Quick disconnect fasteners

You'll usually find quick discon­nect fasteners used for BCD chest and shoulder straps, for attaching accessories to weight belts or BCDs, and sometimes to attach fin straps. Occasionally a diver may use a large one as a weight belt buckle.

Quick disconnect fasteners release easily by squeezing them, even under strain. They may become less reliable with heavy wear, however, so that they pull free unexpectedly under strain. Also, putting too much strain on one may cause it to pop free. To prevent these problems, inspect quick disconnect fasteners for wear, and use one large enough for the load