Compass
 |
Wrist mounted magnetic compass has to be held flat and not near anything magnetic, but a wrist mounted compass can be used like a gun sight looking through the side window shown on the picture to make accurate navigation. |
 |
A magnetic compass insert to fit into a consul will never be forgotten but is not easy to use. It has to be held flat and not near anything magnetic. The contents gauge hose on the consul has to be the right length. |
 |
Digital wrist mounted compass has the advantage of not having to hold it level and using it near things magnetic but the disadvantage of needing battery's. |
 |
A compass that connects to the end of your consul will never be forgotten but is not easy to use. The contents gauge hose has to be the right length. |
Summary
A compass is a navigational instrument for finding directions under water.. It consists of a magnetized pointer free to align itself accurately with Earth's magnetic field. The dial shows north, south, east and west which are the cardinal points. It is important to keep it level when using it as the needle can lock if its tilted to far.
This page is not finished yet if you spot any errors or you have a better way of explaining it..... Contact me