Scuba Sciences' Exclusive "Phoenix"
Buoyancy Compensator

Standard Features:
 

• 44-lb lift capacity low profile retracting bladder
• Personal Fit System (PFS) Sizing
• Reinforced 1000 denier nylon construction
• Sewn on Lumbar Pad
• Two zippered utility pockets
• Adjustable elastic waist panels
• 5 Stainless Steel D-rings
• Adjustable Sternum Strap
• 30-lb capacity Ripcord weight system
• 20-lb Capacity (sewn on) rear mount weight system
• 5 Trim Colors available on shoulders
• Limited Lifetime Warranty

 Limited Edition Ranger
 

Standard Features:

•A lumbar pad is permanently mounted in the rear of the vest section.
•The Removable rear weight system (8051Z) is included.
•A pair of 18lb capacity shot pouches are included.
•An innovative roll down pocket is incorporated into the cummerbund, and stays completely out of the way and hidden until needed.
•An extra set of vertically mounted D-rings are positioned ideally for mounting extra cylinders or accessories.
•Two additional 1.5" D-rings are located at the bottom rear of the vest.
•The Tank Bands are designed so they can be lengthened to hold twin cylinder sets.
•A Zipper attachment system mounted inside each wing of the bladder allows for the attachment of a variety of carriers and accessories, including Pony bottle carriers, Spare Air carriers, extra pockets, and grommet panels.
•Accessories can be easily changed for different diving requirements. Check out some of the currently available accessory attachments and other features below!

The Ranger BC started the trend towards back mounted, weight integrated systems. No other BC has such a loyal following and such a solid reputation for functionality, comfort, and durability. The Ranger Limited has all the features of the legendary Ranger BC, PLUS many innovative additions that make it even more functional and versatile!

Sport Diving and DIR-Approved Buoyancy Compensators

Halcyon Eclipse Buoyancy Compensators

Halcyon's reputation is built on its dedication to innovation and quality. Divers from around the world turn to us for their gear because of a simple formula that we've always followed:

Dive, design, prototype, dive, refine, dive, build, dive. Repeat as necessary.

Our latest creation? The Halcyon Eclipse wing. Think of it as a Pioneer wing gone to the gym. Halcyon builds the Eclipse's outer shell from 1680-denier ballistic nylon. We then add an inner bladder constructed from the same puncture-resistant 400-denier Nylon inner-bladder material used in the Explorer. In other words, the Eclipse is a low profile, exploration-grade wing that leaves all other single tank designs in its shadow. Streamlined. Rugged. Another example of Halcyon taking the game to the next level.

Eclipse wings are available in 30 and 40 lbs lift capacities. All Eclipse wings are CE-certified for sale in the European Community.

All Halcyon wings now come with our newly designed precision-flow inflator. The internal components and buttons are 316 stainless steel. Halcyon’s inflator provides a controlled low-volume air flow to allow the diver to fine tune their buoyancy and resist freezing in extremely cold conditions. The Halcyon inflator is another Halcyon innovation that will only be found on Eclipse, Pioneer, and Explorer wings.

Halcyon Pioneer Buoyancy Compensators

Pioneer Buoyancy Compensators are specifically designed for single tank use, facilitating streamlining and diving ease with the our standards-setting narrow wing design.

• Specially designed buoyancy incorporates a built-in single tank adaptor welded into the "backbone" of the Pioneer wing
• No more separate pieces-- wings now rest inches closer to the diver.
• Ultimate streamlining and convenience

Pioneer Buoyancy Compensators are specifically designed for single tank use, facilitating streamlining and diving ease through our unique narrow wing designHalcyon Pioneer wings incorporate an integrated single tank mounting system, eliminating the need for a separate single tank adapter (patent pending). This unique feature, available only from Halcyon, is the ultimate low profile single tank system for recreational diving or travel. Three different lift capacities maximize comfort and streamlining while accounting for various buoyancy requirements that result from differences in tank size, exposure protection, or equipment requirements.

Pioneer 27 Wings
The immensely popular 27 lbs. wing is ideally suited for diving in tropical to temperate waters where moderate exposure protection and neutrally buoyant tanks are commonly used. The 27 lbs. wing utilizes a circular buoyancy tube to prevent air from being trapped in one side of the wing.

Pioneer 36 and 45 Wings
The 36 lbs. wing is designed for use in cold water where heavy exposure protection with steel cylinders is the norm. Bellowed side panels on the 36 lbs. wing increase lift at the waist, improving trim for those wearing heavy weight belts. Like the 27 lbs. wing, the 36 lbs. wing also features a circular buoyancy tube for ultimate stability in the water.

The Pioneer 45 wing is specifically designed for extreme cold water use or where lift must be capable of offsetting unusual amounts of applied ballast. This system is not recommended for typical recreational diving.

 All Halcyon wings now come with our newly designed precision-flow inflator. The internal components and buttons are 316 stainless steel. Halcyon’s inflator provides a controlled low-volume air flow to allow the diver to fine tune their buoyancy and resist freezing in extremely cold conditions. The Halcyon inflator is another Halcyon innovation that will only be found on Eclipse, Pioneer, and Explorer wings.

Halcyon offers the Explorer wing for double tank diving . The Explorer wings are available in three lift capacities to satisfy various buoyancy requirements, and are able to accommodate a wide range of tank sizes, exposure protection, and equipment requirements. Halcyon explorer wings are available in 40 lbs., 55 lbs., and 70 lbs. lift capacities.

