Plastimo Olympic 135 Open – Marine Steering Compass for Open Boats
The Plastimo Olympic 135 Open is a high-precision marine compass engineered for helms on RIBs, centre consoles and open motorboats. Its large 135 mm card delivers instant course readability at a glance, while the rugged, UV‑stabilised construction stands up to glare, spray and vibration. With crisp, high‑contrast graduations, night illumination and a smooth, damped needle response, this compass helps you keep a steady heading in rough conditions and at speed. Designed for quick, tidy installation and long‑term reliability, the Olympic 135 Open brings professional‑grade confidence to every trip you take with Stratosens.com.
Key Benefits and Applications
- Effortless course control — The oversized 135 mm card and clear lubber line make headings easy to read from the helm, reducing eye strain and helping you steer precisely even in choppy seas.
- Built for open cockpits — UV‑resistant dome and corrosion‑proof housing resist sun, salt and spray, ideal for RIBs, centre consoles and open motorboats that face the elements all day.
- Day and night visibility — High‑contrast markings by day and integrated lighting by night keep your course information clear whenever you need it.
- Stable in rough water — A fluid‑damped magnetic system minimises oscillation, so the heading settles quickly after turns or impacts from waves.
- Clean, versatile installation — Thoughtfully designed mounting footprint and gasketed sealing support a neat install on modern consoles, saving time at the yard.
- Reliable, power‑independent navigation — Magnetic operation provides a trustworthy reference that complements GPS and electronics, offering redundancy when you need it most.
Featured technical specifications
- Apparent card diameter — 135 mm for superior legibility and reduced parallax from typical helm positions.
- Graduations and visibility — High‑contrast scale with bold cardinal and intercardinal markings for fast, accurate reading.
- Magnetic damping system — Fluid‑filled bowl and precision pivot deliver smooth, quick settling of the heading in waves and at speed.
- Deviation compensation — Integrated adjustment magnets with accessible screws allow fine tuning to local magnetic conditions for accurate steering.
- Housing and dome — UV‑stabilised, impact‑resistant body with an optically clear, anti‑glare dome designed to withstand prolonged sun exposure.
- Illumination — Built‑in night lighting compatible with common 12 V DC onboard systems for low‑consumption visibility after dusk.
- Mounting — Surface‑mount format optimised for open‑boat consoles, supplied with sealing gasket and hardware for a secure, watertight fit.
- Environmental resilience — Sealed construction helps protect the compass fluid and mechanism from temperature swings, spray and vibration.
Why this compass is the perfect choice for your boat
Chosen by enthusiasts and professionals alike, the Olympic 135 Open combines clarity, robustness and easy installation in one helm‑ready package. When you order from Stratosens.com, you get a carefully curated instrument, fast dispatch and knowledgeable support to help you rig it right the first time. Equip your boat with dependable, glance‑read navigation and enjoy confident steering on every passage with Stratosens.com.