Cassens and Plath and Plath Type 12

Description

Bottom Line Up Front (BLUF): Operational Overview

The Cassens and Plath Cassens and Plath Type 12 is a type-approved commercial marine navigation system engineered for high-reliability deep-sea and offshore vessel operations. Compliant with international IMO/SOLAS and IEC standards, the unit is fully supplied, bench-tested, and supported worldwide by Seanav Marine from our Dubai Maritime City (DMC) technical facility.

The Cassens & Plath Type 12 bearing and reflection compass is suitable for the use in our REFLECTA/2 binnacle.

In TYPE/12 the north marking of the topside card is above the south marking at the bottom side (south below north).

The graduated scale ring and the center pivot on the upper cover glass allows bearings to be taken by means of an azimuth device (available as an extra).

Key Engineering Features & Operational Advantages

• Engineered to strict commercial maritime standards by Cassens and Plath for high reliability at sea.
• Compliant with international IMO performance resolutions, SOLAS guidelines, and IEC 60945 environmental specs.
• Integrated NMEA 0183 and NMEA 2000 communication channels for effortless bridge and console networking.
• Durable, vibration-tested construction suitable for installation on bulk carriers, container ships, tankers, and workboats.
• Fully supported and inspected by Seanav Marine DMC Dubai with comprehensive technical backing and spare parts availability.

Comprehensive Marine Technical Specifications

Comparative Maritime Performance Matrix

Statutory Maritime Compliance & Type Approvals

The Cassens and Plath Cassens and Plath Type 12 conforms to the highest standards of international maritime safety. It is designed to satisfy IMO (International Maritime Organization) performance standards, SOLAS Chapter V/IV mandates, and IEC 60945 environmental requirements. The equipment is accepted across major IACS classification societies including DNV, Lloyd’s Register (LR), American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), Bureau Veritas (BV), and ClassNK for newbuild outfitting and drydock retrofits.

Seanav Marine Support, Workbench Calibration & Global Supply

Seanav Marine operates from Dubai Maritime City (DMC), offering end-to-end supply, inspection, workbench testing, and lifecycle support for Cassens and Plath equipment. All units undergo electrical functional testing and firmware verification before dispatch to shipyards and ports worldwide, backed by dedicated technical support and swift turnaround times.

Frequently Asked Questions (AEO – Answer Engine Optimization)

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