Tusa Liberator Open Water Package with Element III Console & RS-790
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Tusa Liberator Open Water Package with Element III Console & RS-790 - XS (X-Small) is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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| XS | S | M | L | XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model # | BC0103B | ||||
| Product Name | Liberator | ||||
| Lift Capacity (n) | 80 | 90 | 120 | 150 | 180 |
| Lift Capacity (lbf) | 18 | 20.2 | 27 | 33.7 | 40.5 |
| Lift Capacity (kgf) | 8.2 | 9.2 | 12.2 | 15.3 | 18.4 |
| Waist (in) | 22.1-24.1 | 23.7-27.6 | 25.6-31.5 | 29.6-35.5 | 33.5-39.4 |
| Waist (cm) | 56-61 | 60-70 | 65-80 | 75-90 | 85-100 |
| BC Weight (dry) (lb) | 6.4 | 6.6 | 6.8 | 7.1 | 7.1 |
| BC Weight (dry) (kg) | 2.9 | 3 | 3.1 | 3.2 | 3.2 |
| Releasable Weight (lb) | 17.6 | 17.6 | 17.6 | 17.6 | 17.6 |
| Releasable Weight (kg) | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Dump Valves | 3 (O.P.E.V.+2) | 3 (O.P.E.V.+2) | 3 (O.P.E.V.+2) | 3 (O.P.E.V.+2) | 3 (O.P.E.V.+2) |
| Material | 500D CORDURA / 420D Nylon | 500D CORDURA / 420D Nylon | 500D CORDURA / 420D Nylon | 500D CORDURA / 420D Nylon | 500D CORDURA / 420D Nylon |
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Description
Description
Tusa Liberator Open Water Package combines the Liberator BC with AWLS III, the Element III Console, and the RS-790 regulator for a complete scuba setup. The Liberator BC0103B is a durable, wrap-around jacket-style buoyancy compensator designed for stability and reliability in open-water diving. It features TUSA’s tilt valve inflator and the Advanced Weight Loading System III (AWLS III) for easy weight loading, plus a RiteTite buckle and an ultimate stabilizing harness for secure buoyancy control. Sizes range XS–XL with lift capacities of XS 18.0 lbf, S 20.2 lbf, M 27.0 lbf, L 33.7 lbf, and XL 40.5 lbf.
The RS-790 Regulator Yoke module combines a balanced diaphragm first stage (R-700) with an anti-freeze system and a dry ambient pressure chamber to perform in cold conditions. A ribbed section increases heat transfer to resist freezing, while two HP ports and four LP ports (two standard, two high-flow) support versatile breathing configurations. The high-flow LP ports offer up to a 15% increase in air flow. A DIN version (RS-790 DIN) is available for 300 bar/4350 psi systems. The S-90 second stage is lightweight, with a pneumatically balanced system, a venturi adjustment lever, and an ortho-consciously designed mouthpiece. Eligible for TUSA CARE Free Parts for Life Program — USA only.
The included Safe Second SS-0001 High Performance Lightweight Octopus provides flexible placement with left or right-hand configuration and a venturi adjustment lever, paired with an ortho-consciously designed mouthpiece for comfortable breathing during dives.
The package is completed with a Tusa Mesh Backpack featuring a large outer pocket with hook-and-loop fastener, a zippered interior pocket, padded shoulder straps, and an extended main zipper. Its 81 L capacity, dimensions of 36 x 41 x 75 cm, and dry weight of 980 g (2.2 lb) make it practical for transport and gear organization on scuba trips.
Features
Features
- Lift capacity by size: XS 18.0 lbf, S 20.2 lbf, M 27.0 lbf, L 33.7 lbf, XL 40.5 lbf
- Advanced Weight Loading System III (AWLS III) for easy weight management
- RiteTite buckle and stabilizing harness for buoyancy stability
- Two zippered pockets on BC for gear storage
- Stainless and resin D-rings for gear attachment
- RS-790 first stage: R-700 balanced diaphragm with anti-freeze and dry ambient pressure chamber
- Two HP ports and four LP ports with high-flow options
- DIN version available (RS-790 DIN)
- Second stage S-90: pneumatically balanced, venturi-adjustable, ortho mouthpiece
- SS-0001 octopus: left/right hand configuration, venturi lever, ortho mouthpiece
- Mesh Backpack: 81 L capacity, large outer pocket, internal zippered pocket, padded straps, extended zipper
- Includes Element III Console for dive data readouts
- Compatible with TUSA CARE Free Parts for Life Program (USA only)
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WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
How should a scuba BCD fit?
A BCD should fit snugly enough that it does not ride up toward your ears when inflated, while still letting you breathe fully. Fasten the waist and cummerbund first, then adjust the shoulder straps so the tank sits close to your back and the shoulders cannot slide off. With the BCD fully inflated at the surface you should still be able to take a deep, comfortable breath; if it squeezes your chest, loosen it or move up a size.
How do I rinse and care for a BCD after diving?
Rinse the outside in fresh water and also flush the inside of the bladder, because salt water gets in through the inflator and dump valves. Fill the bladder roughly a third full of fresh water through the oral inflator, slosh it around, then drain it out through the inflator and each dump valve. Hang it to dry out of direct sunlight and store it partially inflated so the bladder walls do not stick together.
Should I use integrated weights or a weight belt?
Integrated weight pockets carry the lead in the BCD itself, which many divers find more comfortable and easier on the hips, while a weight belt keeps the weight independent of your BCD. Either way, you must be able to release your ditchable weight quickly with one hand, and your buddy should know how your system releases. Non-ditchable trim pockets are useful for balance but should never hold weight you might need to drop.
How do I pack a BCD for travel?
Make sure the BCD is completely dry inside and out before packing so it does not mildew in transit. Remove all weights, deflate it fully, and fold or roll it around softer items such as a wetsuit to cushion the inflator and valves. Avoid hard creases in the air cell, and unpack and air it out as soon as you arrive.
When does a BCD need to be serviced?
Follow the service interval in the manufacturer's manual, which is commonly an annual inspection alongside the rest of your life-support gear. Have the inflator, dump valves, and bladder checked any time the inflator sticks, free-flows, feels rough, or the BCD holds air poorly. Between services, confirm that it inflates and deflates properly as part of every pre-dive check.
What is the difference between a jacket-style and a back-inflate BCD?
A jacket-style BCD holds air in panels that wrap around your sides as well as your back, while a back-inflate BCD keeps the entire air cell behind you. Jacket styles tend to feel very stable and upright at the surface, and back-inflate styles keep the chest clear and are often preferred for horizontal trim underwater. Neither is objectively better, so treat it as a fit and preference decision and try both if you can.
Will my BCD fit any scuba tank?
Most recreational BCDs use an adjustable cam band sized for common single-cylinder diameters, so standard aluminum and steel tanks generally work. Re-check the band tension after the first wetting, because webbing can relax slightly and let the tank shift. If you dive doubles or unusual cylinder diameters, confirm compatibility with the manufacturer before assuming it will hold.
