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Blue Sea 12V 6A DeckHand Light Dimmer with Momentary Switch
Blue Sea 12V 6A DeckHand Light Dimmer with Momentary Switch
0-100% Digital Control for Non-Regulated LEDs with Memory & Exit Delay
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DESCRIPTION
Precision Digital Lighting Control for 12V Marine and Off-Grid Systems
Managing cabin, cockpit, or canopy illumination requires more than a simple on/off toggle. The Blue Sea 12V 6A DeckHand Light Dimmer provides seamless, digital brightness adjustment for your onboard lighting circuits. Engineered specifically for demanding marine, RV, and automotive environments, this module offers continuous voltage control from 0% to 100% of the input voltage. Whether you need full illumination for workspace tasks or low-level ambient lighting to preserve night vision at the helm, this 12V dimmer delivers smooth, flicker-free performance while reducing parasitic power draw on your auxiliary battery bank.
Intelligent Memory and Illuminated Exit Delay
Unlike standard rotary rheostats that waste energy as heat and require manual readjustment every time they are switched on, the DeckHand utilises efficient digital control. It features a built-in memory function that automatically recalls your last brightness setting upon activation, eliminating the need to reset your preferred lighting levels repeatedly.
For enhanced safety when vacating a dark vessel, caravan, or service body, the unit incorporates an illuminated exit feature with an adjustable time delay. This allows your lights to remain on for a set duration after you trigger the switch, providing safe visibility as you exit before automatically shutting down to conserve battery capacity.
Key Features and System Benefits
- Broad Lighting Compatibility: Digitally controls non-regulated 12V LED, incandescent, and halogen lighting circuits up to a 6A maximum load.
- Continuous 0% to 100% Adjustment: Delivers precise dimming control to suit any environment while reducing energy consumption when full output is unnecessary.
- Last-Setting Memory Recall: Retains your preferred brightness level between uses for effortless, consistent operation.
- Adjustable Exit Delay: Keeps pathways illuminated temporarily after switching off, improving safety in dark marine or off-grid environments.
- Thermal Management: Built with an integrated heat sink and cooling fins to ensure reliable electronic operation under continuous 6A loads.
- Space-Saving Installation: Designed with offset mounting tabs so multiple dimmer modules can be installed close together for clean, multi-zone lighting setups.
- Complete Retail Package: Supplied with a dedicated momentary (ON)-OFF-(ON) rocker switch and pre-wired multi-strand pigtail harness for straightforward integration.
Engineered for Multi-Zone Installations
When wiring complex 12V electrical panels in boats, camper trailers, or 4WD canopies, space behind the dash or switchboard is often limited. The DeckHand module addresses this challenge with offset mounting tabs, allowing multiple units to be nested closely side-by-side for organised multi-zone lighting control. Its integrated cooling fins manage thermal dissipation effectively, mitigating the risk of overheating in enclosed electrical lockers compared to lower-grade alternatives.
Please note: This unit is designed specifically for non-regulated 12V LEDs, incandescent, and halogen bulbs. It is not compatible with Constant Current (regulated) LED fixtures that contain their own internal voltage regulation circuitry.
Upgrade Your 12V Lighting Control
Take full command of your cabin, deck, or canopy illumination with reliable, marine-grade hardware. Add the Blue Sea 12V 6A DeckHand Light Dimmer to your setup today for tailored lighting control and improved battery efficiency.
SKU: BS-7506B
SPECIFICATIONS
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product type | DeckHand light dimmer |
| Voltage | 12V |
| Rated current | 6A |
| Lighting compatibility | Non-regulated LED, incandescent and halogen lights |
| Voltage control | Continuous control from 0 to 100% of input voltage |
| Memory | Memory for last setting |
| Illumination and time delay | Illuminated exit with adjustable time delay |
| Mounting | Offset mounting tabs allow dimmers to be mounted close together |
| Included switch | Momentary (ON)-OFF-(ON) switch |
| SKU: | BS-7506B |
| Model #: | BS-7506B |
| MPN: | BS-7506B |
| Package weight: | 0.384 kg |
| Package length: | 0.04 m |
| Package width: | 0.1 m |
| Package height: | 0.11 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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