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Ritchie FN-201 Navigator Compass – Flush Mount – Black
The Ritchie FN-201 Navigator delivers a sleek, low-profile magnetic heading solution for US powerboats, featuring a 4.5-inch PowerDamp dial and a classic black flush-mount finish.
- Dial Size: 4.5-Inch PowerDamp Flat Card
- Mounting: Flush Mount (Fits 4.75-Inch to 5.125-Inch Hole)
- Lighting: Integrated 12V Green LED Night Illumination
- Stability: Directive Force Magnets for Rapid Heading Recovery
- Movement: Hardened Steel Pivot and Triple-Point Sapphire Jewel
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Ritchie FN-201 Navigator | 4.5-Inch Flush Mount Black Compass
Optimize your powerboat’s navigational reliability with the Ritchie FN-201 Navigator, featuring a high-visibility 4.5-inch flat dial. This professional-grade flush-mount compass uses PowerDamp technology to eliminate dial jitter, providing a rock-steady heading reference that remains easy to read even when navigating through heavy chop or at high cruising speeds in demanding offshore conditions.
Designed for permanent helm integration, the FN-201 includes built-in compensators and 12V green lighting. Strategic placement away from electromagnetic interference is critical to maintaining magnetic integrity, ensuring this instrument serves as a dependable analog backup to your primary GPS and autopilot systems during long-distance coastal transits.
Technical Key Features
- 4.5-inch PowerDamp flat dial logic.
- Rugged black flush mount for modern helms.
- Integrated 12V green LED night lighting.
- Built-in compensators for magnetic deviation.
- Hardened steel pivot and sapphire jewel movement.
- DirectiveForce magnets for rapid heading lock.
- 100% repairable construction for long-term use.
Ritchie FN-201 Navigator Compass Technical Guide
The FN-201 is a professional-grade flush mount compass featuring a 4.5-inch flat card dial. It is designed for large powerboats and offshore fishing vessels that require a clear, stable heading reference as their primary analog navigation tool.
This model utilizes PowerDamp dial technology, which incorporates a specialized fluid and baffle system to eliminate dial oscillations. This ensures the helmsman sees a steady heading even when the vessel is pitching or experiencing heavy engine vibration.
The FN-201 features a hardened steel pivot and sapphire jewel movement. This low-friction internal assembly provides exceptionally fast heading acquisition and ensures the compass card moves smoothly without sticking over years of use.
Yes, it includes built-in adjustable compensators that allow you to nullify the effects of local magnetic interference from onboard electronics. This is critical for maintaining an accurate course relative to true magnetic north.
The unit comes with integrated 12V green NiteLight illumination. This soft green glow is the industry standard for night navigation, providing excellent visibility of the dial while preserving the captain's natural night vision.
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