Sun Compass

Item Name Code (INC) 04727

Navigational Instruments: Federal Supply Class: FSC 6605; NATO Supply Classification Class: NSC 6605
Instruments and Laboratory Equipment: Federal Supply Group: FSG 66; NATO Supply Classification Group: NSG 66
Item Hits: 2

A mechanical device which utilizes the azimuth of the sun to obtain true direction.

Additional Information for Sun Compass

A sun compass is a navigational instrument used to determine the direction of the sun. It consists of a circular dial with markings indicating the cardinal directions (north, south, east, and west) and a movable pointer or shadow-casting device. By aligning the pointer with the shadow cast by the sun, the user can determine the direction they are facing.

Sun compasses are commonly used in outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and orienteering, where accurate navigation is essential. They are particularly useful when other navigational aids, such as a magnetic compass or GPS, are not available or reliable.

In the supply class Navigational Instruments, sun compasses are categorized as instruments used specifically for navigation purposes. They fall under the broader supply group Instruments And Laboratory Equipment, which includes various instruments and equipment used in scientific research, experimentation, and measurement.

Sun compasses are designed to be portable and easy to use, making them a valuable tool for outdoor enthusiasts, adventurers, and professionals who rely on accurate navigation in their work.

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NATO Stock Numbers with Item Name 04727 Sun Compass Page 1 of 1

6605-01-589-1562
Sun Compass

101972: RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 9 | DAC: 1

19 Oct 2010

6605-15-196-7254
Sun Compass

6605F76017530: RNCC: 5 | RNVC: 9 | DAC: 1

2 Apr 2004