The scuba harness' backplate is separated from the wing. The buoyancy compensator attaches both pieces to the buoyancy compensator. This creates positive buoyancy at the surface and neutral buoyancy under water. Backplate and wing are modular systems, with each component separable from the other. They are a good choice for divers not sure which type of scuba diving equipment to purchase. These pros and cons are listed below.
Stainless steel
The stainless steel wings and backplate can be ordered with or without a harness. The wings and backplate are made from 316 stainlesssteel. This material is highly resistant against saltwater. It is cut on a CNC cutter and polished manually to prevent sharp edges which can prematurely wear the strap. These can be used with either a single or dual-airtank system. To make it easier to store, the wings are and stainless steel backplate can be taken off.
Backplates made of stainless steel are more heavy than those made from aluminium. Stainless steel backupplates are perfect for colder environments, as they'll help reduce the weight of your diving gear. Stainless steel backplates fit all types of dive tanks better than lead pieces. A Halcyon Dealer can provide weighting advice to determine what's appropriate for your body weight. The backplate will last longer so that you don't need it to be replaced as often.
Plastic
While the buoyancy of the plastic back plate and wing is negative, it is still advantageous when replacing the weight on the weightbelt. Jacket BCDs can also include weight integration and pockets. These ancillary features are not available for the backplate or wing system. These components can be purchased separately. These components can be purchased separately. This article will explain the pros and disadvantages of each. It is crucial that you choose the right type and size of back plate to suit your needs.
Softpack harness
There are many types of harnesses available for wings and back plates. Backplates and wing-specific BCDs are the most popular. They contain all the essential components like a harness, backplate and wing. The user can customize the harness by adding a variety of adjustable features. Softpack BCDs, which are lightweight and flexible, are great for technical divers.
Steel backplate harnesses lack adaptability. The harness is not meant to be used on single tanks. It can only be used on double tanks with permanent banding. While the steel harness offers the most rigid option, it can be cumbersome when used for travel. It can only be used for double tanks. Also, the steel backingplate may not work well on land. This can be modified to work with single tanks using adapters but it is not recommended.