What Does “BCD” Mean, and What Does a BCD Do?
BCD is an abbreviation for Buoyancy Control Device or Buoyancy Compensating Device. This is a fancy name for the inflating jacket that a diver wears.
3 Main Functions of a BCD in Scuba Diving
1.BCD’s primary function is to help a diver control his buoyancy both underwater and on the surface.
2.The BCD Attaches the Tank to the Diver
3.The BCD Provides Attachment Points for Accessories
Kirk Scuba Gear offers a variety of BCD styles and manufacturers available to fit any diver’s needs. Start by deciding which style of BCD you prefer: vest, back inflation, or back-plate and wings. Next, consider what kind of tanks (and how many) you are likely use. This will affect the amount of lift you will need in the BCD. Consider features like integrated weight pockets, d-ring placement, and accessory pockets.
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Ships via FedEx worldwide for fast delivery! 5 year Warranty Is your BCD inflator or dump valve broken? Do you think it's a waste to throw away a perfectly good-looking BCD because the valve can't be repaired or replaced? Dive shops tell you that the valve can't be repaired or that even if it could, it won't last. Scuba-Fix has the solution for you.
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Be safe, be found. U.S. Military approved. The Storm Whistle is a must have for any emergency situation when you need to be heard.
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FREE SHIPPING IN THE USA This Akona Pro Kit adds the features that make every dive more enjoyable
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DISCONTINUED June 2021 Kirk Scuba Gear's # 1 pick for a quality, rugged and inexpensive BCD. Afford to dive with this BCD.
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Afford to dive and travel with the ScubaMax Versa BCD, another welcome addition to diver's gear.
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A fantastic new product from SeaSoft Scuba.
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Don't let a small Book Screw make you abort a dive. Serious divers have what they need to guarantee every dive is made by carrying a complete Save-A-Dive Kit
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This DURABLE BC/BCD & Regulator Hanger is ideal for proper storage of your valuable equipment
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Stay down longer on your dives with these twin tank mounting bands
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This is a great kit to have when you need shears close at hand
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A quality product from IST, afford to dive
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You spend a lot of money on your gear. Keep track of it with this great paint marker
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LIMITED colours!!! For every diver who ever took his or her gear on a dive boat or a crowded beach, this product was made for you. Fastencil, with its durable underwater paint and beautiful professional silkscreen look will let you protect, identify and label your gear with style! Finally, you don't have to graffiti your stuff with felt tip markers or messy paint bottles.
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Cam bands for securing various sized tanks.
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Schrader valve inflator with BCD hose quick disconnect
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This handy accessory attaches to any standard BCD hose fitting allowing you to inflate your tire, innertube, buoy, etc. virtually anything with a standard tire inflator nozzle, using your air tank!
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Prevent unnecessary inconveniences on your dive trip with this handy o-ring kit
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Afford to dive
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FREE SHIPPING IN THE USA DiveAlertPLUS is a specially designed, small, lightweight pneumatic signalling device that uses quick-connect/disconnect hose couplings to become an integrated part of your power inflator. Installation is easy and takes only a moment. DiveAlertPLUS uses a small amount of air from your SCUBA tank to make a piercingly loud sound in air or water. People have been able to hear a DiveAlertPLUS one mile away from a diver in need above water. In conditions where visibility is limited, a DiveAlertPLUS can be a life saver. Underwater you can sound for attention quickly with a squeeze of the device.
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This Zeagle Quality weight pouch is designed for the Zeagle BC's, but can be used with other BC's as well.
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The ideal solution for small lights or for securing a backup flashlight or compass in a pocket.
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An excellent dive accessory that combines you compass and a handy writing surface for communication.
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Get your message across without any confusion with this awesome underwater writing slate
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Smaller size with protective hinged, rotating cover. Stows easily in BCD pocket! The Mini-Questª has revolutionized underwater communications! Write on the patented magnetic screen, erase, write again! Message after message, real underwater communication occurs. The magnetic screen is easily erased with the push of the thumb. A removable double-sided conventional slate on the back allows for permanent record of important information.
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Get your message across without any confusion with this awesome underwater writing slate
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Clean and refresh your dive slate with this cleaner.
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This Underwater Writing Slate means you won't struggle to share your thoughts underwater.
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Complete your Hollis Tech Diving BC Setup with an easily accessible, protective mask bag.
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The standard Molle connections provide a horizontal attachment, the new sternum clip allows attachment to hang vertical.
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Remove fins and clip them to your BCD before getting in the boat.
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Always have your octo close at hand with this great little keeper.
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Inside our new pockets resides a 36-inch, looped lanyard to clip off reels, line markers and pocket lights. No more fumbling for the right tools, just pull out the lanyard, select the tool you need, and stuff the loaded lanyard back in the pocket.
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You have probably seen daisy chain technology on hiking and mountaineering backpacks. Daisy chains are webbing loops sewn to form a chain. On backpacks, they allow you to attach carabiners for accessories. Dive Rite has taken that concept one step further by developing unique sheaths for our cutting devices that will clip into the daisy loops.
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This holder keeper is a great way to keep your gear with you at all times.
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A great way to keep your gear secure on your next dive.