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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This is the 28" Low Pressure(LP) BCD/BC Inflator Hoses w/ Standard Quick-Release Fitting
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FREE Shipping in the USA This super snorkel vest allows you to snorkel without the stress.
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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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Akona, quality dive gear at affordable prices.
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Akona, quality at affordable prices.
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Akona::quality dive gear at affordable prices.
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Akona::::quality dive gear at affordable prices.
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Akona::quality dive gear at a discount price.
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Akona :: quality dive gear at affordable prices
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This is Apeks WSX Grommet Strip 2 each
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FREE Shipping in the USA This is the Aqua Lung The Elemental Package for Beginner Scuba Divers.
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FREE Shipping in the USA This is the Aquatec Scuba-Alert Horn for BC/BCD Inflators:::Scuba Diver Safety.
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Integrated weight pockets from Armor.
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This is an excellent replacement hose with plenty of size options.
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This is the BCD Gasket that is sold with Scuba-Fix.
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Currently Out Of Stock This is Bent D-Ring from H2O Odyssey.
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Clean and refresh your dive slate with this cleaner.
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No Longer Available Unique design includes an efficient rope-cutting hook at the knife's blunt tip. A skilled hand can safely slip the hook under a rope pinned to a person's body.
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FREE Shipping in the USA
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This Underwater Writing Slate means you won't struggle to share your thoughts underwater.
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FREE Shipping in the USA DOES NOT apply to this product This is the Deep 6 7.25kg/16lb Removable Weight Pockets for Scuba Divers.
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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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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 is the Dive Rite LP to Inflator Adaptor
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Quality, marine-grade stainless steel clips with countless uses, always keep a few in your dive kit!
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This is the Dive Rite Sliding D Ring
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FREE Shipping in the USA Along with a c-card, there are some things all divers from beginner to expert need to have. Dive Rite's Divers Essentials Package has the miscellaneous, yet necessary items packaged together with a convenient way to carry everything. Contains a 28-page Dive wRites underwater notebook with pencil, line cutter, see-me tube, and 50ft finger spool, all easily stored in Dive Rite's exclusive XT Thigh Pocket.
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Edge Element Sport BCD FREE Shipping in the USA
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This is the EZ QD Adapter
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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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Secures the Mic on the surface so that it's easily extended during use, eliminating the need to re-hang on Clip. Avoid the bungie cord problems (swinging, getting hit in the head, or dropping). You can adjust the hanging level, if necessary with the lanyard extension. Even when the Mic is hung for maximum extension, the swinging is significantly less than with a bungie cord!
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The ideal solution for those heavy SCUBA flashlights and Cameras - The locking mechanism allows the flashlight or camera to be secured when on a boat or land. Unlock the unit in the water and the nominal retraction force Gear Keeper will retract the light or Camera (which is somewhat buoyant). You're streamlined, won't snag and it's right where you need it. When using your flashlight or Camera underwater, you won't notice any resistance or retraction force.
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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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This unit is small but has the necessary retraction force for a console. With only 12.5" of extension, it's perfect for securing a console at your chest while allowing enough extension to read the gauges. Not recommended for advanced navigation where gauges need to be fully extended from body.
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This is the Gearaid BC Life Cleaner and Conditioner for BCD.
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A simplified version of our Original model that takes a AAA battery and is waterproof to 200 ft. It's an essential part of any kit - whether diving, camping, for fun or part of your everyday emergency kit.
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This is the Global Manufacturing BCD Coupler for Scuba dive repairs.
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This is the GLOROPE Hybrid Technology ORB Flashlight
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This is the Glue On Bellows Pocket::XS Scuba.
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This is Heavy Duty 316 Stainless Steel Swivel Shackle Bolt Snap Hook
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This is the Highland 4.5” SS Shackle for Scuba Divers
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This is the Highland 5.0” Snap Shackle for Scuba Divers
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Complete your Hollis Tech Diving BC Setup with an easily accessible, protective mask bag.
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Secure attachment of a clip without causing potential damage to the hose. For use with all low pressure scuba hoses with an approximate 0.5 inch diameter.
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Limited Sizes in Small We incorporate a neoprene style cummerbund with a neoprene back panel to the 210 denier urethane coated nylon vest baffles.
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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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Cam bands for securing various sized tanks.
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Always keep your Regulator or Octo close at hand with this great clip from Innovative Scuba Concepts.
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Remove fins and clip them to your BCD before getting in the boat.
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Refill or replace your IST Underwater Notebook with these pages from IST.
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Use this fantastic lanyard from IST to easily attach any of your accessories for your next dive.
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FREE Shipping in the USA Take this awesome vest on your next freediving adventure!
