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BS MA 2-2:1969

Superseded

Superseded

A superseded Standard is one, which is fully replaced by another Standard, which is a new edition of the same Standard.

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A superseded Standard is one, which is fully replaced by another Standard, which is a new edition of the same Standard.

Magnetic compasses and binnacles Class B instruments

Available format(s)

Hardcopy , PDF

Superseded date

10-05-2001

Language(s)

English

Published date

11-28-1969

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
DocumentType
Standard
Pages
10
PublisherName
British Standards Institution
Status
Superseded
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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