Rebreathers are complex devices that rely on numerous components to function correctly. When you encounter a problem, it’s valuable to isolate the issue to a specific component before seeking service. The idea is to verify whether a certain issue occurs with different peripherals or different head electronics.

Beneath the lush canopy of the Riviera Maya lies a hidden world of submerged caves, where a tight-knit community of skilled explorers charts underwater passages with unwavering dedication. These divers are driven not only by the thrill of discovery but by a shared mission to document and preserve one of Earth’s most enigmatic environments. In this space where science meets adventure, each new map drawn and each passage found deepens not just geographic knowledge, but the human bond forged through precision, teamwork, and a profound respect for the unknown.

Electronic components in a rebreather are essential for monitoring the partial pressure of oxygen in the breathing loop. Shearwater manufactures a variety of electronic components tailored to meet the diverse needs of rebreather manufacturers. Rebreather divers should understand these three main categories: communication protocols, functions, and connections.

This event has been honoring women in diving for 10 years. The world's biggest gathering of the largest number of female divers in the same place at the same time. Will a new record be set this year?

Explore the benefits of air integrated transmitters compared to traditional SPGs. Some key advantages include reducing failure points, gas management readings being more accessible, and having one less hose to streamline your setup. These insights might change the way you think about transmitters.

The Laguna Nichupté archaeological rescue project in Cancun demonstrates the importance of controlled underwater excavation, ensuring diver safety while assessing the site for historical remains. This project balances heritage preservation with infrastructure development, highlighting the meticulous methods used in Mexico's archaeological efforts.

When you’re diving trimix, a sudden change in plans can wreak havoc. Even when the weather isn’t cooperating, Malta offers some unique ‘second-choice’ dive sites that shouldn’t be ignored. Jason Brown visits an aircraft wreck with a fascinating history.

Malta has an undeniable allure for technical divers. Whether it’s the clear visibility, the ease of shore entry, or the thrill of exploring pristine heritage wrecks, this diving paradise delivers. From ocean liners and submarines to torpedo boats and bombers, Malta’s underwater world is as diverse as it is captivating.

You can’t choose when you will find a cave. But looking—truly looking—is what makes you an explorer. It's easy to join someone else's expedition when the groundwork has been done: the terrain walked, the entrances found, the first few meters of line laid. But if you’re an explorer, you will explore.