Streamlined design BCD for reduced drag underwater.
Integrated weight system enhances diving comfort.
420 Cordura nylon BCD ensures lasting durability.
Adjustable straps provide a comfortable, secure fit.
35.9 lbs lift capacity for optimal buoyancy control.
Ergo Inflator allows for easy buoyancy adjustments.

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Hollis Katana 2 SMS System Dual Bladder

SKU: HLSK2DMFR: 208.1382

Streamlined Technical BCD design for reduced drag.
1000-Denier Cordura Nylon ensures BCD durability.
40 lbs lift Hollis BCD provides optimal buoyancy control.
Integrated weight system (20 lbs) enhances comfort fit.
Stainless steel rings offer secure gear attachment points.
Adjustable straps provide a custom, secure BCD fit.

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Hollis DT Wings

SKU: HLSDTW

Streamlined technical BCD for reduced drag underwater.
Durable 1680 Cordura nylon BCD for lasting performance.
Integrated weight system enhances diving comfort, adjustability.
50 lbs lift capacity BCD for optimal buoyancy control.
Hollis Gear power inflator ensures reliable inflation.
RF welded seams provide superior BCD durability.

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Dive Rite Rec XT Wing Dual Bladder

SKU: DIV5300DMFR: BC5300-DUAL

Dive Rite wing: 45 lbs buoyancy control.
Dual bladder BCD: Enhanced safety, redundancy.
Streamlined tech BCD: Cordura, stainless steel.
Lightweight BCD: Travel-friendly, only 3.12 lbs.
Durable BCD wing: 1000-Denier Cordura outer bag.
Easy access valves: Dual power inflators included.

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Buoyancy Compensators

Discover our comprehensive selection of BCDs (Buoyancy Control Devices) designed to enhance your diving experience. At Scuba.com, we offer a variety of diving buoyancy compensators tailored for divers of all levels, providing optimal stability and comfort underwater. Our BCDs feature adjustable straps, multiple pockets, and integrated weight systems for convenience and ease of use. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced diver, our range of BCDs ensures you can achieve the perfect buoyancy control while exploring the underwater world. Shop our collection today to find the ideal diving buoyancy compensator for your needs!

Maintaining neutral buoyancy helps you dive safely when exploring the ocean’s depths. Wearing a buoyancy compensator device (BCD) helps you fine-tune your buoyancy underwater so you can float on the surface or drift effortlessly mid-water to allow you to observe the scenery. Scuba BCDs also make it easier for you to float so you can rest on the surface or swim to dive sites while carrying your equipment.

Gain More Control Underwater with a Scuba BCD

A scuba buoyancy compensator is a vest-like fitted jacket that connects to your scuba tank through a hose. This piece of equipment contains an inflatable air bladder that helps you maintain proper air buoyancy whether you’re on the surface or beneath the water.

A BCD scuba device has air pockets that you can inflate and deflate with the push of a button to control your depth in the water. Do this slowly and by letting out small amounts of air each time. Dumping too much air into your BCD could result in negative buoyancy, causing you to descend to the bottom.

BCDs can be broken down into three types. The jacket-style BCD slips on like a vest and inflates the front, back, and side of your body. The back-inflate BCD features an air bladder on the back so you can position yourself better horizontally underwater. Hybrid bladder BCDs are designed to help you float and dive comfortably in horizontal and vertical positions.

Order a Buoyancy Compensator from Scuba.com

To choose the right BCD for you, keep it fully inflated and test whether it still fits comfortably. Check if the inflator hose is compatible with your dive regulator, then narrow down your choice based on style and personal preference.

Scuba.com has an extensive line-up of scuba BCDs for sale. We offer products for men, women, and children, with lift capacities ranging from 15-30 lbs to over 50 lbs. Shop with us today to find a BCD that suits your diving needs.

Buoyancy Compensator FAQ

What is a Scuba Buoyancy Compensator (BC)? A scuba buoyancy compensator is a device that helps divers control their buoyancy underwater. It allows divers to adjust their buoyancy level by adding or releasing air from the BC.

What are the different types of BCs? There are two main types of BCs: back-inflate and jacket-style. Back-inflate BCs have an air bladder that sits on the diver's back and provides buoyancy, while jacket-style BCs have an air bladder that wraps around the chest and provides buoyancy.

What should I consider when buying a BC? When buying a BC, consider factors such as the type of diving you plan to do, your body type, and your comfort and convenience preferences. It is also important to consider the weight and size of the BC, as well as the materials used in its construction.

How do I adjust my BC for different diving conditions? Your BC should have a series of dump valves and inflator buttons that allow you to adjust the amount of air in the BC. To adjust for different diving conditions, you will need to release air from the BC to become negatively buoyant, or add air to the BC to become positively buoyant.

How often should I have my BC serviced? It is recommended to have your BC serviced every 12-24 months, depending on how frequently you dive. Regular servicing helps to ensure that your BC is in good working condition and reduces the risk of failure during a dive.

How do I clean and maintain my BC? To clean and maintain your BC, follow the manufacturer's recommendations and guidelines. This may include washing the BC with fresh water after each dive, checking the air bladders for leaks, and regularly checking the hoses and connections.