Suunto Precision Instruments

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PrecisionInstruments

for

Professionals



Suunto hand-held clinometers are precisioninstruments used all over the world bysurveyors, engineers, cartographers,geologists, miners, architects and manyothers who need to be able to measureheights, vertical angles and slopes quicklyand easily.

There is an extensive selection of scales tochoose from. These include normal linearangle scales, i.e. degrees, gons and mils aswell as per cent scales, topographic scales,metric or American and special secant scales.

The scales have graduations of one degreeor one per cent, one foot or a quarter ofa meter.

Suunto height meters are for measuringheights, especially the heights of trees,with great accuracy and speed. They canalso be used to determine the angle ofa gradient.

Both clinometers and height meters havesturdy housing bodies made from corrosionresistant anodized aluminium alloy. Thescale cards run on special bearings inhermetically sealed plastic containers filledwith a liquid which guarantees that theyrun smoothly and stop quickly.

The liquid will not freeze or evaporate,retains full damping properties in allworking conditions and eliminates irritatingscale vibrations.

For work in twilight conditions or even intotal darkness, the clinometers come withan optional built-in, maintenance-free lightsource.

OPTICAL HEIGHT METER PM-5/1520 P

This instrument is for measuring heights,especiaIly the heights of trees, with greataccuracy. It is available in several versions.(See product specifications table on page 6).

Suunto height meters can also be used todetermine the angle of a gradient slope.This is done by using the 20 m scale andthe conversion table which is imprinted onthe back.

OPTICAL READING CLINOMETERPM-5/360 PC

This sturdy but lightweight (110 g or 4 ozs)pocket-size instrument is suitable for everykind of work. Scale reading is easy througha built-in-parallax-free lens.

Sighting and scale reading are donesimultaneously. There are no screws to turn,

no bubbles to center, and nothing to adjust.Where space is limited, inclinations can beread by placing the instrument on theinclined surface and reading the anglethrough the side window.

The optical scales are graduated in degreesfrom 0 ' to ± 90 ', and from 0 % to ± 150 %.

Accuracy: can be read directly to one degreeor to one per cent and can be estimatedto 10 minutes of arc or one-fifth of oneper cent with readings approximately zerolevel. Absolute accuracy is about one thirdof a degree.

Rubber coverIntended for heavy-duty professional use.The instruments shown on this page areexamples of the broad range illustratedcompletely on page 6.

SUUNTO CLINOMETERSAND HEIGHT METERS

Measuring with PM5 thesafety of avalanche.

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1. ACRYLIC CAPSULE

2. STURDY ALUMINIUM HOUSING

Corrosion resistant and shock proof

3. PARALLAX-FREE LENS

Magnifies scale card graduations,enabling user to estimate readingsto one-sixth of a degree

4. METAL LANYARD RING

(lanyard supplied)

5. JEWELLED BEARING ASSEMBLY

Ensures long-lasting accurateoperation of scale card

6. DAMPING LIQUID

Eliminates scale vibration andensures smooth, accurate andquick readings

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SUUNTO PM-5/360 PCT SUUNTO PM-5/360 PCB

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MEASURING UNDERGROUND SLOPES (pic. A)

Suunto clinometers have proved very usefulin mines, quarries and tunnels where inclineshave to be measured with great accuracy.They have also helped speleologists toexplore caves where nobody has ever gonebefore.

HEIGHT MEASUREMENT USINGTHE SUUNTO HEIGHT METER (pic. B)

This example applies to Suunto PM-5/66,which can be used for distances of 66 and132 ft. If other distances are required,especially 100 ft, a percent scale isrecommended as in e.g. PM-5/66PC,PM-5/36OPC etc.

A. DETERMINING BASIC DISTANCEUnfold target and place against the objectto be measured. Look through the prismand note the double image of the target.Step back far enough until the mark of thecorrect distance (in this example 66 ft)coincides with the 0 mark. You are nowat the correct distance (66 ft). If aninstrument with prism and target is notavailable, you can of course use a tapemeasure in determining the basic distance.

B. MEASURING THE HEIGHTHold the instrument as shown in the pictureat the top of this page and tilt it until thehair line coincides with the top of the object.The reading of the right, 66 ft scale givesthe height of the top directly in feet fromeye level. Adding your eye-to-grounddistance gives the total height of the object.