Explorer wings have been slightly modified for even greater streamlining and efficiency. The new Explorer wing is slightly narrower and longer, with a reduced buoyancy tube behind the neck to minimize heads-up trim. In addition, the inflator elbow is now located in the back center of the wing to eliminate hitting the tank neck during full inflation.

Halcyon's Explorer wing is still made from the most rugged materials available for a buoyancy compensator. The 400 denier nylon bladder has a tighter weave and is therefore more puncture resistant than a broad weave. The Explorer's 1680 ballistic nylon outer shell is designed for maximum abrasion resistance. The two materials used together offer the best protection from damage in any wing design.

• Heavy-duty zipper has a three-inch wide strip of Cordura to prevent zipper chaff on the inner bladder

• Two-inch webbing-reinforced backbone construction

• "Trap-door" drainage system allows water to drain rapidly from the outer cover to minimize excess weight and diver effort reboarding the dive boat

• Inflator elbow strain relief constructed from two-inch nylon webbing minimizes wear on this connection

• Narrower, elongated construction improves streamlining and trim

• Relocated corrugated hose eliminates stress from impact with tanks

• All Explorer wings are CE-certified for sale in the European Community

The Explorer wings can be mated with either the Halcyon hard-coated aluminum or six pound stainless steel backplate, providing divers with a variety of weighting solutions. The 40 lbs. Explorer wings provide a minimalist approach to buoyancy where double aluminum 80s and a wetsuit are the rig of choice. The widely popular 55 lbs. Explorer wings are ideally suited for use with situations requiring additional lift such as with heavy double steel tanks.

The 70 lbs. Explorer wing is designed specifically for heavier steel tanks and multiple stages where divers are unable to attain proper lift from the Explorer 55 lbs. wing.

 All Halcyon wings now come with our newly designed precision-flow inflator. The internal components and buttons are 316 stainless steel. Halcyon’s inflator provides a controlled low-volume air flow to allow the diver to fine tune their buoyancy and resist freezing in extremely cold conditions. The Halcyon inflator is another Halcyon innovation that will only be found on Eclipse, Pioneer, and Explorer wings.

• Specially designed for mating with Pioneer wing on a single tank- no adaptor required!

• Backplate is available in six lbs. stainless steel and aluminum

• Utility holes allow mating with MC Storage Pak to stow a variety of lift devices

• Military-grade hardcoat protects the Halcyon aluminum backplate from corrosion and scratching

Single Tank Adaptors
 

• Stainless steel adaptor allows divers to secure older style Halcyon Pioneer wings with a single tank to conventional backplates, or current Pioneer wings to non-Halcyon backplates.

• New Weighted STA provides six pounds of non-ditchable ballast.

Harness Pocket
 

• Perfect for travel, when you might be using a rental wet or dry suit without the proper thigh pockets.

• Slides onto the Secure Harness strap; rigid ABS-reinforced plate holds pocket shape during dive.

• Pocket helps to secure the long hose of your first stage if you are not using a canister light.

• Zippered enclosure.

Active Control Ballast

Ditch that cumbersome weight belt and discover the benefits of the Halcyon MC's Active Control Ballast (patent pending).

Available in three configurations-- ACB 30 (15 lbs./side), ACB 20 (10 lbs./side), and ACB 12 (6 lbs./side).

• Side release buckle prevents accidental weight loss and allows the diver or dive buddy to quickly release and/or replace part or all of their ballast as the need requires

• Popular with instructors who are sensitive to the complete loss of a diver's weight and who resist integrated weights that prevent practicing emergency weight removal

• Divers experiencing buoyancy problems can release part of their weight, eliminating a rapid ascent from the loss of an entire weight belt

• Stainless steel buckle and two-inch webbing allows attachment and quick release of a small canister light on ACB 30

• Warm water divers not encumbered by thick gloves or not interested in attaching a canister light may prefer the streamlined ACB 20 or ACB 12, which utilize a side release buckle acting as both the release mechanism and weight handle.

Tank-mounted Trim Weight Kit

More than half of all diving fatalities occur at the surface. Sadly, most divers believe that jacket-style BCs provide proper surface floatation when, in fact, a divers surface position principally relates to their weight distribution. A nearly empty aluminum cylinder will usually float an unconscious diver face-down regardless of the BC worn. However, the Halcyon Trim Weighting Kit promotes heads-up surface airway protection by counteracting the positive tendency of buoyant cylinders.

• Shifting weight from a diver's waist toward their center, such as with a stainless Halcyon Backplate or trim weight system, facilitates horizontal diver trim and reduces drag

• Up to five pounds of weight can be attached to your tank with each streamlined trim weight pocket

V-Weights
 

Explorers have utilized this unique weighting system for years, yet the inconvenient nature of its construction has made it all but unavailable in the dive community. Now available from Halcyon, this integrated weight system allows double tank divers to reduce the need for bulky hip weights. The V-Weight mounts between manifolded cylinders to provide precise weighting, allowing you to carry the minimum removable weight to facilitate a swimming ascent.

Available in 11 lbs. and 8 lbs. sizes

Weighted Single Tank Adapter

Yet another tool that allows you to get weight off your weight belt, the Halcyon Weighted Single Tank Adapter provides six pounds of non-releasable ballast between you and your single cylinder rig. The Weighted STA works with all Halcyon backplate designs. The Weighted STA is pictured above on the left, in comparison to our standard STA.