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Blue Sea 230VAC 16A 11-Position Distribution Panel
Blue Sea 230VAC 16A 11-Position Distribution Panel
Pre-Wired Hot, Neutral & Ground Buses with Backlit Labels & LEDs
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DESCRIPTION
Pre-Wired 230VAC Circuit Distribution for Marine and Off-Grid Systems
Managing alternating current in demanding mobile, marine, and off-grid environments requires uncompromising safety and organisation. This Blue Sea Systems 230VAC distribution panel consolidates complex AC wiring into a single, streamlined assembly. Engineered to manage shore power, inverter outputs, or onboard generators, it provides a dependable central hub for your high-voltage electrical architecture.
Unlike basic enclosures that require tedious custom busbar fabrication and point-to-point wiring, this unit arrives fully pre-wired from the factory. All hot, neutral, and safety ground buses are pre-installed, significantly reducing installation time and minimising the risk of wiring errors behind the dash or inside electrical cabinets.
Comprehensive Circuit Protection and Expandability
At the top of the system sits a dedicated double-pole 16A main circuit breaker, providing complete isolation and overload protection for the entire downstream network. The panel features 11 branch positions to distribute power to appliances such as battery chargers, water heaters, air conditioning units, and general power outlets.
Out of the box, the panel is equipped with nine individual 8A branch circuit breakers for immediate deployment. To support growing electrical demands, it also includes three blank expandable positions, allowing you to integrate additional breakers in the future without replacing the entire switchboard.
Enhanced Visibility and Polarity Safety
Operating 230VAC systems in dark cabins, engine rooms, or caravan compartments demands clear visual feedback. Every circuit label position is backlit as standard, requiring no optional upgrade kits to achieve clear legibility in low-light conditions. Furthermore, each active position features a dedicated green ON-indicating LED so operators can confirm live circuits at a glance.
To protect sensitive onboard electronics and personnel from faulty shore power pedestals or miswired generators, an integrated red reverse-polarity LED indicator provides an immediate visual warning if hot and neutral lines are reversed.
Key Features
- Factory Pre-Wired Assembly: Includes installed hot, neutral, and safety ground buses for rapid, clean installation.
- Main System Isolation: Equipped with a double-pole 16A main breaker for comprehensive upstream protection.
- Flexible Branch Distribution: Features 11 positions, supplied with nine 8A circuit breakers and three blank slots for future expansion.
- Integrated Safety Monitoring: High-visibility red LED warns of unsafe reverse polarity conditions before branch circuits are engaged.
- Low-Light Readability: Standard backlit circuit labels and individual green ON-indicating LEDs require no additional lighting kits.
Applications
Built to exacting standards for vibration resistance and electrical integrity, this AC distribution panel is well-suited for:
- Marine Vessels: Managing 230VAC shore power inlets and marine generator distribution on yachts, cruisers, and commercial workboats.
- Caravans and Motorhomes: Distributing inverter power and mains hook-ups safely across mobile living quarters.
- Off-Grid Cabins and Tiny Homes: Organising standalone inverter-charger AC outputs into dedicated appliance circuits.
- Specialist Service Vehicles: Powering onboard diagnostic equipment, compressors, and tools in mobile workshops.
Upgrade Your AC Electrical Safety
Equip your vessel, recreational vehicle, or off-grid setup with a professional-grade 230VAC switchboard designed for long-term reliability. Add the Blue Sea 11-Position AC Distribution Panel to your system today for safer, cleaner power management.
SKU: BS-8585B
SPECIFICATIONS
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product type | AC distribution panel |
| Maximum AC voltage | 230VAC |
| Main current | 16A |
| Number of positions | 11 |
| Maximum current per circuit | 8A |
| Wiring | Fully pre-wired |
| Buses | Hot, neutral and safety ground buses installed |
| Indicators | Red reverse-polarity indicating LED; ON-indicating LEDs in all circuit positions |
| Circuit labels | All circuit-label positions are backlit on standard panels |
| Kit requirement | No kit required |
| SKU: | BS-8585B |
| Model #: | BS-8585B |
| MPN: | BS-8585B |
| Package weight: | 2.16 kg |
| Package length: | 0.39 m |
| Package width: | 0.27 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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