Overview
Read your boat's heading from a compact surface-mounted display with the white Ritchie S-53W Explorer compass. Its low-profile body houses a direct-reading dial, and the compass module releases at the push of a button for storage and security.
Key features
- The direct-reading dial and internal green lighting help you check headings by day or at night.
- Push-button removal lets you take the compass module away for storage.
- Built-in compensators allow adjustment for deviation.
- DirectiveForce magnets help the compass settle quickly on a heading.
- A movable sun shield lets you adjust shade over the dial.
- Fully repairable construction allows the compass to be serviced.
Specifications
- Model: S-53W Explorer
- Mount type: Surface
- Color: White
- Dial diameter: 2-3/4 inches (70 mm)
- Dial type: Direct-reading
- Standard lighting: 12V, internal green illumination
- Construction: High-temperature composite
- Movement: Matched sapphire jewel and hardened steel pivot
- Magnets: DirectiveForce
- Warranty: 5-year Ritchie warranty
- Approximate shipping weight: 1 lb (454 g)
Good to know
Lighting options for 6V and 24V are available. Some custom-built OEM versions may use different lighting.
Specifications
| Read | Front |
|---|---|
| Mounting Style | Surface |
| Lubber Lines | Yes |
| Backlight | Yes |
| Brand | Ritchie |
| Manufacturer part # | S-53W |
| UPC | 010342160508 |
| Boxed dimensions | 9 x 6 x 4 in |
| Shipping weight | 0.7 lb |
| Country of origin | US |
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