Clipper Compass Repeater

The Clipper Compass Repeater is a remote compass display unit designed for marine navigation and vessel steering systems. As a repeater compass, it duplicates the heading information from a master compass unit, allowing operators at the helm or crew members elsewhere on the vessel to monitor course and bearing in real time. The repeater maintains independent functionality with its own off-course alarm system, providing redundant safety monitoring during extended transit or when the helmsman is away from the primary station.

The unit's steer-to-course function displays steering error using a chevron accumulation system—magnitude and direction of deviation are shown visually, allowing the operator to correct heading by turning the wheel in the direction indicated until the chevrons disappear. This visual feedback system reduces cognitive load during active steering. The steering sensitivity is user-adjustable, accommodating different vessel classes and sea states. At 2 lbs with compact dimensions of 8 x 4 x 10 inches, the Clipper Compass Repeater fits standard mounting locations without space constraints, making it suitable for both bridge installations and remote helm stations.

This repeater compass serves commercial vessels, military craft, and serious cruising sailboats where distributed navigation capability is essential. Coast Guard auxiliary vessels, fishing operations, and offshore patrol craft benefit from independent compass repeaters positioned at secondary helm stations. The off-course alarm function provides critical safety monitoring during autopilot operation or night watch rotations, alerting crew if the vessel drifts beyond preset heading limits. The Clipper Compass Repeater (model CL-CR, SKU CW37352) integrates into existing marine navigation systems as a cost-effective way to add redundancy and improve situational awareness across multiple stations.