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Blue Sea 0–50A DC Ammeter with Shunt
Blue Sea 0–50A DC Ammeter with Shunt
Analogue Panel Gauge with 4-Wire Connection & 12V/24V Backlight
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DESCRIPTION
Reliable Analogue Current Monitoring for Marine and Off-Grid DC Systems
Maintaining visibility over your electrical system's amperage draw or charge rate is critical for protecting battery banks and diagnosing electrical loads. The Blue Sea 0-50A DC Ammeter provides dependable, real-time current tracking for 12V and 24V electrical architectures. Supplied complete with an external DC shunt, this analogue gauge allows system builders and technicians to monitor moderate current circuits safely, without the need to route heavy-gauge, high-current cabling directly behind the dashboard or control panel.
Simplified 4-Wire Installation and Shunt Integration
Traditional inline ammeters require thick battery cables to be run all the way to the display unit, which increases voltage drop, adds weight, and creates potential safety hazards behind the instrument cluster. By utilising the included external shunt, the main current path remains close to your batteries or main distribution busbars. A simple 4-wire connection links the shunt to the meter, simultaneously transmitting the current sensing signal and supplying operational power to the gauge itself. This streamlined wiring approach reduces installation complexity, minimises cable clutter, and lowers the risk of high-resistance faults in tight console spaces.
Clear Visibility in All Lighting Conditions
Designed for rapid visual assessment, the traditional white dial face features crisp black incremental markings and a high-contrast indicator needle. For effortless nighttime navigation in marine vessels or evening monitoring in off-grid caravans, the translucent meter face includes built-in backlighting. Separate 12V and 24V DC connections allow you to wire the illumination directly into your existing dash or panel lighting switch, ensuring clear legibility in low-light environments without draining power unnecessarily during the day. An accessible front-facing zero-adjustment screw also allows for precise calibration of the needle post-installation.
Key Features and System Benefits
- Complete Monitoring Kit: Supplied with a matched external DC shunt for accurate 0-50A current measurement straight out of the box.
- Streamlined 4-Wire Setup: Draws both meter power and sensing data directly from the shunt connection, keeping heavy-duty cables away from the control panel.
- Dual-Voltage Backlighting: Features dedicated 12V and 24V DC illumination terminals for seamless integration into standard automotive, marine, and RV electrical systems.
- High-Contrast Analogue Display: White dial face with clear incremental markings and a fine-tuning zero adjustment screw for immediate, reliable readings.
- Secure Panel Mounting: Engineered with integrated screw points for a solid, vibration-resistant installation in mobile and marine switchboards.
Ideal Applications for 0-50A Current Tracking
While modern digital battery monitors are complex, a dedicated analogue ammeter offers immediate, at-a-glance verification of circuit performance without scrolling through menus. This 50A unit is particularly well-suited for:
- Monitoring the output of solar charge controllers or DC-DC battery chargers in caravans, camper trailers, and 4WD dual-battery setups.
- Tracking alternator charging currents or specific sub-panel loads on yachts, fishing boats, and commercial marine vessels.
- Replacing ageing or failed gauges in classic vehicle restorations, industrial machinery, or standalone generator control boxes.
- Observing dedicated high-draw appliances such as watermakers, air compressors, or 12V/24V refrigeration banks.
Upgrade Your Electrical Control Panel
Equip your vessel, recreational vehicle, or off-grid power system with dependable current visibility. Add this Blue Sea Systems analogue ammeter and shunt kit to your setup for straightforward, safe, and accurate DC load monitoring.
SKU: BS-8022B
SPECIFICATIONS
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product type | DC ammeter with shunt |
| Max current rating | 0–50A |
| Connection | Simple 4-wire connection from shunt |
| Meter sensing and power | From shunt connection |
| Included | DC shunt |
| Backlight | Backlit meter face; separate 12 or 24V DC backlight connections |
| SKU: | BS-8022B |
| Model #: | BS-8022B |
| MPN: | BS-8022B |
| Package weight: | 0.42 kg |
| Package length: | 0.2 m |
| Package width: | 0.16 m |
| Package height: | 0.12 m |
WARRANTY
Blue Sea Warranty Policy
Blue Sea Systems products sold by us are supplied with a warranty against defects for the warranty period shown below, subject to the product type, application and the terms of this warranty policy.
The express warranty provided by us is limited to a maximum of 5 years from the original date of purchase, unless otherwise required under Australian Consumer Law.
Blue Sea Systems may offer longer manufacturer support on some products at their discretion
Warranty Lengths by Product Range
| Blue Sea Product Range | Warranty Length | Application / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Most Blue Sea Systems Products | 5 years | Applies to most Blue Sea Systems products found to be defective in materials or manufacture. |
| P12 Battery Chargers | 5 years | Warranty period starts from the original date of purchase. |
| P12 Remote Displays | 5 years | Warranty period starts from the original date of purchase. |
| Digital Meters | 3 years | Warranty period starts from the original date of purchase. |
| Vessel System Monitors | 3 years | Warranty period starts from the original date of purchase. |
Warranty Assessment and Remedy
If a Blue Sea Systems product is found to be defective in materials or manufacture within the applicable warranty period, we will, at our discretion, arrange a repair, replacement, store credit or refund, depending on the nature of the fault and the requirements of Australian Consumer Law.
Products may need to be returned for assessment before a warranty claim can be approved. Where required, the product must be returned with dated proof of purchase and a clear description of the fault.
Labour costs for removing, replacing, reinstalling or diagnosing a product are not covered by this express warranty unless otherwise required under Australian Consumer Law.
Making a Warranty Claim
To make a warranty claim, please contact us with your dated proof of purchase, product details and a description of the fault.
The product may need to be returned for inspection before the claim can be assessed. If the product is confirmed to be faulty and covered by this warranty, we will advise the available remedy.
What This Warranty Does Not Cover
This warranty does not cover faults or damage caused by incorrect installation, incorrect application, misuse, abuse, neglect, unauthorised modification, accidental damage, normal wear and tear, environmental damage, or failure to use the product in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
- Incorrect installation or wiring
- Incorrect product selection or application
- Misuse, abuse or neglect
- Physical or accidental damage
- Water ingress or environmental damage outside the product's intended use
- Unauthorised modification or repair
- Normal wear and tear
- Labour costs for removal, replacement, reinstallation or diagnosis
- Freight, travel or call-out costs unless otherwise required by law
- Products not returned for assessment when reasonably required
Manufacturer Support
Blue Sea Systems may provide additional manufacturer support on some products beyond the warranty period listed above. Where available, we may assist customers in contacting the manufacturer, but any manufacturer support beyond the express warranty period is subject to the manufacturer's own terms and continued availability.
Australian Consumer Law
This warranty is in addition to other rights and remedies available at law. Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.
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