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This is the IST Neoprene Belt Holster with Leg Pockets for Extra Storage.
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A quality product from IST, afford to dive
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Schrader valve inflator with BCD hose quick disconnect
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Get your message across without any confusion with this awesome underwater writing slate
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OUT OF STOCK>>>ETA:::2024-01-31 This is the Light Monkey Harness Webbing w/ Hardware Kit For Scuba Divers.
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The d-shackle is an essential component to connect float-lines and Bungees to floats or to connect directly to the Speargun handle from the float-line or bungee. The other popular use is to connect a breakaway shooting line to the bungee or float-line replacing the swivel.
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Comes with variable mounting options including; rubber leg straps, molded belt clip and buoyancy compensator pocket mounting hardware.
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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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FREE Shipping in the USA The SMC Rescue Swivel is built around a heat-treated steel axle and a sealed high efficiency ball bearing to ensure flawless rotation during even prolonged and difficult raises in severe rock, mountain and rescue conditions.
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FREE Shipping in the USA This is Oceanic Atmos BCD for Scuba Diving
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These are the Oceanic Biolite Front Weight Pouch Pocket (PAIR) for BCD's
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SHIPS only in the USA These are the Oceanic QLR4 Front Weight Pocket Pair for BC/BCD Buoyancy Compensator for Scuba Divers.
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SHIPS Only in the USA This is the Oceanic Reliant Annual Inflator Service Kit.
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A special edition PINK OMS SMB with an open bottom allowing the diver to inflate it using the using the second stage of a regulator or to be orally inflated.
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A special edition PINK OMS SMB with an open bottom allowing the diver to inflate it using the using the second stage of a regulator or to be orally inflated.
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FREE Shipping in the USA This is the Poseidon Combination Weight Pocket M with Pins Bolt Kit Included for Scuba Divers.
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Enjoy your next dive free of tangled hoses with this locking retractor.
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A great way to keep your gear secure on your next dive.
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A great environmentally friendly quality necessity product.
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The Promate Octagon Dive light utilizes a special lens in place of a lens reflector special type of lens rather than a reflector that provides a narrow beam to increase visibility in low viz diving conditions.
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This is a great accessory to have to protect your expensive regulator mouthpiece.
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FREE Shipping in the USA This is the Quick Draw Pony Bottle Holder Mount Bracket Attaches to Your BCD WebBelt
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This is a fabulous price on a quality rash guard. Quality, versatility, and price - what more could you ask for?
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If you ever need to use this item, your going to want it and want it NOW. Don't mess with a knife you have to find or unfold. Dive safe!
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Safety Signal Mirror for scuba divers.....this can save your life.
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Don't replace the whole component when all you need is a new Schrader Valve. Save money and afford to dive!
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This DURABLE BC/BCD & Regulator Hanger is ideal for proper storage of your valuable equipment
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Get your message across without any confusion with this awesome underwater writing slate
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This is the Scuba Force Angled Harness Comfort Clip for Scuba Divers
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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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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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This is the ScubaMax Ultimate Octo Holder for Scuba Divers
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Built from precision, originality and performance, ScubaMax equipment works to combine durability and affordability. Our products embody the contemporary design and the professional composition needed to help divers perform better, feel better and explore better. It is not only about the style and comfort, it is the experience. Our one simple goal is helping you achieve the best underwater exhibition we can provide.
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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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This is the ScubaPro Air2 to Inflator Adapter
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PRODUCT DOES NOT SHIP INTERNATIONALLY This is the Scubapro Universal BC/BCD and Suit Hanger
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FREE Shipping in the USA Discontinued This is the SeaFlex Stretchable Weight Belt for Scuba Diving
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This is the SeaSoft Clip on Seabags for Weight Belts, BCs, Tanks etc. for Scuba Divers.
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A fantastic new product from SeaSoft Scuba.
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FREE Shipping in the USA SeaSoft QuickPack BCD for Shallow Water
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When adding weights to your gear, either on a tank strap, weight belt or weight harness, this is the cleanest, easiest way to go.
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FREE Shipping in the USA Please be advised that some sizes have limited colours The short sleeve Rapid Dry top is cut in a stylish loose T-shirt design making it comfortable for everyday use as well as on the water. The loose fit also allows you to layer it over other Sharkskin tops for extra insulation and sun protection when needed.
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This Sharp Tip Titanium BCD Scuba Knife is a TOP QUALITY knife for the diver who wants added safety with a reliable tool!
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This Sherwood BCD:::::AVID 700 for Scuba Diving FREE Shipping in the USA
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FREE Shipping in the USA Replace your worn out or broken inflator with this inflator from Sherwood.
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This is the Stainless Steel Star Tool::XS Scuba