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> Primary Tank Strap with S/S Cam Buckle

Stainless Tank Straps These standard 2.0-inch width tank straps are low weight, strong marine grade stainless steel cam buckle design that cinches very tight. Includes a sewn in non-slip pad and protector. The standard length of 36-inches will easily accomodate 7.25-inch and 8-inch cylinders. There is a special short length of 28-inches for smaller diameter pony cylinders. The long length of 52-inches will encircle a set of doubles. Priced and sold EACH, if you need a pair order two.

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$24.95

Low Profile Tank Strap, 1.5-Inch Width, 36-Inch Length

This narrow 1.5-inch wide tank strap includes a compact low profile version of the stainless steel cam buckle. The strap is not sewn to the buckle, but attached with a belt slide which allows the strap length to be trimmed to a perfect fit. The 36-inch length can be adjusted to fit the smallest diameter pony as well as standard diameter tanks. Includes removable and position adjustable non-slip pad. Priced and sold EACH, if you need a pair order two.

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$44.95

Tank Straps, 36-inch Length, S/S Quick Release (PAIR)

Highland S/S Cam Buckle The Highland Tank Straps w/Quick Release S/S Cam has a hoop/buckle feature that allows complete separation of the buckle from the opposite end of the strap. This allows for removing and replacing your tank without having to lift the BC over the tank and jiggle the strap into place, or having to unthread the strap from the buckle. The standard 2-inch wide tank strap has a 316 stainless steel buckle with a higher lift, which increases holding force, causing the buckle to snap into place and eliminating unintentional release. It is tightened and loosened as with traditional cam bands and is easily adjusted for various cylinder sizes. Sold as a pair.

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> Single Tank Adapter and Tank Straps

For divers who frequently switch their harness, backplate and wing between double tank and single tank rigs, or between backmount and sidemount configurations, the Single Tank Adapter is a convenient way to attach cam straps to a backplate without having to thread the cam straps through the backplate slots and reweave the cam buckles. Constructed of marine grade passivated 304 stainless steel and including all stainless hardware consisting of two removable 1-inch attachment bolts on 11-inch centers with holdfasts, washers, lockwashers and wing nuts, along with two rubber pads to protect the tank. Also available as a package that includes two S/S Stamped Cam Buckle Tank Straps. If choose to use the single tank adapter with the TransPac or Nomad, you will need to also purchase their soft backplate doubles mounting plates.

Tank straps are 36-inches in length to accommodate 7.25-inch or 8-inch tanks and include a marine-grade, stainless steel cam buckle that is strong and low weight. The stainless steel buckle cam bands include a sewn-in, non-slip pad to protect the tank from scratches by the metal buckle. Tank straps are priced and sold EACH, if you need a pair order two.

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Single Tank Mounting with Backplates

  • If you occassionally switch between doubles and singles, you can configure your backplate (including the soft backplates of the TransPac and Nomad) to attach to a single tank by adding two tank straps threaded through the tank strap slots of the backplates. Note that when a traditional metal backplate is off the tank, the wing will hang loose on on the straps. This is cosmetic and does not otherwise cause problems, but if you wish you can use two plastic assembly screws to hold the wing against the backplate. Omitting the STA also reduces weight.

  • If you frequently switch between doubles and singles, you may prefer the speed and convenience of adding the straps using an optional single tank adapter mounting plate. Using an STA means the strap buckles never have to be unthreaded and re-weaved plus the STA also holds the wing in place with the plate when off the tank and adds weight to the rig. All modern backplates include provisions for tank strap slots, but if you have an older backplate design without the tank strap slots then you must add straps using a single tank adapter.

We are often asked if the tank mount would be more stable and secure using the STA, as opposed to threading the cam straps directly through the backplate. We've tested several configurations and discovered that threading the straps through the backplate is at least as stable as when using an STA. Using an STA sets the tank farther away from the backplate and allows the tank to rock slightly by pivoting from side to side on the bolts. Using the straps threaded to through the backplate snugs the tank and wing up very tight against the backplate and does not allow the tank to rock.


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Mounting Plates for Doubles (set of 2)

The stainless steel plates firmly secure any integrated harness and soft backplate system such as the TransPac, Nomad, or HTS to any set of double tanks that use industry-standard bands and bolts. They are curved to fit the spacing of double tanks, and are the only item needed to connect a soft backplate to a set of double tanks. The soft backplate and the wing end up being sandwiched between the double tanks and the mounting plates, eliminating the need for a metal backplate. Sold as a pair.

