Submersible Pressure Gauge

What Is SPG Or Submersible Pressure Gauge-Know About Your Reliable Buddy In Scuba Diving

Bahamas diving offers an unmatched experience in scuba diving. When getting introduced to your scuba diving gear, the basics start with the most important part of your gear. SPG or submersible pressure gauge is one of the mandatory dive equipment that a scuba diver just cannot compromise on. It keeps a check on the content of air in the scuba tank. It helps in indicating the amount of air left in the tank and the standard reserve air pressure at which the diver should decide to ascend and end the dive.

SPG are available in two types, the analog form and the integrated ones. The analog form is generally a stand alone unit with needles to indicate the pressure, depth and time. The integrated ones are combined into the consoles, dive computer and additional instruments. This type is in the digital form. The units of air pressure are indicated in metric/bar or in pounds per a square inch(psi). The standard reserve air pressure is marked in red color. SPG is also known by other names such as pressure gauge, air gauge console, instrument console and air integrated computer.

The essential features in SPG that are central to a safe Bahamas diving experience are the display factor and a securely attached SPG. The display should be clear and easy to read. A clean design helps in the better reading and understanding ability. A securely attached SPG is also equally important because a dangling one may cling to the underwater growth, causing damage to the coral reef environment as well as the gauge itself. The optional features in SPG give the diver a choice to decide on the stand alone unit or an integrated one. You can go for a console unit that includes a compass and dive computer. The computer can also be worn on the wrist and a simple depth gauge is provided in the console. The SPG could also be integrated into your dive computer and your dive computer provides you with the details of the remaining air pressure along with other information. Hoseless SPG are also available that have a transmitter which sends wireless information to the dive computer worn on your wrist.

You can decide on your preference of SPG, whether you can handle a separate computer unit and SPG or would you like to go for a compact unit that contains the both, Would you prefer a common display system or a separate one? Some divers are convenient with the streamlined SPG and the arm unit whereas there are many that feel inconvenience as regards the wrist unit.

So, choosing the best SPG for scuba diving is all about your personal choice and a matter of convenience as safety and convenience should be your first priority in Bahamas diving experience.