Scuba Diving has gained its fanfare at its own right. It is one of the most thrilling adventure sports. But it’s not an easy or very safe a thing. To take that dive underwater you need to be prepared – in terms of precaution and training.
The foremost thing for scuba diving is taking the training from a certified instructor. Thereafter it is important to acquire the devices which are to be used while scuba diving.
More about Scuba diving equipments
Here is a list of all the things that you may require while diving underwater.
- SCUBA – Scuba means Self Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus. This is the most important device of scuba diving.
- Cylinder – Better known as tank, it contains compressed air or other gases which help the divers survive underwater for long.
- Regulator – It’s used to breathe the air from the cylinder.
- Wetsuit – Made of neoprene, it is tight apparel which fits the body firmly. It helps the divers remain warm and protects from cuts and injuries.
- Hood – It’s made of neoprene and worn like a cap. It covers the head and is useful in cold water.
- Buoyancy Control Device – Also known as BCD or BC, it is the jacket that scuba divers wear while diving.
- Fins – Also known as Flippers, help in swimming underwater with ease. They are made of rubber or plastic and come in two varieties: Full – foot fins and Open- heeled fins, used in warm/tropical water or cold water respectively.
- Booties – These are boots made of neoprene and are used mostly in cold water to keep the warmth. They also protect the feet while diving.
- Dive Knife – These are used by divers to free themselves when caught entangled in fishing line or other binding things underwater.
- Submersible Pressure Gauge – Commonly known as SPG, is an indicator which informs you when your cylinder is low on air.
Some other useful devices for scuba diving can be Underwater Compass, Depth Gauge, Alternate Air Source, Slates, Weight system, Snorkel and Dive Computers.