Clipper Compass System w/Remote Fluxgate Sensor

The Clipper Compass System w/Remote Fluxgate Sensor is the professional-grade navigation tool trusted by serious boaters, charter captains, and marine surveyors who demand accurate heading data in all conditions. After decades on the water, reliable compass performance separates confident navigation from costly deviations—especially in coastal waters, open ocean, or challenging piloting situations where electronic and magnetic interference can degrade standard compass readings. This remote sensor architecture isolates the sensitive fluxgate element away from engine blocks, electrical panels, and metallic cabin structures that typically corrupt heading accuracy.

The remote fluxgate sensor design is the key advantage: the sensing head mounts at the highest, most magnetically neutral point on your vessel—typically the hardtop, mast, or forward rail—while the display console remains at the helm in full view. Fluxgate technology detects Earth's magnetic field with precision and compensates automatically for vessel heading, pitch, and roll, delivering stable readouts even in beam seas or tight turns. The compact 8 x 4 x 10 inch display console weighs just 2 lbs, making it easy to integrate into existing helm layouts without significant structural modification or electrical rewiring demands.

This system excels aboard displacement cruisers, motorsailers, fishing boats, and commercial vessels where compass accuracy directly impacts fuel efficiency, collision avoidance, and regulatory compliance. The remote sensor installation approach makes it ideal for retrofits on older boats where tight engine room conditions or heavy electrical infrastructure would otherwise corrupt a traditional bulkhead-mounted compass. Boaters upgrading from mechanical card compasses or unreliable LCD displays will appreciate the Clipper's rock-solid repeatability and the operational peace of mind that comes from knowing your heading is true regardless of electrical noise, metal hull composition, or equipment additions. Proper mounting height and clear sightline from the helm ensure optimal performance across all vessel types and configurations.