
BS MA 2-2:1969
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Magnetic compasses and binnacles Class B instruments
Hardcopy , PDF
05-10-2001
English
28-11-1969
Foreword
Specification
1. Scope
2. Definitions
3. Compass and gimbal ring
3.1 Construction and materials
3.2 Gimballing and bearing
3.3 Lubber marks
3.4 Directional system
3.5 Verge ring
3.6 Accuracy of operation
4. Azimuth reading device
4.1 Materials
4.2 Mounting
4.3 Field of view
4.4 Accuracy
5. Binnacles and correcting devices
5.1 Construction and materials
5.2 Mounting of compass within the binnacle
5.3 Siting of fore-and-aft marks
5.4 Illumination
6. Marking
7. Testing and certificates
General requirements for construction and materials of magnetic compasses, binnacles and azimuth reading devices where Class A requirements may not be essential. Appropriate limits of accuracy for component parts.
Committee |
EPL/80
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DocumentType |
Standard
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Pages |
10
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PublisherName |
British Standards Institution
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Status |
Superseded
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SupersededBy |
Standards | Relationship |
ISO 613:2000 | Similar to |
BS MA 2-1:1985 | Magnetic compasses and binnacles Specification for class A magnetic compasses, their binnacles and azimuth reading devices (including test procedures) |
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