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The Raymarine T005 mast bracket is designed for securely mounting navigation instruments, particularly the Micro Compass, on your mast. It provides a flexible and adjustable mounting solution, enabling quick installation without drilling.

The T005 mast clamp package contains a complete set of accessories for immediate installation. You will find the following items:

Mast clamp
Double-sided Velcro strap
Adhesive Velcro patch
Two foam strips
Nut
Bolt
Two washers

Installing the T005 mast clamp is straightforward and does not require drilling. Follow these main steps:

Stick the adhesive Velcro patch horizontally to the front of your mast at the desired height for the clamp.Attach the instrument cradle (supplied with your Micro Compass) to the clamp using the included M4 bolts and nuts.Position the foam pads on the clamp to cushion contact with the mast.Attach one end of the Velcro strap to the adhesive patch on the mast.Position the clamp at the back of the mast and thread the Velcro strap through the side slots in the clamp.Pull the strap tight and secure it.Trim off any excess Velcro, ensuring at least 8 mm overlap remains.

Note: Ensure the clamp is centered and the Velcro strap is taut to prevent movement during sailing.

To ensure optimal rotational stability of the T005 mast clamp, you can make several adjustments:

Check the position of the foam pads and move them outward if necessary. Tighten the Velcro strap firmly to increase tension. You can also insert a bolt into the central hole of the clamp to prevent unwanted rotation.

The T005 mast bracket is specifically designed for mounting Raymarine navigation instruments, and is notably compatible with the Micro Compass. The instrument cradle is supplied with the Micro Compass itself and attaches to the bracket.

Yes, it is imperative to follow certain precautions to ensure the accuracy and proper operation of your compass mounted with the T005 bracket:

The compass must be mounted with a maximum tilt of 20° relative to the vertical. Do not tilt it to port or starboard.Do not mount the compass less than 0.6 meters (2 feet) from any magnetic object. This includes conventional compasses, which are magnetic objects.Always check your installation before each navigation to ensure equipment safety.

No, the Raymarine T005 mast bracket is designed for installation without drilling. It uses a double-sided Velcro strap and an adhesive patch for secure and adjustable mounting on the mast.

The T005 mast clamp is a strap-based mounting system, ideal for quick installation without drilling on various mast sections. In contrast, the Raymarine mast mount (part number T932) is designed to be inserted into mast tracks, providing a different mounting method for specific needs.