Compensation Balance
AssemblyA bimetallic split-rim balance with movable timing weights, returned by a helical balance spring, that holds rate across temperature swings. A full specification article for this item is being written. Meanwhile its bill of materials and connections are below.
Bill of materials for Compensation Balance
3 top-level lines as of r102497| # | Item / sub-assembly | Part no. | Qty/assy | Ext. qty | Parts | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bimetallic Balance Wheel | marine-chronometer-balance-wheel | 1× | 1 | · | part |
| 2 | Helical Balance Spring | marine-chronometer-balance-spring | 1× | 1 | · | part |
| 3 | Timing Weight | marine-chronometer-timing-weight | 4× | 4 | · | part |