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Seac Ego BCD

SKU: SECBVE

Optimal buoyancy: Up to 40.34 lbs lift capacity.
Rugged 1000 Denier Cordura for extreme durability.
Adjustable fit ensures diver comfort and security.
Equipped with 4 sturdy stainless steel D-rings.
Efficient buoyancy control with three exhaust valves.
Streamlined design; weighs just 6.17 lbs (XXS).

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Seac Type BCD

SKU: SECBVT

Integrated Weights ensure precise buoyancy control.
Robust 420 ND Nylon provides superior durability.
Five stainless steel D-rings offer ample accessory attachment.
Optimal 30-40 LBS lift capacity for divers.
Adjustable jacket BCD design ensures a secure fit.
Weight Integrated BCD enhances underwater stability.

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Seac Modular BCD

SKU: SECBVBKMFR: 0420037520998A

Optimal Lift Capacity for demanding dives.
Durable Cordura 1000D resists abrasions.
Integrated Weight system for streamlined diving.
Customizable D-ring Placement for gear.
Modular bladder design, enhanced control.
Adjustable Harness provides ideal, secure fit.

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Cressi Solid BCD

SKU: CSBSLD

Durable 500D Cordura BCD for lasting performance.
Streamlined jacket style BCD for ultimate comfort.
Enjoy superior buoyancy control with Cressi BCD.
Adjustable straps ensure a secure, custom fit BCD.
Lightweight BCD design enhances diving experience.
Zippered pockets offer convenient gear storage BCD.

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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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Cressi Solid Plus BCD

SKU: CSBSPLUS

Durable 500D Cordura BCD for lasting performance.
Streamlined jacket style BCD ensures comfort underwater.
Integrated weight system provides balanced buoyancy control.
Adjustable straps offer a secure, custom BCD fit.
High-capacity pockets for essential scuba gear storage.
Easy-to-use BCD design enhances diving experience.

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Highland Aluminum Travel Tec/Rec Harness

SKU: XSSHL800TPMFR: HL800-TP

Durable aluminum backplate ensures lasting performance.
Tec/Rec harness provides superior buoyancy control.
Adjustable crotch strap enhances comfort underwater.
Streamlined design reduces drag for efficient diving.
Lightweight travel harness improves weight capacity.
Neoprene shoulder pads offer easy adjustments.

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Highland 20 lbs Travel Wing

SKU: XSSHL20WMFR: HL20W

20 lbs lift Highland wing for superior buoyancy control.
Streamlined technical BCD with durable 1000D nylon build.
Lightweight travel wing; weighs only 2.3 lbs for easy pack.
Miflex QD carbon hose ensures easy access & maneuverability.
210D nylon bladder offers enhanced comfort & durability.
Compact design improves streamlining underwater; tech BCD.

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Highland 45 lbs Twin Wing

SKU: XSSHL45WMFR: HL45W

Heavy-duty Cordura nylon Technical BCD wing.
45 lbs lift Highland BCD for superior buoyancy.
Streamlined design improves diving performance.
Durable 1000D nylon BCD for rugged use.
Adjustable BCD harness ensures a secure fit.
K-style inflator on this Technical BCD wing.

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Highland 20 lbs Wing Travel Package

SKU: XSSHL20WPKGMFR: HL20W-PKG

Superior 20 lbs lift for precise buoyancy control.
Durable ultralight aluminum backplate construction.
Optimized wing design for exceptional dive comfort.
Integrated weight pockets for streamlined diving.
Secure D-ring placement for accessory attachment.
Reliable BCD system for rigorous dive demands.

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Highland Valor Harness

SKU: XSSHL820

Durable 1680 denier nylon BCD harness material.
Optimized buoyancy control for technical diving.
Comfortable fit with adjustable harness system.
30 lbs weight capacity for added stability.
Streamlined design reduces drag underwater.
Stainless steel D-rings enhance gear attachment.