On sloping groundwhen the base ofthe tree is aboveyour eye level takethe reading to thebase of the tree andsubtract thereadings. 42 ft - 9 ft= 33 ft

On sloping groundwhen the base ofthe tree is belowyour eye level alsotake the reading tothe base of the treeand add thesefigures. 27 ft + 8.5ft = 35.5 ft

When the base ofthe tree is at thesame level as yourfeet, add your eye-to-ground heightdirectly to thereading. 32 ft + 5.5ft = 37.5 ft

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25 m

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13.5 m

3.25 m

25m

9 ft

12,5 m

66 ft

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42 ft

25 m

3.5 m

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SUUNTO CLINOMETER AND HEIGHT METER MODELS

PM-5/360 PC

PM-5/360 S

PM-5/400 PC

PM-5/6400

PM-5/SPC

PM-5/1520

PM-5/66

PM-5/1520 PC

PM-5/1520 D

PM-5/66 PC

Tandem360 PC / 360 R

Tandem400 PC / 400 R

COMB.HEIGHT-& CLINOM.

CLINOMETERS

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HEIGHTMETERS

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ESCAPE 203

ELECTRONIC INSTRUMENTS

EXPLORE THE WORLD WITH A HAND-HELDELECTRONIC ALTIMETER-BAROMETER

The Escape203 Electronic Altimeter isdesigned for the outdoor enthusiastcombining state-of-the-art technology withpractical altimeter-barometer functions.

The Escape203 hand-held device is light andergonomically comfortable, weighingapproximately 55 g. or 2 oz. The LCDexhibits a large number display. The positionof the triangle indicator clearly showswhich main mode the user is viewing. Theindicator bar displays all the main features.

ESCAPE 203

- The altimeter shows your current altitude,vertical gain or loss from the start of a hikeor climb, as well as vertical ascent anddescent rate.

- You can store up to 20 altitude points inmemory for later review.

- The one-logbook memory stores totalvertical ascent/descent for the log, as wellas the maximum and minimum altitudesreached during the activity. The Escape203also stores accumulated verticalascent/descent over a longer period of time.

- The barometer memory automatically storesthe barometric pressure and temperature,as well as the maximum and minimumvalues, which makes it valuable formonitoring weather trends.

- In addition, the Escape203 shows time alongwith weekday and date.

- Water resistant

RANGE1600 to 29.500(40.6 – 749.3m)500m to 900macc ±10m, ±30

TEMP RANGE–5°F to +140°F (x – x°C)8.9” to 32.40” Hg300 to 1000 mbar

GRADUATIONS3ft/10ft1m/5m

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OPERATING

With both eyes open, aim the compass sothat the hairline is superimposed on thetarget, when viewed through the lens.

On the R model the main scale gives thebearing from a known position to thetarget. The small reversed scale gives thebearing from the target to your position.This feature is of great value whencalculating a precise position, particularlyat sea.

Use the left or the right eye as preferred.With both eyes open, an optical illusionmakes the hairline appear to continueabove the instrument frame, superimposedon the target. This improves readingaccuracy and speed.

Because of an eye condition calledheterophoria, the reading accuracy of someuse may be impaired. Check for this asfollows:

Take a reading with both eyes open andthen close the free eye. If the reading doesnot change appreciably there is nodisalignment of the eye axes, and botheyes can be kept open. Should there be adifference in the readings, keep the othereye closed and sight half-way above theinstrument body. The hairline now rises

above the instrument body and is seenagainst the target.

Suunto bearing compasses are designed tocombine extreme accuracy with ease andspeed of operation. Their flat, compacthousings have no protruding or adjustableparts and are designed to stand up toheavy-duty wear.

The cards of these compasses are immersedin a special dampening fluid that ensuresvibrationless, smooth movement. They arepivoted on polished sapphire tips. Thebearing assembly is to all intents andpurposes subject to no wear and the liquidremains clear and its viscosity low underall conditions.

The compasses have been given permanentanti-static treatment. The lens aperturesof the KB-14 and KB-20 types are restrictedhorizontally by a column, whichautomatically centers the eye on the opticalaxis, thus eliminating parallax.

ILLUMINATION

For use in twilight conditions or even totaldarkness, the compasses can be suppliedwith a built-in, maintenance-free lightsource, which will function perfectly for atleast 15 years.

