The flexibly adjustable Mini" bracket from the British company Rock enables a tablet to be securely mounted on the helm. It can be ordered with a clamping option, for example for a handrail in front of or on the steering column, with a suction cup or with a self-adhesive film. This means it can be attached to almost any material. Thanks to a locking system, you can choose between the different mounting options and also switch between them. In this way, the tablet can be locked in different places in the cockpit or below deck as required, such as on a handle, on the railing or on a windscreen. The tablet is held in place by a sliding latch and is secured against falling out. The device can also be rotated 360 degrees. The holder is suitable for tablets with a width of 125 to 220 millimetres. It is available for 124.95 euros from local water sports mail order companies.
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Sealant
The silicone oil-impregnated multifilament thread sealant Loctite 55 was developed for sealing valves and fittings made of metal and plastic. The product requires no curing time and achieves immediate insulation. After tightening, the connection can be readjusted by up to 45 degrees. A good alternative to traditional sealing with Fermit and hemp. Available as a roll dispenser with 50 metres or as a can dispenser with 160 metres of sealing thread, each with an integrated cutter. The thread sealant is approved for drinking water, gas and hydrogen. The operating temperature is between minus 55 and plus 150 degrees Celsius. The sealant is available from 12.99 euros for the 50 metre can.
- More information: toplicht.de
Tiller extension for electric motors
The Tiller extension for Torqeedo electric outboards is a practical accessory for more comfortable steering. Especially on sailing boats where the engine is mounted at the stern and cannot be reached from the cockpit easily or only with contortions. But it is also a useful accessory for dinghies where you would like to sit further forward if no remote control is available. The extension is robust, lightweight and weatherproof, and can be easily attached in a few simple steps. It was specially designed for Torqeedo's travel models 1160-00 to 1163-00 and has an additional length of around 35 centimetres when extended. It is available from water sports mail order companies for 79 euros.
- More information: toplicht.de
High-gloss lacquer
Hempel's Favourite Varnish is a transparent urethane alkyd high-gloss paint. According to the manufacturer, it is easy to apply and resistant to seawater, sunlight and weathering. The varnish can be used on new or already varnished wood indoors and outdoors above the waterline. Five coats are recommended. The first coat is applied with 20 per cent thinner, the second with ten per cent thinner. The three subsequent coats are applied undiluted. The product is hand-dry within eight hours at ten degrees Celsius and after four hours at 20 degrees. It can be sanded after 24 hours at 20 degrees Celsius. The 750 millilitre container costs 24.95 euros.
- More information: toplicht.de
Compost separation toilet
The WandaGO compost separation toilet from Trobolo is an environmentally friendly and compact alternative to chemical toilets or faeces tanks. This makes it ideal for regions where the discharge of waste water is prohibited. Or for smaller boats without a permanently installed toilet. It works without water, chemicals or electricity and reliably separates urine and solids. The toilet is lightweight, weatherproof, odourless and easy to clean. With an adjustable seat height of 306 to 436 millimetres and a load capacity of up to 150 kilograms, it offers comfort for different users. The solids container holds 6.5 litres, the urine container 4.6 litres - enough for eight to twelve and ten to twelve uses respectively. Price: 199 euros.
- More information: toplicht.de
Hand bearing compass
The Plastimo Iris 50 is a hand-held bearing compass that is ideal as a supplement to GPS and electronic navigation devices. With a graduation of one degree, it is ideal for calculating courses and bearings, even at regattas. Its large field of view of 20 degrees and the possibility of reading it both through a prism and from above ensure good readability without parallax errors. The ergonomically shaped handle with non-slip surface ensures safe handling even in wet conditions and rough seas. The photoluminescent illumination works maintenance-free without batteries. This means that the handheld compass can also be read at dusk. It is available for 69.99 euros.
- More information: 12seamiles.com
Multi-display
The VL Flex is a versatile all-in-one instrument with a 1.44-inch, sunlight-readable TFT display housed in a standard 52-millimetre housing. It can be installed contactlessly using a smartphone with the "VL Flex Configurator" app - even without a power supply thanks to the integrated NFC receiver. The analogue inputs enable direct readout of motor sensors. The NMEA 2000 or J1939 interface extends this function to include reading out the digital network. The coloured display bars and the alarm display make the data visually understandable and quick to interpret. Functions such as rudder angle, speed, engine speed, fresh water level, compass, depth and more can be displayed. To configure VL Flex, some parameters such as the device type, the sensor and its calibration as well as the warning limit must be set. This can be done via smartphone using the app. The VL Flex displays are available for 126.26 euros.
- More information: Bukh-bremen.de