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Mares Prestige BCD

SKU: MRSPB

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Durable 420D Cordura BCD for lasting performance.
Enjoy comfort & fit with this jacket style BCD.
Precise buoyancy control with Ergo Inflator BCD.
Standard weight pocket system for easy access.
5 Stainless Steel D-rings on this scuba BCD.
Lightweight BCD: only 8.6 lbs, great for travel.

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Scubapro Navigator Lite BCD

SKU: SCPNLBC

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Streamlined Scubapro BCD design for reduced drag.
Integrated weight system enhances diving comfort.
420 Denier Nylon BCD ensures lasting durability.
Back-Inflated BCD provides superior lift capacity.
Lightweight, padded Airnet backpack for travel ease.
Scubapro BCD offers a comfortable, secure fit.

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Scubapro Navigator Lite BCD with Air2

SKU: SCPNLBCN

Streamlined Scubapro BCD design reduces drag.
Integrated weights offer balanced scuba diving.
420 Denier Nylon BCD ensures lasting durability.
Back-Inflated BCD provides superior comfort.
Lightweight travel BCD with padded airnet pack.
Enjoy 38.2 lbs lift with this Scubapro BCD.

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Dive Rite Hydro Lite BCD System

SKU: DIVHL

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Streamlined Technical BCD design reduces drag.
Integrated weights enhance buoyancy control underwater.
Durable 600-Denier Polyester BCD for lasting use.
Lightweight Technical BCD; weighs only 6.2 pounds.
Comfortable, adjustable straps on this Dive Rite BCD.
Easy access weight pouches hold up to 12 pounds.

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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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Cressi Start Pro 2.0 BCD

SKU: CSBSP2

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Durable Cordura BCD: 1000/500 Denier for longevity.
Integrated Weight System: 20 lbs releasable capacity.
Comfortable Fit: Adjustable straps & cummerbund pad.
Streamlined Design: Jacket style BCD for easy diving.
Easy Inflation: Cressi power inflator included BCD.
Optimal Lift Capacity: Up to 45 lbs buoyancy bag.

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Cressi Aquawing Max BCD

SKU: CSBAWMXMFR: IC790200

Streamlined BCD design reduces drag underwater.
Integrated weight system enhances dive comfort.
Durable BCD construction ensures long-lasting use.
Comfortable fit BCD with adjustable straps.
Easy inflation/deflation for buoyancy control.
High lift capacity BCD for added safety.

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Cressi Travelight Women's BCD, Black/Pink

SKU: CSBTLW

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Streamlined design reduces drag; improves buoyancy.
Integrated weight system enhances comfort & control.
Durable 420-Denier nylon BCD for lasting performance.
Adjustable straps ensure a snug, secure, comfort fit.
Travel BCD: Lightweight design; perfect for divers.
Superior buoyancy control with 3-dump valve system.

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Scubapro Rapid Rescue System

SKU: SCPRSMFR: 21.712.000

Scubapro BCD: Superior buoyancy control, comfort.
Streamlined technical BCD design reduces drag underwater.
Durable BCD: High-frequency welded polyurethane cell.
Front-mount BCD configuration for easy adjustments.
Rapid Rescue System BCD with integrated BPI inflator.
47.2 LBF Scubapro BCD provides optimal buoyancy.

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Scubapro Rescue System with Dry Box

SKU: SCPRSDBMFR: 21.712.100

Scubapro BCD: Durable, high-frequency welded aircell.
Front-mount BCD configuration for optimal streamlining.
47.2 LBF buoyancy ensures superior buoyancy control.
Technical BCD: Recyclable NTP Ballistic PP fabric.
Integrated rescue system with dry box included.
Scubapro BCD with 33 CF / 5 liters capacity.

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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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Mares Rock Pro BCD

SKU: MRSRPB

Durable Cordura 420 BCD: Ensures lasting performance.
Streamlined Mares BCD design for superior comfort.
Integrated weight system BCD for optimal buoyancy.
Stainless steel D-rings on this BCD offer secure gear.
Travel BCD: Lightweight at 7.3 lbs, easy to pack.
Classic bladder BCD provides reliable buoyancy control.

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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.