The Sextant - AstroMedia
Pre-cut, very sturdy AstroMedia cardboard kit for a fully functional sextant as an introduction to astronavigation
A Revolution in Navigation
How it works
The principle is ingenious yet astonishingly simple: A rotating mirror allows an image of the point to be measured to be aligned with the horizon or another reference point, and the distance angle can be read off a scale.
Our bestseller
The sextant has been one of our bestsellers for over 20 years. It's field-tested and boasts a display accuracy of between 5 and 10 arc minutes. With more than 50,000 units sold, it's probably the world's best-selling sextant and also offers a short introduction to the art of navigation.
We recommend the cheaper set - Sextant with Artificial Horizon, Order No. 244.SXS
A detailed, illustrated construction report can be found here.
If you'd like to upgrade your sextant with a telescope, you can download the instructions here.
| Aspiration scale: | Medium |
|---|---|
| Time Line: | 5 Hour |
4 pre-punched and printed sheets of construction cardboard, DIN A4
Incl. accessories:
2 stainless steel mirrors, 48 x 18 mm
1 sun filter film, 38 x 18 mm, black
Detailed assembly instructions
Dimensions of the assembled article: approx. 20 x 23 x 5.3 mm
Construction time: approx. 5 hours
Distributor:
PGI-Skarabäus, Im Kränzliacker 9, 79576 Weil am Rhein, Germany, pgi-shop.de
PGI-Skarabäus, Lerchenstrasse 38, 4147 Aesch, Switzerland, pgi-shop.ch
Manufacturer: AstroMedia GmbH, Im Wirrigen 30, 45731 Waltrop, Germany, astromedia.de
Adult supervision:
Children under 14 years of age should use the kit under adult supervision to avoid risks from improper handling.
Be careful with small parts:
Hazard of suffocation! Keep small parts out of the reach of small children.
Risk of injury:
Be particularly careful when handling pointed and sharp parts! Use sharp tools carefully, if necessary take appropriate safety measures to avoid injuries.
Fire hazard:
Keep away from open fire and heat sources. Product contains highly flammable materials.
Be careful with light bundling: Do not leave lenses in direct sunlight as they can create a focal point.
Danger from sunlight:
Never look directly at the sun through the telescope without using a suitable solar filter as this can cause serious eye damage.
Use of adhesive:
When using adhesive, follow the manufacturer's safety instructions. Work in well-ventilated rooms and avoid skin or eye contact.
Intended use:
The kit may only be used in accordance with the enclosed instructions. Independent modifications can affect the functionality and safety of the built model.
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