KB-14 compasses are also available withefficient lithium battery poweredillumination. Water resistant withchangeable battery.

SATELLITE ANTENNA BEARING

It is expected that in a few years from nowthere will be millions of antennas pickingup signals from geostationary satellitespoised some 36,000 kilometres above theequator. These antennas have to be focusedwith great accuracy. Suunto instrumentsare already being used to orient them allover the world.

The Suunto KB-14 compass is used formeasuring horizontal angles and the PM-5 clinometer (shown on page 2-6) forvertical angles.

HAND-BEARING PRECISION COMPASSES

• Heavy duty• Corrosion resistant• Compact• No adjustable parts• Sapphire bearing• Cotangent table on

clinometers back

SUUNTO MB 6The MB-6 weights only 55 gr. It’s accuracy is better than1 degree. Adjustable declination scale. Clinometer tomeasure vertical and horizontal inclines. Conversiontable on the rear of the mirror. Can be used also asnormal field compass.

SUUNTO KB-20The KB-20 weights only 40 g and its absoluteaccuracy is better than 1 degree. The KB-14 Dcomes with a patented adjustable declinationcorrection scale, and optical adjustment.(see page 9)

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SUUNTO KB-14/360 DECLINATION OPTIThe KB-14 OPTI is equippedwith an optical adjustment feature.

RUBBER COVER FOR SUUNTO KB-14Rubber cover suits all KB- I4. It is made of asaltwater and UV-resistant mixture of EPDMand natural rubber.

KB-14/360

KB-14/360 R

KB-14/360 Q

KB-14/360 QD

KB-14/400

KB-14/6000

KB-14/6400

KB-14/360-6400

KB-14/360D

KB-14/400D

KB-14/360RD

KB-14/6400RD

KB-14/360-6400D

KB-20

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TANDEM

The Suunto Tandem is all you need forboth slope/height measurements andcompass bearings. It is a liquid-filledprecision compass and clinometer in onecompact aluminium housing. The SuuntoTandem also features a lanyard, and aconvenient carrying pouch with a belt loop.

The Suunto Tandem is an excellent tool forsurveyors, engineers, cartographers,geologists, miners, architects and foranyone who needs to be able to measuredirectional indications, heights, verticalangles and slopes – with speed andaccuracy.

THE NEW, COMPACT COMPASS ANDCLINOMETER COMBINATION FEATURES

- High accuracy – precise readings in seconds- New, unique design – you can go from

taking compass bearings to measuringslopes and height with the flick of yourwrist

- Durable aluminium housing – protectsagainst impact, corrosion and water

- Adjustable optics – readings can besharpened for improved reading accuracy

- Edges at 90 degrees angles for contactmeasuring

- Individually calibrated- Same quality capsules as in the regular

PMS and KBS

TANDEM COMBINATIONCLINOMETER AND COMPASS

Tandem

EASY-TO-READ SCALESThe clinometer scale (left pic) is both inpercentage (0 – 150%) and degrees (0 –90°). The scales are graduated in 1°/1%increments. The compass scale (right pic) isin Azimuth (0 – 360°) with reverse scale,graduated in 1° increments. Other scalesavailable in on request.

ADJUSTABLEThe optics can be adjusted tomake the readings sharp andclear. Just turn the eye-piecewith your fingers.

CONTACT MEASUREMENTThe Tandem has two edges at 90degree angles especially designedfor contact measuring. This featureis extremely useful when installinga satellite antenna.

190 180 17010 0 350

190 180 17010 0 350

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COMPASS CAPSULES

A variety of compass and clinometercapsules are available in different sizes(diameter 18ˆ65 mm) and scales e.g. forbinoculars and night-vision goggles.There is an extensive selection of scales tochoose from. These include normal linearangle scales, i.e. degrees, gons and milsas well as percentage and topographicscales, metric or American and specialsecant scales. The scale cards run onspecialbearings in hermetically sealedplastic containers filled with a liquid, whichguarantees they run smoothly and stopquickly. Minimum order quantity is 1000units per order.

RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT

Suunto has gained world-wide distinctionas a manufacturer of quality productsrenowned for their accuracy, reliabilityand durability. We have developedsignificant competencies in measuringacceleration, rotation, position, impact,orientation and speed using a varietyof technologies ranging from extremelyaccurate analog measurement & GPSsystems. Suunto R&D has outstandingcapabilities to develop high technologyproducts to meet the greatest demands.Suunto is involved with external productdevelopment co-op on multimillion $projects. Our R&D facility is based nearHelsinki airport in Vantaa, Finland.

