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Blue Sea 230VAC 8A 13 Position Panel
Blue Sea 230VAC 8A 13 Position Panel
Pre-Wired 100A Max Bus with 10x 8A Breakers, 3 Spare Slots & Backlit
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DESCRIPTION
13-Position 230V AC Distribution Panel for Marine and Off-Grid Power Systems
Managing high-voltage alternating current in mobile, marine, or remote off-grid environments requires uncompromising safety and precision. This 13-position 230V AC distribution panel provides a centralised, professional-grade command centre for your onboard or off-grid electrical system. Engineered by Blue Sea Systems, this traditional metal panel streamlines complex AC wiring while delivering dependable circuit protection and intuitive operation for vessels, caravans, motorhomes, and specialised service vehicles.
Streamlined Installation with Pre-Wired Buses
Electrical fit-outs in confined spaces such as boat helms or caravan service bays can be time-consuming and prone to wiring errors when assembling components individually. This AC distribution panel eliminates that complexity by arriving with all hot, neutral, and safety ground buses factory-installed and fully pre-wired. Installers and system builders can integrate the unit directly into their 230V AC main feed, significantly reducing labour time and mitigating the risk of loose connections, voltage drop, or hazardous wiring faults.
Comprehensive Circuit Protection and Future Expansion
Designed to handle a total maximum panel capacity of 100A, this unit is built to manage substantial AC loads safely. Out of the box, the panel is populated with ten A-Series white toggle single-pole 8A magnetic circuit breakers. These precision breakers combine switching and circuit protection into a single device, featuring a 'trip-free' design that cannot be held in the 'ON' position during a fault condition. For systems that evolve over time, the panel includes three unpopulated spare positions, allowing you to easily add extra branch circuit breakers as you integrate new 230V appliances or equipment into your setup.
Key Features and Benefits
- Factory Pre-Wired Architecture: All hot, neutral, and safety ground buses are pre-installed to simplify integration and ensure high electrical integrity.
- Ready-to-Use Protection: Supplied with ten pre-installed 8A single-pole magnetic toggle circuit breakers for immediate branch circuit management.
- Built-In Expansion Capacity: Features three spare circuit positions to accommodate additional breakers for future electrical upgrades.
- Integrated Low-Light Visibility: All 13 circuit label positions feature standard backlighting without the need for an external conversion kit.
- Visual Status Monitoring: Equipped with green 'ON' indicating LEDs across all 13 positions for immediate confirmation of active circuits at a glance.
- Customisable Identification: Includes a 30-piece basic AC label set to clearly mark appliances, inverters, and shore power circuits.
Engineered for Visibility and Harsh Environments
Operating an electrical system in low-light conditions, such as a darkened wheelhouse or an off-grid cabin at night, demands clear visual feedback. Every circuit position on this panel is equipped with a green 230V AC LED indicator, showing you exactly which branch circuits are live. Furthermore, all label positions are backlit as standard, removing the hassle and expense of purchasing separate backlighting kits. Paired with a corrosion-resistant finish designed to withstand damp coastal air and road vibrations, this panel reduces the risk of electrical failure in demanding Australian conditions.
Ideal Applications
- Marine Vessels: Manage shore power distribution, onboard generators, water heaters, and galley appliances on yachts, cruisers, and commercial boats.
- Caravans and Motorhomes: Control 230V AC outputs from large off-grid inverters or mains hook-ups for air conditioning, induction cooktops, and power outlets.
- Mobile Workstations and Tiny Homes: Provide safe, residential-grade circuit distribution and overload protection in compact, transportable structures.
Upgrade Your AC Electrical Distribution
Ensure your 230V AC power system is protected, organised, and built to marine-grade standards. Add the Blue Sea Systems 13-position AC distribution panel to your system configuration today for a safer, cleaner electrical installation.
SKU: BS-8580B
SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications
| Positions | 13 |
|---|---|
| Nominal Voltage | 230 V AC |
| Maximum Amperage | 100 A |
| Height | 11.25 in (285.75 mm) |
| Width | 5.25 in (133.35 mm) |
| Weight | 2.81 lb (1.27 kg) |
| Included Circuit Breakers | 10 × A-Series White Toggle Circuit Breaker - Single Pole 8 A (Branch), PN 7299 |
| Included LEDs | 13 × LED - 230 V AC Green, PN 8134 |
| Included Label Set | 1 × Basic AC Panel Label Set - 30 Labels [LABEL], PN 8031 |
| Buses | All hot, neutral, and safety ground buses installed, fully pre-wired |
| Circuit Label Backlighting | All circuit label positions are backlit on standard panels - No kit required |
| SKU: | BS-8580B |
| Model #: | BS-8580B |
| MPN: | BS-8580B |
| Package weight: | 2.88 kg |
| Package length: | 0.44 m |
| Package width: | 0.29 m |
| Package height: | 0.16 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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