Scuba diving equipment list
This scuba diving equipment list is intended to provide useful information about diving equipment. The list can help beginners as well as experienced divers find out, which kind of equipment they might choose.
You can even use the scuba diving equipment list as a "check list" to make sure, you don't forget anything while packing your diving bag.
Mask
A scuba mask is necessary to have a clear view underwater. They provide an air-filled space which human eyes need to focus properly.
Fins
Fins are necessary tools to make swimming under water easy and efficient. Without them fully equipped divers would not be able to move forward.
Snorkel
A snorkel allows to breathe safely while swimming on the surface. Divers can use the snorkel while waiting on the surface, to save the air of their scuba tank.
Regulator
A regulator is the device that enables a diver to breathe underwater. It provides the air supply from the tank.
BCD
Buoyancy Control Device is the jacket that scuba divers wear to control their buoyancy and to carry their tank.
Diving suit
A diving suit is needed as thermal protection for divers, depending on the water temperature they are used as wet suit, semi-dry or dry suit.
Weight System
Divers have to wear a weight system while diving to offset their positive buoyancy.
Tank
A tank, also called scuba cylinder is the piece of equipment in which the diver carries his air supply.
Dive Computer
A dive computer is a digital device which tracks the dive time and the depth. Its integrated software (decompression model) automatically calculates the no decompression limits or deco stops if necessary.
Booties
Neoprene boots are used to keep the feet warm while diving in cold water and to protect against wounding for example when entering the water for a shore dive.
Depth gauge
A depth gauge shows the current depth while diving. It is an obligatory piece of equipment to ensure a proper dive profile.
Pressure gauge
The pressure gauge shows how much air is in the scuba tank. It is absolutely necessary to be aware of the actual air supply in order to plan the dive safely.
Diving watch
A diving watch is used for tracking the time of a dive.
Compass
An underwater compass is a navigation tool for scuba divers.
Dive knife
Dive knifes are not used as weapons but as safety tools in case of tangling under water.
Dive Light
Dive lights are needed for all dives which require illumination as there are night dives or cave and wreck dives. They compensate the absorption of light underwater and allow the divers to recognize the original colors of the marine life.
