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Blue Sea 230VAC 16A 14-Position Electrical Distribution Panel with 8A Circuits
Blue Sea 230VAC 16A 14-Position Electrical Distribution Panel with 8A Circuits
Pre-Wired Hot, Neutral & Ground Buses with Backlit Labels & Status LEDs
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DESCRIPTION
Pre-Wired 230VAC Electrical Distribution for Marine, Off-Grid and Mobile Systems
Managing alternating current safely and efficiently is critical in complex electrical installations. This Blue Sea Systems 230VAC electrical distribution panel provides a centralised, organised hub for managing shore power, inverter outputs, or generator feeds. Engineered for demanding environments such as marine vessels, caravans, motorhomes, and specialised commercial vehicles, this 14-position AC switchboard combines circuit switching and overcurrent protection into one streamlined interface.
Unlike unbranded alternatives that require extensive manual assembly and complex wiring harnesses, this AC distribution panel arrives with the hot, neutral, and safety-ground buses already installed and fully pre-wired. This factory-tested configuration significantly reduces installation time, minimises the risk of wiring errors during fit-out, and ensures a tidy, compliant cabinet layout right out of the box.
Enhanced Safety and System Diagnostics
Working with 230VAC power requires strict adherence to safety protocols, especially in mobile or damp environments where shore power pedestals can occasionally be wired incorrectly. To mitigate the risk of equipment damage and electrical shock, this panel features a dedicated red reverse-polarity LED indicator. If the incoming live and neutral conductors are reversed, the warning light provides an immediate visual alert before you engage individual branch circuits.
The panel is equipped with a double-pole 16A main circuit breaker to isolate the incoming 230VAC supply, alongside individual 8A branch circuit breakers for protected device loads. Each circuit position features an integrated green ON-indicating LED, allowing operators to verify active loads at a glance. Additionally, the circuit label positions are backlit as standard, ensuring effortless circuit identification and safe operation inside dark lockers, helm stations, or unlit cabin spaces.
Key Features and Benefits
- Fully Pre-Wired Bus Bars: Factory-installed hot, neutral, and safety-ground buses streamline installation and ensure reliable electrical continuity.
- Integrated Reverse-Polarity Protection: A prominent red warning LED immediately alerts users to hazardous shore power or generator wiring faults.
- Clear Visual Status Indicators: Green LEDs at every circuit position confirm which 230VAC appliances and outlets are currently energised.
- Low-Light Readability: Backlit label positions provide high-contrast visibility in dark cabins, engine rooms, or utility compartments.
- Modular Expansion Capability: Includes populated 8A branch breakers alongside available expansion slots to accommodate future system upgrades and custom load requirements.
- Heavy-Duty Construction: Built to withstand vibration and coastal conditions typical of marine and off-grid touring applications.
Ideal Applications
This 14-position 230VAC breaker panel is an ideal solution for electrical technicians and system builders requiring dependable AC load management. Typical applications include:
- Marine Vessels: Yachts, cruisers, and commercial workboats managing 230VAC shore power and onboard marine generators.
- Recreational Vehicles: Large caravans, fifth-wheelers, and off-grid expedition trucks utilising high-output inverter/chargers.
- Mobile Workstations: Service vehicles, mobile laboratories, and broadcast vans requiring multiple protected 230VAC appliance circuits.
Upgrade Your AC Power Management
Ensure your 230VAC electrical system is protected, organised, and easy to monitor. Specify the Blue Sea Systems 14-position AC distribution panel for your next marine refit or off-grid mobile build today.
SKU: BS-8564B
SPECIFICATIONS
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Product type | Electrical distribution panel |
| Max AC voltage | 230VAC |
| Main current | 16A |
| Number of positions | 14 |
| Max current per circuit | 8A |
| Bus bars | Hot, neutral and safety ground; installed and fully pre-wired |
| Indicators | Red reverse-polarity indication LED; ON-indicating LEDs in all circuit positions |
| Circuit labels | Label positions are backlit on standard panels |
| SKU: | BS-8564B |
| Model #: | BS-8564B |
| MPN: | BS-8564B |
| Package weight: | 3.0 kg |
| Package length: | 0.39 m |
| Package width: | 0.3 m |
| Package height: | 0.15 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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