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Blue Sea 0-50A Micro DC Ammeter with Shunt

Analogue 4-Wire Sensing Gauge with 12V/24V Backlit Dial


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Front view of an analogue DC micro ammeter with a 0 to 50 Ampere scale

Blue Sea 0-50A Micro DC Ammeter with Shunt

DESCRIPTION

Compact Analogue DC Current Monitoring for Marine, RV, and Off-Grid Systems

Accurately tracking electrical consumption and charge rates is essential for maintaining healthy battery banks in off-grid, caravan, and marine environments. This compact DC ammeter provides continuous, real-time visibility of current draw or charging output up to 50A. Unlike standard direct-connect meters that require routing heavy-gauge primary cables directly to the dashboard, this unit utilises an external DC shunt. This design significantly reduces installation complexity, minimises voltage drop across long cable runs, and mitigates the risk of high-current faults behind your control panel.

Streamlined Four-Wire Installation

Engineered for straightforward integration into new or existing switch panels, the gauge senses current and draws its operational power directly from the included shunt via a simple four-wire connection. By keeping high-amperage wiring confined to the main battery compartment or distribution area, you save valuable space behind the dash and maintain a cleaner, safer electrical layout. The compact micro form factor makes it an ideal choice for tight helm stations, 4WD canopies, and custom caravan electrical cabinets where panel real estate is limited.

Key Features and Benefits

  • 0-50A DC Measurement Range: Ideal for monitoring solar arrays, DC-DC chargers, alternator outputs, or moderate-load inverter and appliance circuits.
  • External DC Shunt Included: Ensures precise current sensing while keeping heavy-duty battery cables safely away from the instrument panel.
  • Simplified 4-Wire Connection: Both meter power and current sensing are handled directly through the shunt leads for a tidy wiring harness.
  • Dual-Voltage Backlit Display: Features separate connections for 12V or 24V DC backlighting, ensuring clear, at-a-glance readability during night navigation or in dimly lit battery lockers.
  • Analogue Reliability: Provides instant needle response without the glare or boot-up delay sometimes associated with digital displays.

Built for Demanding 12V and 24V Applications

Whether you are diagnosing parasitic loads on a boat, verifying the output of a solar charge controller in a camper trailer, or keeping an eye on auxiliary equipment in a service vehicle, dependable instrumentation prevents unexpected battery depletion. Inferior gauges often suffer from inaccurate readings, flickering displays, or cumbersome wiring requirements that compromise system safety. By pairing a precision-calibrated analogue dial with a matched external shunt, this unit delivers consistent performance across both 12V and 24V DC electrical architectures.

The independent backlight terminals allow you to wire the dial illumination directly into your vessel's navigation light switch or vehicle dash dimmer circuit, preventing unnecessary parasitic draw during daylight hours while keeping vital system metrics visible after dark.

Upgrade Your Electrical Monitoring Setup

Take the guesswork out of managing your auxiliary power system. Add the Blue Sea 0-50A Micro Ammeter to your toolkit today for clean, safe, and accurate DC current tracking across your marine or mobile setup.


SKU: BS-8041B

SPECIFICATIONS

SpecificationDetails
Product typeMicro DC ammeter with shunt
Current rangeDC 0-50A
ConnectionSimple 4-wire connection from shunt
ShuntDC shunt included
Meter faceBacklit
Backlight connectionsSeparate 12 or 24V DC backlight connections

SKU: BS-8041B
Model #: BS-8041B
MPN: BS-8041B
Package weight: 0.3 kg
Package length: 0.18 m
Package width: 0.15 m
Package height: 0.1 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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