How BLU3’s Patented Smart Reg Technology Redefines Portable Diving Equipment
Davie, United States – April 20, 2026 / BLU3 /
BLU3, a manufacturer of battery-powered surface-supplied dive systems and a division of Brownie’s Marine Group – a company with roots in the diving industry dating back to 1969 – has formally highlighted the engineering distinctions behind its Nomad and Nomad Mini battery-powered surface-supplied dive systems, drawing renewed attention to the patented Smart Reg technology that powers both units. With the Nomad Mini having entered the market in 2024 as the newest addition to the product line, the company is reinforcing what sets these systems apart from conventional dive equipment in terms of weight, portability, and air-delivery mechanics.
How Smart Reg Technology Works
At the core of both the Nomad and Nomad Mini is BLU3’s patented Smart Reg system, a sensor-activated mechanism that detects inhalation and activates the onboard compressor on demand. Rather than storing pressurized air in a bulky reservoir, the system generates air in real time and automatically adjusts pressure to match the diver’s depth. This approach eliminates the need for traditional scuba tanks while maintaining consistent air delivery throughout a dive.
The sensor responds directly to the diver’s breathing pattern, meaning the compressor runs only when air is being drawn. This on-demand activation distinguishes the Smart Reg architecture from other air delivery systems that pressurize air to pressures beyond what the diver is experiencing at depth. The efficiency of this technology is further demonstrated in newer configurations such as the Nomad 3X Battery, which can extend runtime to 3+ hours—highlighting how Smart Reg’s on-demand air delivery maximizes usable dive time by drawing power only when the diver inhales.
BLU3 engineers the Nomad and Nomad Mini at its facility in Davie, Florida, where the company develops and refines its portable diving equipment for both recreational and professional applications.
Weight and Portability Specifications
The Nomad weighs 15 pounds, while the Nomad Mini comes in at 12 pounds – placing both units among the smallest and lightest battery-powered surface-supplied dive systems currently available. By comparison, many competing systems in this category weigh 26 pounds or more, a difference that becomes significant when users are transporting equipment to and from the water.
“The Nomad Mini, which we introduced in 2024, brings the total weight down to 12 pounds without compromising the core Smart Reg performance that has defined our systems since the Nomad launched in 2021,” said Blake Carmichael, CEO of BLU3. “That weight reduction, combined with sensor-activated air delivery, gives divers a genuinely portable option that does not ask them to give up functional reliability at depth.”
The original Nemo system, introduced in 2019, preceded both current models and has since been phased out of the product line.
Practical Applications Across Professional and Recreational Use
The compact form factor of BLU3’s battery-powered surface-supplied dive systems makes them practical across a range of real-world scenarios. Boaters frequently use the Nomad and Nomad Mini for hull inspections and propeller clearing – tasks that typically require a diver to work in confined, shallow spaces where a full scuba setup would be cumbersome. Pool service professionals have adopted the systems for underwater maintenance work, where repeated entries and short dive durations make tankless dive systems a convenient alternative to tank-based equipment.
Shallow-water inspection work – including dock assessments, mooring line checks, and marine structure evaluations – represents another consistent use case, particularly for users who need to enter and exit the water multiple times during a workday without the logistics involved in managing compressed air tanks.
Training Requirements and Safety Recommendations
BLU3 maintains a clear position on user preparation: all users must complete BLU3’s free online dive training course before operating any BLU3 system. The course is available at diveblu3.com/training and covers equipment operation, dive procedures, and depth limitations specific to battery-powered surface-supplied systems.
Beyond the mandatory training course, BLU3 recommends that users carry a backup air source when diving and encourages scuba certification as an additional layer of preparedness. These recommendations reflect the company’s position that proper training and contingency planning are non-negotiable components of any dive, regardless of how convenient or hassle-free the equipment itself may be to operate.
BLU3’s dive systems are designed for use within recreational depth limits, and the Smart Reg system’s pressure-matching capability does not substitute for diver judgment or formal training in underwater procedures. Users are encouraged to review all manufacturer guidelines before entering the water. More information on both systems is available at diveblu3.com.
About BLU3
BLU3 is a manufacturer of battery-powered surface-supplied air diving systems designed for shallow underwater use. Engineered and assembled in Davie, Florida, BLU3 products provide a portable alternative to traditional tank-based diving equipment by delivering air from a floating compressor at the surface. The company’s systems are used for recreational exploration, underwater inspections, and maintenance applications in controlled environments. BLU3 is a subsidiary of Brownie’s Marine Group, which has been active in the diving industry since 1969. Learn more at https://www.diveblu3.com.
Contact Information:
BLU3
4061 Southwest 47th Avenue
Davie, FL 33314
United States
Blake Carmichael
+1 (954) 388-5650
https://www.diveblu3.com
