Beuchat Open Decompression Buoy 115cm – Safety Signaling for Scuba Diving, Freediving and Spearfishing
What is the Beuchat Open Decompression Buoy 115cm?
Beuchat Open Decompression Buoy 115cm is the surface safety signaling device designed for scuba divers, freedivers and spearfishers who practice their activities in open water, where visibility from the boat and correct signaling of the diver's position are critical safety factors.
With 115 cm height and 20 cm diameter, the Beuchat Open Decompression Buoy 115cm offers a signaling surface large enough to be visible from a boat at distance, even in moderate swell conditions. Its open buoy design with integrated line allows it to be deployed and inflated directly underwater before ascent, signaling the exact position of the diver at the surface and preventing accidents with passing vessels.
Why is a Decompression Buoy Essential?
The Signaling Device That Can Save Your Life
The decompression buoy or signaling buoy is one of the most important safety accessories in the scuba diving equipment, and yet one of the most frequently forgotten. Its functions are critical in any open water dive:
Signaling before ascent – Allows the diver to alert the boat of their exact position and that they are beginning the ascent, giving the skipper time to maneuver and position correctly for the pickup.
Accident prevention with watercraft – In areas with boat traffic, the surface marker buoy alerts vessel operators to the presence of an ascending diver, preventing potentially fatal accidents.
Location in case of drift – If the diver has drifted during the dive and surfaces far from the boat, the buoy allows the captain to locate the diver from a distance even in choppy conditions.
Safety stop control – The integrated line allows the diver to maintain the correct depth during the safety stop, using the buoy as a depth reference and visual anchor point from the surface.
Open Design with Integrated Line
Easy to Use, Effective When It Matters Most
The open buoy design of the Beuchat Open Decompression Buoy 115cm is the most widely used system among recreational and professional divers for its combination of ease of use and effectiveness in real situations:
Underwater inflation – The open buoy is inflated directly from the scuba regulator or by mouth during the safety stop or ascent, with no additional mechanisms required. Air introduced through the open bottom fills the buoy and lifts it to the surface immediately.
Rapid deployment – The compact rolled design of the buoy allows it to be stored in a BCD pocket and deployed with one hand when needed, even while wearing neoprene gloves.
Integrated line – The line connecting the buoy to the diver serves several simultaneous functions during ascent:
- Ascent rate control – The diver can regulate the speed at which the buoy rises to the surface, preventing excessively fast ascents
- Depth reference – The length of line deployed indicates the diver's depth at each moment during the ascent
- Safety stop stabilization – Allows the diver to maintain the correct depth of 5 meters without needing a visual reference from the bottom
- Location guide – The boat can follow the line to the diver's exact position at the surface
Dimensions and Visibility
115cm Signaling Visible from a Distance
The dimensions of the Beuchat Open Decompression Buoy 115cm have been selected to ensure maximum visibility in the most common sea conditions:
- 115 cm height – Tall enough to rise above the water and be visible above moderate waves, ensuring the vessel can locate the diver from a safe distance
- 20 cm diameter – A diameter that provides sufficient air volume to keep the buoy upright and stable on the surface even in wind and waves
- High-visibility color – The buoy's bright color maximizes its visibility to both vessels and maritime rescue services
Compact and Lightweight to Always Carry
No Excuse to Dive Without It
One of the main reasons many divers don't carry a decompression buoy is their perception that it is a bulky or uncomfortable accessory to transport. The Beuchat Open Decompression SMB 115cm dismantles that argument:
- Rollable and compact – Once rolled up, it takes up the minimum possible space, compatible with the pocket of most BCDs on the market
- Lightweight – Its weight does not add a significant burden to the diver's equipment
- Ready to use in seconds – Deployment and inflation time is minimal, ensuring it is operational when truly needed
Who is the Beuchat Open Decompression Buoy 115cm For?
The Beuchat Open Decompression Buoy 115cm is designed and recommended for:
- Recreational divers – An essential safety accessory for any open water dive
- Technical divers – For signaling extended decompression stops away from the boat
- Freedivers – Position signaling during freediving sessions in open water
- Spearfishers – For signaling position during spearfishing sessions and alerting vessels
- Instructors and divemasters – To always carry as standard safety equipment on any guided dive
- Divers who dive in maritime traffic areas – Where signaling is especially critical for safety
Tech Specs – Beuchat Open Decompression Buoy 115cm
Brand: Beuchat | Model: Open Decompression Buoy Height: 115 cm Diameter: 20 cm Type: Open buoy with integrated line Inflation: From regulator or mouth underwater Line: Integrated Use: Recreational diving, technical diving, freediving, spearfishing
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| Brand | Beuchat |
| Color | Orange |
| Length | 115cm |