The sextant with artificial horizon - AstroMedia
Pre-cut, very sturdy AstroMedia cardboard kit for a fully functional sextant as an introduction to astro-navigation with artificial horizon.
The Sextant
Very sturdy, pre-cut cardboard kit with two unbreakable stainless steel brilliant mirrors and a switchable solar filter. Our sextant is a fully functional, field-tested instrument with a display accuracy of between 5 and 10 minutes of arc.The Artificial Horizon
At sea, the natural horizon is used to align the sextant horizontally. For surveying on land, AstroDidaktik has created a clever substitute. With the help of a third mirror, a spirit level and the punched cardboard components, the height can be measured independently of the natural horizon.Also available separately
The sextant
The artificial horizon
| Aspiration scale: | Medium |
|---|---|
| Time Line: | 5 Hour |
The sextant:
4 pre-punched and printed sheets of construction cardboard, DIN A4
including accessories:
2 stainless steel mirrors, 48 x 18 mm
1 sun filter film, 38 x 18 mm, black
detailed assembly instructions
Dimensions of the built article: approx. 20 x 23 x 5.3 mm
The artificial horizon:
pre-punched and printed construction
cardboard for assembly, DIN A5
with detailed assembly instructions
including accessories: mirror and spirit level
Dimensions of the built article: approx. 6.5 x 6.2 x 2 cm (L/W/H)
Construction time: approx. 5 - 6 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 and, 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 when focusing light: Do not leave lenses in direct sunlight as they can create a focal point.
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.
Der Sextant – Deutsch