RM 028 AUTOMATIC DIVER'S WATCH 528.45J.91I-1
- Movement Type: Automatic Self-Wind
Richard Mille RM 028 528.45J.91I-1
Herald at their intial release in 2001 as a break from the past and a new direction of horology, the wristwatches of Richard Mille were from their very inception, extraordinary and uncompromising.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS OF THE RICHARD MILLE DIVER’S WATCH RM 028
Caliber RMAS7: skeletonized automatic winding movement with hours, minutes, central seconds, date and adjustable rotor geometry.
Diameter: 47.00 mm x 14.60 mm
MAIN FEATURES
(MANY OF WHICH ARE MAJOR TECHNICAL INNOVATIONS)
POWER RESERVE
Circa 55 hours.
ROTOR WITH VARIABLE GEOMETRY
• Arm in grade 2 titanium
• Flange in grade 2 titanium
• 6-positional adjustment via grade 5 titanium screws
• Ribs in 18-carat, high palladium content white gold
• Weight segment in tungsten/cobalt alloy
• Ceramic ball bearings
• Unidirectional anti-clockwise winding direction
This exclusive RICHARD MILLE design allows the rewinding of the mainspring to be adapted most effectively to the user’s activity level whether it be sporting or non-sporting environments. By adjusting the setting of the rib’s placement, the rotor’s inertia is modified to either speed up the winding process in the case of leisurely arm movements, or slow it down when sporting activities are pursued. As a result, this invention allows the movement’s winding mechanism to be optimized and personalized to the owner’s lifestyle.
BASEPLATE, BRIDGES AND BALANCE COCK MADE OF TITANIUM
The manufacture of these components in grade 2 titanium with black PVD coating allows the whole assembly to be given great rigidity, as well as precise surface flatness which is essential for the perfect functioning of the gear train.
DOUBLE BARREL SYSTEM
The double barrel system helps to improve the stability of torque over a longer period. This is achieved by using more turns, thereby reducing pressure and friction on the teeth, the bearings and the pivots, resulting in improved long-term performance.
DATE DISPLAY
Semi-instantaneous, placed in a vertical aperture in the numeral 7. The calendar disc of sapphire crystal is treated with non-reflective coating on both sides.
EIGHT-POINT-STAR-SHAPED TORQUE AND SPLINE SCREWS IN GRADE 5 TITANIUM FOR
THE BRIDGES AND CASE
This permits better control of the torque applied to the screws during assembly. These screws are therefore unaffected by physical manipulation during assembly or disassembly and age well.
OTHER FEATURES
• Dimensions of movement: 30.25 x 28.45 mm
• Thickness: 4.33 mm
• Number of jewels: 32
• Barrel arbor – in AP 20 steel
• Balance: GLUCYDUR, 4 arms, inertia moment 4.8 mg.cm2, angle of lift 53º
• Frequency: 28,800 vph (4 Hz)
• Balance spring: ELINVAR NIVAROX
• Shock protection: INCABLOC 908.22.211.100 (transparent)
• Escapement wheel jewels: Rubifix (transparent)
• Stem with three positions: manual winding, time setting, date adjustment
CASE
The watch is water resistant to 30 atmospheres (300 meters) following ISO 6425 diver’s watch norms. This is achieved with a unique, curved, tripartite case design using torque screws that can be individually and precisely tensioned with high accuracy around the exterior circumference of the case. This is complemented by a screwed crown construction. The lugs of all versions are in titanium, with screws to attach the rubber diving strap for maximum security.
BEZEL
Built up of three layers connected with 22 screws, turning unidirectionally following ISO 6425 norms to avoid timing miscalculations. The use of an additional screwed system attaching the bezel to the watchcase makes it absolutely stable as well as impossible to inadvertently dislocate or loosen. In addition, the use of screws allow for perfect adjustment since the bezel is not tensioned into position. For clearer visibility under murky conditions, starting at 12 o’clock, the five-minute markers of the first quarter are highlighted red.
INTERIOR FLANGE (upper and lower)
In carbon fiber, with index points filled with approved luminous material.
DIAL
In sapphire (thickness: 0.40 mm) with anti-glare treatment (2 sides), protected by 8 silicon braces inserted in the upper and lower grooves.
CRYSTAL
• Bezel side: in sapphire (1800 Vickers) with anti-glare treatment (2 sides).
• Thickness: 3.00 mm
• Case back: in sapphire with anti-glare treatment (2 sides)
• Thickness: at the center 1.90 mm and at outer edges 2.60 mm
FINISHING
MOVEMENT
• Baseplate and bridges in hand-ground titanium, wet sandblasted, PVD treated
• Burnished pivots
• Diamond polished sinks on the bridge side
• Pinions with undercuts
• Sandblasted and rhodium-plated, beveled wheels
STEEL PARTS
• Sapphire blasted surfaces
• Anglage and polishing by hand
• Screw slot and screws beveled and polished with rounded and polished tip