Orientsport Alpha 6400/360 - Luminous Military Compass IPX7

Overview

The Orientsport Alpha 6400/360 luminous military compass is designed for demanding orientation: intense hiking, orienteering, training, terrain surveillance and professional outdoor activities. Its rotating oil-filled capsule quickly stabilizes the needle to make sighting easier, while phosphorescent markers help with reading at night. Intended for the northern hemisphere only, it meets the needs of users who want a simple, robust and readable tool, supplied with an olive green neck cord.

Technical Specifications

• Type: oil-filled military baseplate compass with rotating capsule, designed for stable and quick sighting.
• Graduations: dual reading in 360 degrees and 6400 mils, useful for classic navigation and military-style bearing.
• Map scales: rulers at 1:10000, 1:15000 and 1:25000 to work directly on common terrain maps.
• Built-in templates: triangle symbol for start and circle symbol for finish to plot positions on the map.
• Night reading: phosphorescent markers to keep reference points visible in low light.
• Water resistance: IPX7 rating, withstands immersion up to 1 m for 30 minutes according to supplier data.
• Format: 8.5 x 5.4 cm and 30 g, easy to slip into a pocket, bag or belt pouch.
• Contents: olive green neck cord included; announced 2-year warranty.
• References: Orientsport brand, SKU SC6566, EAN 3662422057252.

Benefits

• More intuitive bearing-taking thanks to the damped needle that stabilizes quickly, even at a sustained pace.
• Dual 360°/6400 mils graduation suitable for individuals as well as training structures, clubs and professional teams.
• Map scales directly on the baseplate to limit conversions and save time in the field.
• Reassuring IPX7 waterproof construction in rain, fog or wet crossings.
• Compact 30 g format that stays available around the neck without weighing down the gear.
• Night reading made easier by phosphorescent markers, useful for early starts, dusk or dense forest.

Use and Maintenance

Use the compass flat, away from metal masses and electronic devices that could disturb the needle, then align the rotating capsule with the map before following your azimuth. For map work, rely on the 1:10000, 1:15000 and 1:25000 rulers as well as the triangle and circle templates to mark start, finish and intermediate points. After a wet outing, let the unit air dry before storage and keep the cord attached to keep the instrument within reach. Important reminder: this model is calibrated for the northern hemisphere only.