Push Button Pocket Sundial Compass

A push button sundial compass is an intriguing device that combines the functions of a sundial and a compass, allowing users to tell time using the sun's position and navigate using the magnetic compass. Here's a brief overview of how it works and its components:

 Components

1. Sundial Plate: A flat surface marked with hour lines where the shadow indicates the time.

2. Gnomon: A stick or triangular piece that casts the shadow on the sundial plate.

3. Compass: An instrument for determining direction, typically with a magnetized needle that aligns with the Earth's magnetic field.

4. Push Button Mechanism: A button that deploys or adjusts the gnomon and possibly the sundial plate.

5. Base: The structure holding the compass and the sundial together.

 How It Works

1. Setting Up:

   - Press the button to deploy the gnomon.

   - Ensure the sundial is level and placed on a flat surface.

2. Using the Compass:

   - Align the sundial with true north using the compass.

   - The compass needle should point towards the north marking on the compass.

3. Telling Time:

   - Once aligned, the gnomon's shadow will fall on the sundial plate.

   - The shadow will point to the current hour line, indicating the local solar time.

 Practical Tips:

- Accuracy: For accurate timekeeping, the sundial should be correctly aligned with true north. This may require adjusting for magnetic declination, the difference between magnetic north and true north.

- Latitude Adjustment: Some sundials are adjustable for different latitudes to account for the varying angle of the sun's path across the sky.

- Daylight Savings: Sundials show solar time, which may differ from standard clock time, especially during daylight saving periods.

Historical and Modern Uses

- Historically, sundials were one of the earliest timekeeping devices.

- Modern versions of push button sundial compasses are often used by enthusiasts, hikers, and educational purposes to demonstrate ancient timekeeping and navigation techniques.

This device is both a fascinating tool for understanding solar time and a practical instrument for navigation.

Packaging Details 

Designing packaging for a push button compass involves balancing protection, user-friendliness, aesthetic appeal, and environmental responsibility. Using high-quality materials, clear instructions, and attractive design elements will help ensure that the product stands out and provides a positive experience for the customer.