PLASTIMO Offshore Compass For Boat – 135 White is a large, easy-to-read marine compass designed for powerboats measuring 10 metres and above (33 ft+). It provides a clear visual heading reference for navigation, course monitoring and helm control. The white housing and contrasting black compass card support quick reading from the steering position, making this model suitable for installation on motor yachts, power cruisers, RIBs, open dayboats and catamarans. Its current product reference is 65524, replacing previous part number 17261.

This Plastimo 135 offshore compass features a flat compass card with an apparent diameter of 130 mm. The card is graduated every 5°, while heading numerals are displayed every 30° to help the helmsman identify direction without unnecessary visual clutter. A single lubber line provides a fixed reference against which the vessel’s heading can be read. Compensation is supplied as standard, and the flat-card model uses multizone balancing for operation across different navigational zones. These characteristics make it a practical yacht compass for vessels that require a permanently visible magnetic heading display at the helm.

For protection and visibility, the compass incorporates Plastimo’s articulated hood and sunshade system. The built-in cover consists of three telescopic sections that can be moved progressively over the dome. This allows the helmsman to adjust the amount of shade according to available light and helps reduce glare when viewing the compass card. When fully closed, the hood also covers the dome while the compass is not being read. Integrated 12–24V LED lighting illuminates the compass for night navigation and low-light operation, allowing it to connect with common 12V or 24V onboard electrical systems.

The compass is supplied in a flush mount configuration for fitting into a suitable steering console, dashboard or helm pod. An optional mounting bracket can be added when bracket installation is preferred, including applications where cutting a large dashboard opening may not be suitable. The magnetic cell is mounted on shock absorbers to improve its resistance to vibration and repeated hull pounding experienced by powerboats. The listed homologation and approval is SOLAS-MED 96/98. With its readable card, illuminated display, protected dome and flexible mounting possibilities, this flush mount marine compass provides a dependable independent heading reference alongside chartplotters, GPS equipment and other marine navigation instruments.

Key Features:

• PLASTIMO Offshore Compass For Boat – 135 White is designed for powerboats of 10 metres and above (33 ft+) and provides a clear magnetic heading reference at the helm.
• Large flat black compass card with a 130 mm apparent diameter for convenient viewing from the steering position.
• Compass card graduated every 5°, with prominent heading numerals positioned every 30°.
• White housing creates a clean appearance for installation on white or light-coloured marine dashboards and helm consoles.
• One lubber line provides a clear fixed reference for reading the vessel’s heading.
• Built-in articulated protective hood is formed from three sliding telescopic sections.
• Adjustable sunshade helps control glare on the dome in bright daylight and can be fully closed over the compass.
• Magnetic cell is mounted on shock absorbers for increased resistance to vibration and hull pounding.
• Integrated 12–24V LED lighting supports compass reading during night passages, low-light cruising and reduced-visibility conditions.
• Supplied as a standard flush mount marine compass for installation in a dashboard, steering pod or helm console.
• Can be converted to bracket mounting by adding the appropriate optional bracket.
• Compensation is supplied as standard for installation adjustment where required.
• Flat-card version incorporates multizone balancing for use across different navigational zones.
• Current Plastimo reference number is 65524; the previous part number is 17261.
• Listed homologation and approval: SOLAS-MED 96/98.

Applications / Suitable For:

• PLASTIMO Offshore Compass For Boat – 135 White is suitable for powerboats measuring 10 metres and above that require a large, permanently installed marine compass.
• Recommended for motor yachts, power cruisers, open dayboats, larger RIBs and power catamarans.
• Suitable for flush mounting on horizontal dashboards, helm stations and compatible steering pods.
• Appropriate for bracket-mounted installations when used with the separately available optional bracket.
• Useful as the primary magnetic compass or as an independent heading reference alongside GPS, chartplotters and electronic navigation displays.
• Designed for recreational cruising, coastal navigation, offshore passages, harbour manoeuvring and general marine navigation.
• Suitable for vessels operating with either 12V or 24V onboard electrical systems when connecting the LED illumination.

FAQs:

Q: What size boat is the PLASTIMO Offshore Compass For Boat – 135 White designed for?
A: It is designed for powerboats measuring 10 metres and above, equivalent to approximately 33 feet or longer.

Q: Can the PLASTIMO Offshore Compass For Boat – 135 White be bracket mounted?
A: Yes. It is supplied in a flush mount version but can be bracket mounted by adding the compatible optional bracket.

Q: Does the PLASTIMO Offshore Compass For Boat – 135 White include lighting?
A: Yes. It has integrated 12–24V LED lighting for reading the compass in low-light and night-time conditions.

Q: What are the compass card specifications?
A: The flat black card has a 130 mm apparent diameter, graduations every 5°, heading numerals every 30° and one lubber line.