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Blue Sea 230VAC 16A 3-Position Main Distribution Panel
Blue Sea 230VAC 16A 3-Position Main Distribution Panel
Pre-Wired with Volt/Amp Meters, Backlit Labels & Polarity LED
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DESCRIPTION
Reliable 230V AC Power Management with Integrated Metering and Safety
Managing alternating current in mobile, marine, and off-grid environments requires uncompromising safety and precision. The Blue Sea Systems 8509B AC Distribution Panel is engineered to simplify complex 230VAC electrical installations while providing comprehensive circuit protection and real-time system monitoring. Designed for seamless integration into marine vessels, caravans, motorhomes, and specialised commercial vehicles, this panel centralises your main incoming AC supply and safely distributes it across three individual branch circuits.
Pre-Wired Convenience for Streamlined Installation
Building a compliant and tidy AC switchboard from individual components can be time-consuming and prone to wiring errors. This distribution panel arrives fully pre-wired with all hot, neutral, and safety ground buses factory-installed. By consolidating these critical busbars into a single, cohesive unit, installation time is significantly reduced, and the risk of loose connections caused by vibration in mobile applications is minimised. Installers simply need to connect the main incoming 230VAC supply and run the outgoing load wires to their respective appliances.
Proactive Safety and Real-Time Analogue Monitoring
When connecting to shore power, a generator, or an onboard inverter, knowing the exact status of your power supply is vital to protecting sensitive downstream electronics. Unlike standard switch panels, this unit features integrated analogue metering and proactive visual alerts:
- Integrated Analogue Voltmeter and Ammeter: Monitor line voltage (up to 250V) and total current draw (up to 50A) at a glance, allowing you to actively manage loads and prevent main breaker trips before they occur.
- Reverse Polarity Protection Alert: A dedicated red LED indicator provides an immediate visual warning if dangerous reverse polarity is detected on the incoming shore power or generator line, helping to mitigate shock hazards and equipment damage.
- Double-Pole 16A Main Breaker: Offers robust primary panel protection, isolating both active and neutral lines simultaneously for enhanced safety during maintenance or fault conditions.
- Individual 8A Branch Breakers: Three dedicated circuit positions manage and protect individual AC loads such as battery chargers, water heaters, or power outlets, each paired with a green 'ON' status indicator LED.
- Backlit Circuit Labels: Standard backlit label positions ensure clear circuit identification in low-light cabins, lockers, or control rooms without requiring any additional backlighting kits.
Engineered for Harsh Marine and Off-Grid Environments
Inferior distribution boards often suffer from corrosion, illegible labels, and tedious point-to-point wiring that degrades over time. Blue Sea Systems constructs their panels to withstand the rigours of high-moisture and high-vibration environments. Whether you are upgrading an ageing marine electrical system, fitting out an off-grid expedition vehicle, or managing inverter output in a remote cabin, this panel delivers professional-grade organisation and operational visibility.
Upgrade Your AC Electrical System
Ensure safe, organised, and easily monitored 230VAC power distribution for your next marine or mobile build. Add the Blue Sea 8509B AC Distribution Panel to your system today for a streamlined, professional installation.
SKU: BS-8509B
SPECIFICATIONS
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Product type | AC distribution panel |
| Maximum AC voltage | 230VAC |
| Main current | 16A |
| Number of positions | 3 |
| Maximum current per circuit | 8A |
| Buses | Hot, neutral and safety ground buses installed |
| Wiring | Fully pre-wired |
| Indicators | Red reverse-polarity indicator LED and ON indicator LEDs in all circuit positions |
| Circuit labels | Backlit on standard panels; no kit required |
| SKU: | BS-8509B |
| Model #: | BS-8509B |
| MPN: | BS-8509B |
| Package weight: | 0.84 kg |
| Package length: | 0.22 m |
| Package width: | 0.17 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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