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> Tech Butt Plate and Bungee Set

Butt Plate and Nomad Ring Bungee in Use If you would like to sidemount stage and bailout cylinders with backmount doubles or rebreather, add a sidemount buttplate to your backmount harness using the Tech Buttplate. The shorter tech buttplate's rectangular shape places tank attachment points out from under backmount gear and closer to the edge of the diver's body with the rail facing outwards on the plate, making it easier to find and clip. The Tech Buttplate works great for diving from boats and for use with rebreathers. The Tech Buttplate is made of reinforced nylon to provide the proper amount of rigidity to hold sidemount tanks in position and eliminate sag with two stainless steel handles used for tank attachment. It includes stainless steel assembly screws for securing buttplate to metal backplate or TransPac soft backplate. (Buttplate has an 8-inch center to center measurement between the outside grommet holes.) Available with or without a pair of bungees and chokers.
Nomad Ring Bungee Sizing Bungees - Some people prefer to just lay the cylinder necks in the bungees, others prefer to use the Dive Rite Neck Chokers that allow the stage strap clips to be used to attach the cylinder neck to the bungees. The sidemount bungees are available in 11, 13, 15, 17, 19-inch lengths and a choice of medium or extra-large snaps for cold water use. The typical length when sidemounting tanks with a stage strap and choker is 13-inch for an 6-foot, 225lb man. The typical length when using the bungee without the choker is 17-inch. Petite individuals may opt for 11-inch and 15-inch respectively. Broad individuals might prefer 15-inch for stage strap and choker or 19-inch for sidemount using the bungee without the choker. Dive Rite now also offers a Ring Bungee which is always used with a choker. The diver clips the cylinder to the ring, which is clipped to the front of the harness with a medium clip and the ring is attached to the rear of the harness with the typical bungee arrangement.

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Tail Trim Weight Pouch

XS Scuba Tail Weight Pouch The Tail Weight Pouch is designed for divers using back plates who find that they need additional weight at the bottom of the plate. The pouch will hold up to 6 pounds of lead shot, and the 2-way Velcro® closure guarantees a secure seal. If you prefer to use hard or soft weights, the wide opening of the mouth allows insertion of up to 5 pounds. The pouch can be attached to the bottom tank band, between the cylinder and the wing, with the cylinder band bolts or with a stainless steel assembly screw.

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Get the Lead Out!

Adding weight is rarely the solution to a trim problem. In many cases, just removing excess weight from the waist belt will reduce the size of the compensating gas bubble and is often a better approach to adjusting trim. However, sometimes the amount of weight is correct but it needs to be redistributed to correct a trim problem, particularly if aluminum cylinders or drysuits are involved. Proceed cautiously and try to remove weight somewhere else when adding a trim weight because in many cases the diver already has too much weight and adding weight, even trim weight, just makes the problems worse.


How to Weave a Cam Strap

Watch this one and a half minute video with Dive Rite's Lamar showing how easy it really is to thread a cam strap!

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Video is © Lamartec, Inc.

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Pricing for Tank Straps, Adapters, Weights

Image Item SKU Description Ship Status Everyday
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Tank Strap, Standard 36-Inch Length w/Stainless Cam Buckle  DR-BC2034-36 Tank Strap, Standard 36-Inch Length w/Stainless Cam Buckle In Stock $19.00
Tank Strap, Short 28-Inch Length w/Stainless Cam Buckle  DR-BC2034-28 Tank Strap, Short 28-Inch Length w/Stainless Cam Buckle In Stock $19.00
Tank Strap, Long 52-Inch Length w/Stainless Cam Buckle  DR-BC2034-52 Tank Strap, Long 52-Inch Length w/Stainless Cam Buckle In Stock $24.95
Low Profile Tank Strap, 1.5-Inch Width, 36-Inch Length  DR-BC2036-1.5 Low Profile Tank Strap, 1.5-Inch Width, 36-Inch Length In Stock $24.95
1.5-Inch Cam Strap Quick Release Adapter  DR-BC2036-QR 1.5-Inch Cam Strap Quick Release Adapter In Stock $18.00
Tank Straps, 36-inch Length, S/S Quick Release (PAIR)  XSS-HL201 Tank Straps, 36-inch Length, S/S Quick Release (PAIR) In Stock $44.95
Single Tank Adapter w/pads (no straps)  DR-BC1090SS Single Tank Adapter w/pads (no straps) In Stock $48.95
Single Tank Adapter w/pads PLUS two S/S Cam Buckle Straps  DR-BC1088SS Single Tank Adapter w/pads PLUS two S/S Cam Buckle Straps In Stock $88.95
Pad for Cam Strap  DR-BC2108 Pad for Cam Strap In Stock $1.68
Mounting Plates for Doubles (set of 2)  DR-BC2084 Mounting Plates for Doubles (set of 2) In Stock $14.00
Tail Trim Weight Pouch  XSS-WB500 Tail Trim Weight Pouch In Stock $12.95
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