A printed collection of dive times for specific depths, by which the divers can avoid contacting DCS. Most tables are based on Haldanian theory for nitrogen up-take and elimination.
Various collections of dive times for specific depths, to guide the diver to stay withing recommended safe limits for recreational diving. Generally based on Haldanian theory for nitrogen uptake and elimination - Too complicated? See Dive Computer.
Dive Tables, Decompression Tables or Tables are printed cards or booklets that allow divers to determine for a particular dive profile and breathing gas, the Decompression stops required for that dive in order to avoid decompression sickness.