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Apeks Deluxe Webbed Harness + Stainless Steel Backplate 2022

SKU: APXDWSPMFR: 727143BKGR

Durable stainless backplate for tech diving.
Secure fit with adjustable webbing harness system.
Streamlined BCD design enhances underwater agility.
Technical BCD with 6 D-rings for accessories.
Comfortable neoprene shoulder pads included.
Robust stainless buckle ensures secure closure.

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Dive Rite Rec XT Wing

SKU: DIV5300

Dive Rite Rec XT Wing: Superior buoyancy control.
Streamlined technical BCD design for reduced drag.
Durable 1000-Denier Cordura construction ensures longevity.
Lightweight BCD at 3.12 lbs, enhances comfort.
Easy adjustments with Dive Rite power inflator.
45 lbs lift capacity for optimal scuba gear support.

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Apeks WTX-D40 + Stainless Steel Backplate

SKU: APX40SPMFR: 727116BKGR

Durable 1000D Cordura BCD for technical diving.
40 lbs buoyancy control for optimal stability.
Stainless steel backplate enhances comfort.
Streamlined design improves weight capacity underwater.
Easy access with Apeks K style oral inflator.
Includes deluxe webbing harness for secure fit.

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Scubapro Hydros Pro 2 BCD

SKU: SCPHP2

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Optimal lift capacity: 40.5 lbs for buoyancy control.
Integrated weight system: Streamlined for enhanced diving.
Multiple D-rings: Strategic placement for accessory attachment.
Durable Monprene material: Ensures lasting performance.
Ergonomic design: Provides superior comfort and fit.
Dual dump valves: Ensures precise buoyancy adjustment.

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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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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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Apeks WTX-D30 + Stainless Steel Backplate Package

SKU: APX30SPMFR: 727141BKGR

Streamlined Technical BCD design enhances comfort.
32lb Buoyancy control for optimal diving stability.
Durable 1000D Cordura BCD for lasting performance.
Stainless steel backplate adds weight & stability.
Adjustable harness ensures a secure, custom fit.
Apeks BCD with easy adjustments for all skill levels.

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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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Apeks Deluxe Webbed Harness + Aluminum Backplate 2022

SKU: APXDWAPMFR: 727114BKGR

Durable technical diving harness for secure fit.
Streamlined design enhances comfort underwater.
Integrated weight system adds stability & control.
Easy adjustments ensure optimal scuba experience.
High-lift BCD system for superior buoyancy control.
Rugged BCD with stainless steel for lasting use.

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Scubapro S-Tek Pro System Harness Donut Wing 30 lbs. (13kg) Lift

SKU: SCPSPRHD30MFR: 22.249.030

Scubapro Technical BCD: Superior buoyancy control.
Durable 1000D Cordura BCD for extreme diving.
Streamlined BCD design reduces drag underwater.
Stainless steel backplate ensures lasting durability.
Easily adjust BCD harness for optimal comfort.
30 lbs lift wing provides excellent buoyancy.

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Apeks WTX (Public Safety Diver) Single Cylinder Wings

SKU: APXWTXWP

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ARMORGUARD BCD: Unmatched durability in harsh conditions.
Streamlined technical BCD wing for superior buoyancy control.
Multiple sizes available for optimal comfort and fit.
Optional weight integration for balanced scuba diving.
K-Style inflator ensures easy and reliable buoyancy.
Public Safety BCD: Built for rescue and military use.

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OMS Performance Double Wings

SKU: OMSPDWMFR: OM20011

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Durable 1000-Denier Nylon Technical BCD Wing.
45-60 lbs Buoyancy Control for Scuba Gear.
Streamlined Back Inflator Wing for Twin Tanks.
OMS Power Inflator ensures Easy Adjustments.
Overpressure Relief Valve enhances Comfort.
Rugged BCD provides exceptional Weight Capacity.

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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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Zeagle 30 lbs Backplate Combo Pack

SKU: ZGL30BPCPMFR: 519-BPC

Robust Stainless Steel Backplate for durability.
30 lbs lift capacity ensures optimal buoyancy.
Adjustable single webbing harness for fit.
Versatile for single or twin tank diving.
Engineered for superior weight integration.
Strategic D-ring placement for accessory attachment.

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Zeagle 40 lbs Backplate BCD Combo

SKU: ZGL40BPCPMFR: 519-BPC40

Robust 40 lbs lift capacity for diverse dives
Durable stainless steel backplate construction
Integrated weight system enhances dive control
Strategic D-ring placement for accessory attachment
Streamlined bladder design minimizes drag
Comfortable, adjustable harness ensures optimal fit

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Zeagle 911 BCD with Ripcord System, Black

SKU: ZGL911

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Streamlined design BCD offers superior comfort underwater.
65 lbs lift capacity for advanced buoyancy control.
Durable 1050-Denier nylon BCD for lasting performance.
Integrated weight system holds up to 56 lbs securely.
Back-inflated BCD enhances streamlined scuba diving.
Easy inflation Zeagle Bx power inflator for quick ascents.

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XS Scuba Companion 30 lbs. (13.61 kg) Lift Bladder

SKU: XSSCBMFR: BC530

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30 lbs Lift Bladder for superior buoyancy control.
Streamlined technical BCD design reduces drag underwater.
Durable nylon outer bag ensures long-lasting scuba gear.
XS Scuba Alliance inflator for easy buoyancy adjustments.
Rear & shoulder dumps offer quick buoyancy compensation.
Comfortable back inflator BCD for enhanced diving.

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Scubapro S-Tek Pure System Harness Donut Wing 30 lbs. (13kg) Lift

SKU: SCPSPUHD30MFR: 22.248.030

Streamlined Technical BCD design for reduced drag.
30lb lift Scubapro BCD wing for optimal buoyancy control.
Durable 1000D Cordura BCD outer shell ensures longevity.
Stainless steel backplate offers superior stability.
Adjustable harness provides a custom, comfortable fit.
Technical BCD with multiple D-rings for gear attachment.

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Apeks WTX-D30 + Aluminum Backplate Package

SKU: APX30APMFR: 727110BKGR

Durable Technical BCD: 1000D Armor-Shield Cordura.
Streamlined BCD Design: Enhanced diving comfort.
32 lbs Lift Capacity: Optimal buoyancy control.
Aluminum Backplate: Lightweight, corrosion-resistant.
Adjustable Harness: Ensures secure, custom fit.
Integrated Weight System: Optional for BCD diving.

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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.