Apeks Backplate

Apeks Backplate - Aluminum or Stainless Steel

The Apeks Backplate is available in aluminium or stainless steel. This backplate comes without a harness. Four upper and four lower slots accommodate nylon cylinder cam bands. These bands secure a single cylinder directly to the plate. Four additional slots provide lateral cylinder stability. This enhanced stability is superior to traditional two-slot plates.

Three top holes offer wing and cylinder height adjustments. A corresponding lower center slot accommodates misaligned lower band bolts. Furthermore, upper and lower perimeter holes allow accessory mounting. Finally, holes along the bottom add even more mounting options. A 2" wide crotch strap slot completes the design.

Aluminum Backplate
This backplate uses 6061 aluminium. It weighs approximately 753g.

Stainless Steel Backplate
This backplate uses 316 stainless steel. It weighs approximately 2.2 kg.

Backplate Highlights:

• Material Options: Available in lightweight aluminium or marine grade stainless steel.
• Secure Cylinder Mounting: Four upper and four lower slots for cam bands.
• Enhanced Stability: Four additional slots provide superior lateral stability.
• Adjustable Height: Three top holes allow for wing and cylinder adjustments.
• Accommodates Misalignment: Lower center slot for misaligned bolts.
• Accessory Mounting: Perimeter and bottom holes for attaching accessories.
• Crotch Strap Slot: Features a 2" wide crotch strap slot.

SHIPPING:

We aim to dispatch all in-stock items within 2 working days but will inform you of approximate delivery times should any item on your order be out of stock or on supplier backorder due to current manufacturing or transport delays caused by global shortages and/or impeded production.

Please refer to our Shipping Policy and Returns & Refunds Policy for detailed information on delivery terms and returns.

Our current shipping rates are as follows:

• UK mainland orders £45 and over: FREE
• UK mainland orders under £45: £4.90 Fixed Rate
• Scottish Higland and Islands & Isle of Man: £9.90 Fixed Rate
• Channel Islands & Northern Ireland: £14.90 Fixed Rate
• European Union: £13.90 + 5% of order value (maximum £30)
• Rest of the World: £19.50 + 8% of order value (maximum £55)
• BFPO Post Codes: £20

INTERNATIONAL EXCEPTIONS:

For international orders containing weights, cylinders (excluding suit inflation bottles) and Suex scooters please contact us in advance before placing your order.

These products are not included in our global max-capped shipping rates and are only shipped outside of UK mainland after freight cost is calculated based on total weight, dimensions of parcel, location of delivery and the courier service used. We will let you know what this cost will be before processing any order.

All cylinders we ship within and outside of UK mainland are filled and tested on site before being emptied for dispatch. Cylinders shipped outside of the UK will be empty and will also have their valves removed, requiring reassembly after you receive delivery. Twinset manifolds and bands will also be removed and dispatched together with the cylinders for safe global shipping.

RETURNS & REFUNDS

We offer a 30 day return for any product sold under our Returns & Refunds Policy Please contact us before any return with your order number and date details. Receive our Returns Authorisation Form and instructions and enclose them with your return to expedite a refund. Detailed information is available in our Returns & Refunds Policy.

Email us at sales@dirdirect.com or call us on +44(0)1305 824 555

Note that all returned items are shipped at the customer's own risk and remain the customer's property until received by Underwater Explorers, so please ensure they are packaged well and use reliable postal services with tracking facilities. The goods will be inspected on arrival. 

Return postages are at your own cost and our outbound shipping costs (if items are sold with integrated basic shipping charges i.e. Free shipping for orders £45 and above) the UK shipping rate may be deducted from any UK mainland refund unless linked to a fault/defect claim. 

Please contact us with your order number and name before sending any returns to:

Underwater Explorers – Returns
Unit 1, Maritime Business Centre
Mereside, Portland
Dorset, DT5 1FD 
United Kingdom

Please refer to our Shipping Policy and Returns & Refunds Policy for detailed information.