COMPASS CAPSULES

1 2 3 54

CAPSULES

PM 5

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97 8 10

Compass capsule C65

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MIRROR AND SPECIALTY COMPASSES

Suunto professional compasses are usedby a great variety of people who requireprecise directional measurements. Theyinclude people who are often in thewilderness or mountain areas, on the seaor large lakes; geologists, surveyors, minors,architects, firefighters and rescue patrols,as well as a antenna technicians who findthese instruments very useful as well.

1. MC- 2G GLOBAL

This mirror compass has many features thatmake it outstanding in its class. A standardfeature is the gear-operated declinationadjustment system which makes thiscompass excellent, for instance in areaswith large magnetic variations. Anotherstandard feature is the clinometer whichcan be used for the measurement ofdifferent slopes; slope of terrain, heightmeasurement, free space over obstacleswhen assembling a CCTV-antenna, etc. Theluminous bezel is available with azimuth(0-360°) or quadrant (0°–90°–0°–90°)graduations with two-degree intervals.Parallax error can be eliminated by meansof the clever arrangement of luminous

points and color lines. The bezel is alsoavailable in black.

- Global needle for worldwide use- Large designed mirror- Additional sighting hole for

superior accurancy- Ergonomic, lumious and two color

bezel ring- Baseplate with magnifying lens- Detachable lanyard with snap lock

Size: 2.5”x3.9”x0.6” / 65x101x18 mmWeight: 2.65 oz. / 74g

2. MCA-DL CHALLENGER

Compact mirror compass with fixeddeclination scale and high quality mirroradded for grater accuracy in finding thecorrect bearings. Mirror ld locks open atvarious angles (60 , 120 , and 180 ) adnremains securely shut when the lid is closed.Large mirror shows the whole compasscapsule as well as the sighting lineErgonomic, rotating luminous bezel ring.

Size: 2.2”x0.6” / 56 x 84 x 16 mmWeight: 1.5 0z. / 42g

3. A-40L CONTOUR

Ergonomically shaped baseplate compasswith a fixed declination corrrection scaleand luminous markings.

- Ingegrated curvimeter (map measurer)- Baseplate w/magnifying lens and control

marking holes- Detachable lanyard with snap lock- Available in inch or cm. Scales

Size: 2.2”x4.2” / 56x107 mmWeight: 1.34 oz. / 38g

MIRROR AND SPECIALTY COMPASSES

SUUNTO MC 2G GLOBAL SUUNTO MCA-D SUUNTO A-40 L

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INCREMENT BORERS, HAMMERSAND BARK GAUGES

5 mm 6”

8”

10”

12”

14”

16

12 mm 12”

18”

INCREMENT BORERS STANDARD DIMENSIONS

2 threadcomplete

2 threadbit only

3 threadcomplete

3 threadbit only

Extractoronly

boring depthcore diameter/outer diameter

150

200

250

300

350

400

300

450

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8

10

12

14

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12

18

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5 mm/11.5 mm

12 mm/22 mm

INCREMENT BORERS

Suunto increment borers are used forexamining wood quality and measuringgrowth rates.

The extent of woodworm or termitedamage, impregnation depth etc. can alsobe measured with these borers, which aremade of finest steel. However, these specialuses can cause extra wear to the borer bit.

Suunto increment borers come in corediameters of 5 or 12 mm and are coatedwith Teflon to reduce friction heat (animportant consideration when growingtrees are involved). The Teflon coating alsomakes the borers easy to extraxt. Boththread styles (two and three threads) aredesigned to make the borer easy to extractfrom the wood.

INCREMENT HAMMERSAND BARK GAUGES

These handy instruments are ideal formeasuring bark thicknesses and annualgrowth rates. Both have graduated scalesto facilitate measurement of the sample.

Suunto increment borers are usedfor examining wood quality andmeasuring growth rates.

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NOTES

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COPYRIGHTThis publication and its contents are proprietary to Suunto Oy. 01/2007 (02/2004).

While we have taken great care to ensure that information contained in this documentation is both comprehensive and accurate,no warranty of accuracy is expressed or implied. Its content is subject to change at any time without notice.


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