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Blue Sea 230VAC 100A 8 Position Circuit Breaker Panel with 8A Breakers (Portrait)
Blue Sea 230VAC 100A 8 Position Circuit Breaker Panel with 8A Breakers (Portrait)
Pre-Wired 100A Busbars - 5x 8A Breakers & 3 Spare Slots - Backlit
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Blue Sea Systems 8159 Traditional Metal 230V AC Distribution Panel
Pre-Wired AC Circuit Protection for Marine, Caravan, and Off-Grid Electrical Systems
Managing high-voltage alternating current in mobile, marine, or remote off-grid environments demands uncompromising safety and reliability. The Blue Sea Systems 8159 230V AC 8-Position Distribution Panel provides a centralised, professional-grade solution for controlling and protecting your 230V AC branch circuits. Engineered specifically for the rigours of marine vessels, caravans, motorhomes, and specialised commercial vehicles, this portrait-oriented panel streamlines complex AC wiring into a safe, accessible interface.
Unlike standard household switchboards that can fail under constant vibration or moisture exposure, this distribution panel features a heavy-duty 3mm aluminium faceplate finished with a durable, corrosion-resistant powder coat. It is built to withstand harsh coastal and mobile conditions while maintaining a clean, modern aesthetic on your helm or control board.
Engineered for Safety and Simplified Installation
Wiring an AC distribution system from scratch introduces significant labour and the risk of loose connections. The Blue Sea Systems 8159 mitigates these risks by arriving fully pre-wired with all hot, neutral, and safety ground buses installed. This factory-terminated busbar architecture ensures secure, low-resistance connections across all circuits, drastically reducing installation time for marine electricians and system integrators.
At the core of the panel's protection are the included A-Series single-pole magnetic-hydraulic circuit breakers. Combining switching and circuit protection into a single device, these toggle breakers feature a "trip-free" design, meaning they cannot be manually held in the "ON" position during a fault or overload condition. Because they operate on a magnetic-hydraulic principle rather than thermal bi-metal strips, their trip ratings remain stable and accurate regardless of high ambient temperatures inside enclosed engine rooms or electrical cabinets.
Key Features and System Benefits
- Fully Pre-Wired Busbars: All hot, neutral, and safety ground buses are factory-installed to ensure compliance and reduce installation time.
- Ready for Immediate Use & Future Expansion: Supplied with five pre-installed 8A single-pole A-Series toggle circuit breakers, plus three blanked positions with protective plugs to accommodate future 230V AC appliances.
- Integrated Backlit Labels: All eight circuit label positions feature standard backlighting for effortless readability in low-light cabins or night navigation, with no additional backlighting kit required.
- Visual Circuit Confirmation: Equipped with green 230V AC LED indicators across all eight positions to provide immediate visual confirmation when a circuit is energised.
- Heavy-Duty Construction: Crafted from a robust 3mm aluminium faceplate to resist flexing, vibration, and corrosion in demanding environments.
- Customisable Identification: Includes a 30-piece basic AC label set to clearly mark inverters, water heaters, battery chargers, and general power outlets.
Versatile Application for 230V AC Loads
With a maximum panel capacity of 100A, this distribution board is capable of managing substantial shore power or inverter-fed AC systems. The five pre-installed 8A breakers are ideally sized for standard 230V appliances, while the three spare slots allow you to easily integrate additional A-Series breakers tailored to specific loads as your system grows.
Upgrade your vessel or off-grid vehicle with a dependable, industry-standard AC management solution. Add the Blue Sea Systems 8159 230V AC Distribution Panel to your build today for streamlined installation and long-term electrical safety.
SKU: BS-8159B
SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications
| Model | 8159 |
|---|---|
| Positions | 8 |
| Nominal Voltage | 230 V AC |
| Maximum Amperage | 100 A |
| Height | 190.5 mm |
| Width | 133.35 mm |
| Included Circuit Breakers | 5 × A-Series White Toggle Circuit Breaker - Single Pole 8 A (7299) |
| Included Label Set | 1 × Basic AC Panel Label Set - 30 Labels (8031) |
| Included LEDs | 8 × LED - 230 V AC Green (8134) |
| Buses | All hot, neutral, and safety ground buses installed, fully pre-wired |
| Label Backlighting | All circuit label positions are backlit on standard panels - No kit required |
| SKU: | BS-8159B |
| Model #: | BS-8159B |
| MPN: | BS-8159B |
| HS code: | 8536200040 |
| Country of origin: | MX |
| Package weight: | 1.92 kg |
| Package length: | 0.34 m |
| Package width: | 0.24 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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