Mares Explorer
BCD
Brand
Model
- Explorer
Model Evolution
Predecessor
Earlier model
Successor
Newer model that offers advancements in technology, features, and performance over the previous version
Production
Years manufactured
General
BCD type
Jacket, Backplate and Wing, Back-Inflate BCD
- Jacket for Kids
Lifting capacity
The maximum amount of weight it can balance when it's fully filled with air, basically how much weight is needed to make a fully inflated BCD sink underwater.
- 7.8 kg
- 17.2 lb (converted)
Weight of BCD
- 1.8 kg
- 3.97 lb (converted)
Suitable for travelling (lightweight)
- Yes
Appearance/physical characteristics
Material
BCD material
- 420 D Cordura
Colors
- Black, Lime
Gender
Female, male or unisex
- Unisex
Size
Different sizes of BCD
- 3XS
Straps and D-Rings
Tank attachment system
Traditional Nylon Strap with Buckle, GripLock tank band, Quick-Release Buckles, Slide and Lock System etc.
- Traditional Nylon Strap with Buckle
Tank valve strap
Secondary strap used to secure the upper part of the scuba tank (near the valve).
D-Rings total number
Ring shaped like the letter "D," used as an attachment point for various diving accessories
- 2
Plastic D-Rings number
- 2
Stainless steel D-Rings number
Knife attachment
- No
Pockets and weights
Weight pockets for integrated buoyancy control, an octopus pocket for secure and accessible regulator storage, accessory pockets for small gear, and trim weight pockets to optimize divers' horizontal positioning and buoyancy underwater.
Weight pockets number
Pockets where divers can insert and secure weights for buoyancy control during a dive.
- 0
Ditchable weight pockets
Ditchable weight
Non-ditchable weight pockets
Pockets where divers can insert and secure removable weights for buoyancy control during a dive.
Non-ditchable weight
Number of octopus pockets
- 1
Accessories pockets
- 2
Accessories pockets placement
- Right and Left side
Inflator & dump valves
Inflator allows to add air to the BCD's air bladder. Dump valve releases air from the bladder.
Inflator
Inflator type/name
- Ergo inflator
Inflator hose length
Dump valves number
- 2
Dump valves placement
- Right shoulder pull dump and lower rear dump
Oral inflation
- Yes
Recalls
Recalled
Recalled models/variants
Recall reason
Manual
Description
Decription provided by the manufacturer (facts, technical description)
- The Explorer children's buoyancy aid is designed for children aged 8 to 12 who want to dive into the marine world. To ensure an optimal fit, it has been designed with a shorter back panel and a syste... More
Product No
- 417229
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