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Blue Sea 230VAC 16A Main, 22-Position 8A-Per-Circuit Distribution Panel
Blue Sea 230VAC 16A Main, 22-Position 8A-Per-Circuit Distribution Panel
Pre-Wired AC Switchboard with Installed Buses & Backlit Labels
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DESCRIPTION
Centralised 230V AC Electrical Distribution for Demanding Marine and Off-Grid Systems
Managing multiple alternating current loads in a marine vessel, large motorhome, or off-grid cabin requires a reliable and organised electrical hub. The Blue Sea Systems 230VAC 16A Main, 22-Position Distribution Panel provides a comprehensive, professional-grade solution for safely distributing shore power, generator output, or inverter supply across your essential branch circuits. Engineered for high-capacity AC electrical systems, this panel streamlines complex installations while offering clear visual monitoring and robust circuit protection.
Streamlined Installation with Fully Pre-Wired Buses
Building a custom AC switchboard from individual components can be time-consuming and prone to wiring errors. This distribution panel arrives fully pre-wired from the factory, featuring pre-installed hot, neutral, and safety ground buses. By consolidating the bus connections into a single, cohesive unit, it eliminates the need to source and link separate busbars. This integrated design reduces installation time, minimises potential points of failure, and ensures a clean, serviceable layout behind the dash or inside your electrical locker.
Enhanced Safety and Low-Light Visibility
When dealing with 230V AC power, immediate system feedback is critical for protecting both onboard equipment and personnel. This panel incorporates a dedicated red reverse-polarity LED indicator, providing an instant visual warning if active and neutral conductors are accidentally swapped at the shore power inlet or generator source. Preventing reverse polarity is vital for avoiding damage to sensitive appliances and reducing shock hazards.
For day-to-day operation in dimly lit cabins, wheelhouses, or engine rooms, the panel features integrated backlighting across all label positions without requiring an additional kit. Each of the 22 branch positions is also equipped with a green ON-indicating LED, allowing operators to confirm at a glance which circuits are actively drawing power.
Key Features and System Benefits
- Master Circuit Control: Incorporates a 16A double-pole main circuit breaker, offering simultaneous isolation of active and neutral lines for complete system shutdown and overcurrent protection.
- Extensive Branch Capacity: Provides 22 circuit positions rated up to 8A per circuit, paired with spare expansion slots fitted with blanking plugs for future system upgrades.
- Fully Pre-Wired Architecture: Factory-installed hot, neutral, and safety ground buses simplify the termination process and ensure consistent electrical conductivity.
- Active Safety Monitoring: Built-in red LED alerts the user to dangerous reverse-polarity conditions before branch circuits are engaged.
- Clear Visual Status: Individual green status LEDs and standard backlit labels deliver effortless circuit identification and monitoring in dark environments.
Built for Complex AC Power Management
Unlike standard domestic switchboards that may struggle with the vibration and moisture present in mobile and marine applications, Blue Sea Systems panels are purpose-built for harsh environments. The magnetic-hydraulic toggle breakers provide dependable switching and precise trip characteristics, ensuring your air conditioning, water heaters, battery chargers, and galley appliances receive stable protection. Upgrade your vessel or off-grid power system with a centralised, pre-wired 230V AC distribution panel engineered for safety and longevity.
SKU: BS-8565B
SPECIFICATIONS
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product type | Distribution panel |
| Maximum AC voltage | 230VAC |
| Main current | 16A |
| Number of positions | 22 |
| Maximum current per circuit | 8A |
| Buses | Hot, neutral and safety ground buses installed |
| Wiring | Fully pre-wired |
| Indicators | Red reverse-polarity indicator LED; ON-indicating LEDs in all circuit positions |
| Label positions | Backlit on standard panels; no kit required |
| SKU: | BS-8565B |
| Model #: | BS-8565B |
| MPN: | BS-8565B |
| Package weight: | 9.0 kg |
| Package length: | 0.51 m |
| Package width: | 0.39 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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