Simrad Precision-9 Compass

The Precision-9 Compass supplies accurate heading and rate-of-turn information, based on an internal array of solid-state sensors that measure motion and orientation on nine axes. An easily adjustable mounting bracket and NMEA 2000 connectivity enable simple installation aboard any boat, including an up-mast mounting option for steel-hulled vessels.

Heading Sensor with Rate of Turn

This compact sensor package provides heading, rate of turn, pitch and roll data to equipment connected over an industry-standard NMEA 2000 network. More than just a compass, the Precision-9 is an ideal source of heading and motion data for Simrad autopilots, radar systems, multifunction displays, and other systems.

Solid-State Sensor Technology

The Precision-9 Compass incorporates a sophisticated solid-state sensor array based on MEMS technology. This high-precision array measures motion on nine separate axes in order to calculate the most accurate heading and rate-of-turn information possible, avoiding many common limitations of conventional fluxgate electronic compasses and delivering heading accuracy of ±2 degrees after calibration.

Mount Almost Anywhere

An easily adjustable mounting bracket allows the Precision-9 Compass to be installed on any vessel, in almost any location. The compass may also be mounted directly to any flat surface and, with an IPX7 waterproof rating, external up-mast installation is possible on steel hulled vessels to avoid magnetic interference. Installation is further simplified by NMEA 2000 connectivity, with a single cable carrying both power and data.

Features

• Measures heading, rate of turn, pitch and roll
• Accurate and reliable solid-state sensor technology
• Heading accuracy of ±2° after calibration
• Easily adjustable mounting bracket allows bulkhead or up-mast installation
• IPX7 waterproof for external up-mast mounting on steel hulled vessels
• Simple installation with a single NMEA 2000 connection

Specifications

• Waterproof rating: IPX7
• Heading sensor accuracy: +/-2degree, after calibration
• Power consumption (maximum): 0.4 W (N2K Load 1 len)
• Supply voltage: 12 volt DC (8-16 volt DC) via NMEA2000
• NMEA 2000 Connectivity: 1x NMEA 20000 Micro-C port, 1 LEN
• Operating temperature range: -25ºC to +65ºC (-13ºF to + 149ºF)
• Storage temperature range: -30ºC to + 70ºC (-22ºF to + 158ºF)
• Compass safe: 500 mm (1.7")
• Mounting type: Bracket, Bulkhead
• Approvals compliance: CE under EMC directive 2014/30/EU
• Heading sensor data available: Magnetic heading, rate of turn, pitch/roll, heave
• Sensor type: Solid state, rate stabilized
• N2K PGNs: 127250, 127251, 127257, 127252
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 36 mm (1.42") x 119 mm (4.69") x 119 mm (4.69")
• Weight: 0.165 kg
• Bracket weight: 0.13 kg

Included Accessories

• N2K-T-RD Network T-Connector
• N2KEXT-15RD 15ft Network Extension Cable

Optional Extra

RS40 VHF Radio with AIS NAV-000-14470-001