When we first saw the B.U.D from Oceanic we weren't exactly sure where it placed itself in the dive computer market but after having Kelvin from Oceanic explain it to us we are convinced it will find it's place in the market.
With us all taking so much technology underwater these days and becoming so dependant on it that when it actually does go wrong we have no idea how to revert back to basics.
Well the Oceanic BUD shows you how far along the technological path we have come! In the past we would've had back up dive tables in our BC pocket - now we are looking at having a electronic back up for our electronic device! But this means that we have a complete second by second account of our dive history - removing any possibility of mistaken calculation or randomness on your backup calculations. You probably won't need this if you only do the odd dive on holiday but if you are planning an intensive dive vacation on a liveaboard then please take the time to read through the specs below.
Set it and forget it. The B.U.D. is a long overdue idea and a great way to ensure that you never have to miss a dive. Clip it on or stow it in a pocket and forget about it. B.U.D. is a universal backup dive computer that uses Dual Algorithm technology allowing you to adust your dive computer's settings to closely match just about any other dive computer on the market making it the perfect backup device. You should never have to use it, but if you do need it, your B.U.D. will be there to save your next dive. This new Dive Computer is a must for every diver to carry because no matter what computers you are using, you will be able to set your B.U.D. to closely match any computers profile using the Oceanic Patented DUAL ALGORITHM.
Universal Backup Dive Computer
Clip it to your BC and forget about it – should something happen to your primary, it’s always with you
Dual Algorithm® with Conservative Factor Setting adjusts to match any computer out there – the market is open
Simple, easy-to-read display
Nitrox to 50%
Long-Life user replaceable battery
Safety Stop Countdown
Universal Clip
Conservative Factor Setting
Adjustable Units of Measure