Scubapro X-TEK Sidemount Wing - Black (12LT) 25LB Lift Capacity
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Description
Description
SCUBAPRO's X-TEK sidemount wing (Black, 12LT) is designed in collaboration with leading cave divers to support both recreational and technical sidemount diving. The modular construction paired with an independent air cell lets you build a customized rig for your dive plan, whether navigating tight overhead spaces or exploring underwater passages. This gear is suited for scuba diving setups where buoyancy control and gear integration matter during both recreational and advanced diving missions.
The independent air cell provides about 12 kg (approximately 25 lb) of lift to support buoyancy control in a sidemount configuration, while the lightweight design helps reduce overall rig weight. With a compact weight of roughly 1.2 kg (2.65 lb) and a soft Airnet finished backpack, the wing aims for comfort during extended underwater sessions. The fully adjustable harness system and crotch strap add stability and security across a range of body types and diving missions.
Features
Features
- Modular design for a customized sidemount rig that adapts to your dive plan and gear configuration
- Independent air cell with lift around 12 kg (25 lb) to support buoyancy control in tight spaces
- Fully adjustable harness system that fits a range of torso lengths and diving configurations
- Crotch strap for added stability and security during sidemount maneuvers
- Soft Airnet finished backpack for comfort during longer underwater sessions
- Lightweight construction at about 1.2 kg (2.65 lb)
Specifications
Specifications
| BCD Type | Technical |
| Lift Capacity | 24.7 lbs |
| Lift Capacity | 11.2 kg |
| Lift Capacity | 110 |
| Weight Integrated | N/A |
| Weight | 2.65 lb | 1.2 kg |
| Activity | Technical |
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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.
