How to Use the Scuba Weight Calculator

Step 1: Enter your body weight in kilograms. This is the primary factor in determining your base weight needs.

Step 2: Input your height in centimeters. This helps in estimating your body composition, which can affect buoyancy.

Step 3: Select your diving experience level from the dropdown menu. Choose between beginner, intermediate, or advanced based on your number of dives.

Step 4: Choose your exposure suit type. Options range from a basic swimsuit to a full drysuit, each affecting your buoyancy differently.

Step 5: Select the material of your scuba tank. Aluminum tanks are more buoyant than steel tanks when empty, affecting your weight needs.

Step 6: Indicate whether you’ll be diving in freshwater or saltwater. Saltwater is more buoyant and requires slightly more weight.

Step 7: Click the “Calculate Weight” button to get your estimated weight needed.

Step 8: Review the result and explanation provided. The calculator will display the estimated weight in kilograms and offer a brief explanation of how it was calculated.

Step 9: Use this estimate as a starting point for your dive. Remember to perform a proper weight check in the water and adjust as necessary for optimal buoyancy control.

Step 10: Keep in mind that this calculator provides an estimate. Factors like individual body composition, specific gear configurations, and personal comfort levels may require further adjustments to achieve perfect buoyancy.