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The CASSENS & PLATH IOTA/1 built-in spherical compass with its fully cardanic bearing is suitable as a steering compass for console or wall (bulkhead) mounting.

The housing and the adjustable hood are made of brass and can be stove-enameled black or white. Under the polished mineral glass bell is the fully gimbal-mounted, black counter-sight compass rose with 5° graduation. The apparent diameter of the rose is 100 mm.

Supplied with MED certificate (see also "Downloads") and 12 volt red light illumination element.

Technical features:

  • Total/flange Ø: 143mm
  • Bearing: Fully cardanic
  • Apparent rose: Ø 100mm
  • Rolling clearance: /- 180°
  • Stamp clearance: /- 180°

A mounted B C compensation is recommended. You can find this under "Accessories".

Accessories

CASSENS & PLATH Compensator magnets in two magazines B and C
Plastic, matt black varnished case. Suited for every type of compass. Two magazines B and C to compensate with 2 magnets, that can be reversed calibrated. Usually the adjustment has to be performed by a professional. Shipment: 2 magazines 130 x 25 x 25 mm, detailed mounting instruction.

€149.90 *

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