Submersible pressure gauge
The submersible pressure gauge (SPG) is used to monitor the air supply in your tank. It attaches to the high-pressure port on your regulator. SPGs are mostly analog devices, but some computers now have an integrated SPG the displays digitally. Analog SPGs are designed with a Bourdon movement, which is a helical tube [...]
Fins move you through the water whether on the surface or 60 feet deep. Designs to fins are constantly changing, but the most important thing to look for is fit and functionality. You want your fins to fit well and feel comfortable. You also want the proper fin for diving. There are many fins on [...]
Dive bags are used to carry your dive gear to and from the dive site, boat, or when traveling. Your dive bag should be large enough to carry all of your dive gear plus and extras or spares. There are all kinds of dive bags on the market. Inexpensive mesh bags to large roller bags [...]
Scuba cylinders hold the air you breathe while diving. They are usually the last piece of gear a diver purchases because cylinders are easily rented. There are many different sizes of cylinders, but they are either made of aluminum or steel. Capacity sizes range from 40 cubic feet to 130 cubic feet.
There are even smaller [...]
K valve
Manifold
Double tanks require the use of a manifold and bands and bolt kit. The manifold valve system replaces the standard K valves that probably came with the tank. The manifold combines the air supply from the two tanks allowing you to breathe from both tanks at the same time. A manifold system requires the [...]
Snorkels are designed to allow you to breathe at the surface of the water with your face submerged. They are also used extensively in free diving. The need for a snorkel while diving has come into question in recent years because they create drag, are snag hazards, and can really get in your way while [...]
A regulator is a device with one end that attaches to the tank and the other end goes into your mouth that your breathe from. Basically, the function of a regulator is to take air that is stored at very high pressures and reduce it to the point that it can be breathed effortlessly when [...]
The mask is one of the most important pieces of dive gear. Basically, the mask is the only way you’ll be able to see clearly underwater. A proper fitting mask that is comfortable is priceless. Most masks today are adequate for diving, but finding the one that fits you the best and is comfortable is [...]
There are many sizes, shapes, styles and quality of dive lights on the market. Dive lights can be used for many diving activities, such as night diving, cave diving, wreck diving, or for looking in holes and crevices. Added light on a dive can also increase the colors you see underwater. All lights are battery [...]
Collection bag
If you plan on hunting lobster, fish, or plan on collecting artifacts in areas that allow that, a collection bag is important. Collection bags come in all sizes and shapes and are usually made of a nylon mesh material. They roll up easily and depending on their size can be stowed easily in [...]
