Ritchie YB-600 Globemaster Steel Boat Compass w/5° Card - 12V - Yoke Mounted - Black

The Ritchie YB-600 Globemaster Steel Boat Compass with 5° Card is a marine-grade navigation instrument designed for vessels requiring accurate heading reference in open-water and coastal environments. This yoke-mounted compass delivers precise directional guidance through a hardened steel pivot and sapphire jewel movement, the same precision bearing system found in professional marine instrumentation. The 6-inch open-face dial with 5-degree card graduations provides clear, quick heading identification even in challenging lighting conditions typical of offshore operations.

The YB-600 features 90-degree lubber lines for intuitive course-line reading and built-in semi-circular compensators to correct for local magnetic deviation caused by ferrous materials aboard the vessel. Standard 4-inch quadrantal correctors address heeling errors that occur when a boat tilts during turns or rough seas. The 12V electrical compatibility integrates with modern marine electrical systems, while the black finish resists corrosion in salt-air environments. Easy installation via yoke mounting accommodates retrofit applications on both new construction and existing vessels seeking reliable primary or backup compass functionality.

This compass serves commercial fishing operations, recreational cruising, coastal patrol, and any application where a dedicated magnetic heading reference independent of electronic systems is essential. The 5-degree card choice provides adequate resolution for vessel-scale navigation without the finer gradations unnecessary for most marine uses. Weighing 28 pounds and sized at 12 x 11 x 17 inches, it occupies a standard pedestal mount footprint on wheelhouse or console installations, making it a practical solution for captains prioritizing navigation reliability and regulatory compliance in areas where magnetic compass backup is mandated.