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Blue Sea 12-24VDC 13-Position Backlight System for Circuit Breaker Panels
Blue Sea 12-24VDC 13-Position Backlight System for Circuit Breaker Panels
Pre-Wired 18 AWG Leads & Built-In Reverse-Polarity Protection
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DESCRIPTION
Reliable Low-Light Illumination for Marine and Off-Grid Electrical Panels
Operating a vessel, caravan, or specialized service vehicle in low-light conditions requires clear, unobstructed visibility of your primary electrical controls. The Blue Sea Systems 13-Position Backlight System provides crisp, uniform label illumination across your circuit breaker panel, allowing you to quickly identify and actuate critical circuits in complete darkness. Designed as a direct OEM replacement or panel upgrade component, this solid-state LED circuit board eliminates the guesswork and eye strain associated with unlit switchboards during night navigation or off-grid camping.
Engineered for 12V and 24V DC Electrical Systems
Constructed on a segmented, modular printed circuit board (PCB), this backlighting unit is engineered to integrate seamlessly behind compatible Blue Sea Systems traditional metal and water-resistant circuit breaker panels. The integrated central voltage regulator allows the board to accept both 12V and 24V DC power sources directly, without requiring external voltage drop resistors or complex step-down converters. Surface-mounted LEDs and precision in-line circuit resistors ensure balanced current management across the entire board, delivering consistent brightness across all 13 breaker positions while maintaining an exceptionally low parasitic current draw on your house or starter batteries.
Key Features and Technical Benefits
- 13-Position Illumination: Surface-mounted LEDs provide clear, even backlighting across 13 individual circuit breaker label positions.
- Dual-Voltage Compatibility: Operates reliably across 12V DC and 24V DC electrical architectures via an onboard voltage regulation circuit.
- Reverse-Polarity Protection: Built-in diode protection safeguards the sensitive LED components against accidental reverse-wiring during installation.
- Pre-Wired Leads: Supplied with two 6-inch (approx. 152mm), 18 AWG (approx. 0.82mm2) wire leads for straightforward integration into your panel's negative bus and positive switch feed.
- Solid-State Durability: Vibration-resistant PCB construction outlasts traditional incandescent grain-of-wheat bulbs in harsh marine and mobile environments.
Risk Reduction and Installation Advantages
Upgrading or maintaining a marine switchboard with purpose-built OEM components significantly reduces the risk of electrical faults behind the dash. Standard aftermarket LED strips often suffer from adhesive failure in high-heat cabin environments, uneven light hotspots, and vulnerability to voltage spikes. Because this unit features built-in reverse-polarity protection, installers are protected against accidental component damage if supply leads are inadvertently crossed during tight, behind-the-helm wiring jobs.
Please note that this backlighting system comes pre-installed as standard equipment on most new Blue Sea Systems circuit breaker panels. A separate purchase is only required if you are replacing a damaged board, refurbishing an older legacy panel, or building a custom enclosure utilising Blue Sea modular components.
Upgrade Your Switchboard Visibility
Ensure safe, confident operation of your 12V or 24V DC power distribution system at any hour. Add the Blue Sea Systems 13-Position Backlight System to your toolkit today for a professional, factory-standard panel restoration.
SKU: BS-8383B
SPECIFICATIONS
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product type | Backlight system |
| Positions | 13 |
| Supply voltage | 12-24VDC |
| Compatibility | Blue Sea Systems circuit breaker panels |
| Wire leads | Two 6-inch, 18 AWG wire leads |
| Protection | Built-in reverse-polarity protection |
| Panel backlighting | Standard on panels; no kit required |
| SKU: | BS-8383B |
| Model #: | BS-8383B |
| MPN: | BS-8383B |
| Package weight: | 0.06 kg |
| Package length: | 0.3 m |
| Package width: | 0.05 m |
| Package height: | 0.03 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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