Apeks WTX D18 Wing

Apeks WTX D18 Wing

Choose the Apeks WTX-D18 wing to build or update a compatible single-cylinder system. Its donut layout lets gas move around the air cell, while separate harness and backplate components allow the rest of the setup to be chosen around your needs.

Features and benefits

• Continuous-loop air cell. The donut shape gives gas a continuous path around the wing, helping it move from one side to the other as you adjust your position. Correct wing choice, weighting and trim remain part of the complete setup.
• Harness support. A compatible harness supports the cylinder and positions the wing against the backplate. This wing is supplied separately, so select the harness and mounting components for your intended configuration.
• Configurable weight storage. Optional SureLock II system. Add the listed weight system if it suits your ballast arrangement. Choosing compatible pockets lets you position ballast around the complete system and keep release controls accessible.
• Durable construction. Construction uses 1000D Armorshield Cordura. The fabric protects the buoyancy structure from everyday contact with equipment; rinse it after use and inspect high-wear areas regularly.
• K-style inflation control. The inflator provides separate controls for adding air and oral inflation or deflation. Its familiar hose-mounted layout keeps the controls together at the shoulder.

Fit and configuration

Wing component only. A compatible harness, backplate and cylinder attachment arrangement are required separately. Choose enough lift for your complete cylinder and equipment configuration. Lift capacity, ballast-pocket capacity and the BCD’s dry weight describe different things; use the size-specific values in Technical Specs when comparing options.

What’s included

Wing component. Harness and backplate are purchased separately; match the required mounting hardware to your configuration.

Care, rinsing and storage

After every dive, rinse the wing, harness, buckles and accessible fittings with fresh water, paying attention to salt and sand around the inflator, dump valves and weight-pocket releases. Follow the Apeks manual’s procedure for the fitted inflation system, including keeping the power inflator pressurised where specified.

Dive Gear Australia recommends Gear Aid Revivex BC Cleaner 10 oz for cleaning the outer surfaces and internal air cell. It helps remove salt, chlorine and residue while conditioning suitable rubber and plastic parts. Use the dilution on the cleaner’s label and follow the equipment manual.

Rinse the air cell internally through the opening specified in the manual, using fresh water and the recommended cleaner dilution when needed. Gently rotate the equipment to reach the inside surfaces, drain through the specified outlet, then rinse until the water runs clear. Drain thoroughly before drying.

Allow the wing to dry in the shade, then store it slightly inflated in a cool, dry place without tight folds or heavy gear on top. Before diving, check that it holds air and that inflation controls, dump valves, straps and weight releases work correctly. Follow the manufacturer’s service schedule and have leaks, sticking controls or damage checked by an authorised technician.