Features

Backplate:

• The stainless steel weighs approximately 5 lbs (2.2 kg)

• 4 each upper and lower slots accommodate nylon cylinder bands so a single cylinder can be strapped directly to the plate. Having a series of 4 slots provides lateral stability of the cylinder that traditional 2 slot plates cannot.

• 3 holes at the top of the plate offer a range of height adjustments for the buoyancy cells and the cylinders. In addition, a corresponding lower centre slot allows for lower band bolts that are misaligned.

• 2” wide crotch strap slot

• Upper and lower perimeter holes along either side and holes along the bottom allow for the mounting of accessories.

• Offer an electro-plate finish and a laser-etched Apeks logo to enhance the look of the plate.

Harness:

• Can mount directly to a single cylinder using dual nylon cylinder bands or a single tank adapter.

• Can accept a WTX Back Plate for heavy loads such as twin steel cylinders.

• Multiple grommet settings on the waistband allow the attachment of the SureLock™ weight system.

• Open shoulder design allows diver to add or remove hardware for total customization.

• Made from rugged 1050D Ballistic Nylon.

• Removable crotch strap made of 2” (5cm) soft webbing.

• 6-two inch stainless steel D-rings (2, angled, on shoulders, 2 on the hips and 2 on the crotch strap).

• 6-one inch stainless steel D-rings along the sides accommodate light canisters, argon bottles or other accessories.

• 2-one inch stainless steel D-rings along the lower back are for marker buoys, reels or other accessories.

• Removable back pad.

• Heavy-duty waist buckle made of stainless steel.

• Stainless steel tri-loaders distribute the load between the back, waist and shoulders for a great fit.

• SOLAS reflector airway hold-downs can be removed or repositioned.

• Chest strap comes standard.

• Available in 4 sizes: S, M, L & XL.

• Includes 2ea. tank bands.

Bladder:

• Armoguard exterior provides added benefits:
  - More abrasion resistant than Cordura®
  - Fast-drying
  - When it doesn’t get rinsed, it won’t smell or pick up bacterial growth

• The airway uses an 18” round spiral hose and has a rapid exhaust dump valve aka a cable pull dump

• Lift Capacity: 40 lbs

Weight Pockets:

• Bolts directly to the WTX Harness

• Able to mount to the back plate with use of SureLock™ attachments

• Includes necessary attachment hardware plus spares

• 2” stainless adjustable D-rings on the outside of each pocket

• Features SureLock™ (patented) mechanical weight release buckles which prevent weights from releasing until you want them to

• Each pocket holds up to 10 lbs (4.5kg) of lead

• Includes attachment grommets to mount your choice of Aqua Lung knives

Single Tank Adapter:

• Made of 316 stainless steel

• Weighs 1 lb. 1 oz. (490g) without hardware

• Comes with 2 sets of bolts and one pair of washers and wing nuts

• 1” bolts for directly mounting to back plate

• 1.5” bolts for mounting to back plate inside WTX Harness

• Nylon tank bands are not included and may be purchased separately