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Blue Sea 60A C-Series Double-Pole Toggle Circuit Breaker
Blue Sea 60A C-Series Double-Pole Toggle Circuit Breaker
Magnetic-Hydraulic Trip-Free Design with Rear Stud Terminals
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DESCRIPTION
Reliable Dual-Pole Overcurrent Protection and Manual Switching
The Blue Sea C-Series 60A Double-Pole Toggle Circuit Breaker (BS-7254B) is engineered to deliver both heavy-duty circuit switching and dependable overcurrent protection within a single, compact panel-mount unit. Designed for demanding marine, RV, caravan, and off-grid electrical architectures, this breaker eliminates the need to wire separate isolation switches and fuses, streamlining your electrical distribution board while reducing potential points of failure.
Featuring parallel linked white toggle levers, this double-pole unit isolates both conductors simultaneously when manually switched off or when an overload condition occurs on either pole. This dual-pole disconnection is critical for main AC shore power inlets, inverter circuits, or ungrounded DC systems where breaking both positive and negative (or active and neutral) lines is required for complete electrical isolation and technician safety.
Why Magnetic-Hydraulic Technology Matters
Unlike standard thermal circuit breakers that rely on heat-sensitive bimetallic strips, the C-Series utilises a precision magnetic-hydraulic mechanism. Standard thermal units often suffer from nuisance tripping in hot engine bays, enclosed battery boxes, or extreme Australian summer conditions because ambient heat lowers their trip threshold. The magnetic-hydraulic design is unaffected by ambient temperature fluctuations, ensuring the breaker only trips when an actual electrical overcurrent event occurs, while still incorporating a hydraulic delay to tolerate normal inrush currents during equipment start-up.
Built for Demanding Installations
Constructed to withstand the vibration and harsh conditions of mobile and marine environments, this circuit breaker features an internal trip-free mechanism. This critical safety feature ensures the internal contacts cannot be manually held closed during an active fault or short circuit, protecting your wiring harness and sensitive electronics from thermal damage. Installation is straightforward thanks to integrated brass threaded inserts for clean front-panel mounting and heavy-duty rear stud terminals that provide low-resistance connections for larger gauge cables.
Key Features & Benefits
- Combined Switching and Protection: Integrates manual circuit isolation and automatic overcurrent protection into one space-saving device.
- Simultaneous Double-Pole Action: Linked white toggle actuators ensure both poles disconnect together if a fault occurs on either line.
- Magnetic-Hydraulic Operation: Delivers consistent 60A trip accuracy across wide ambient temperature ranges without thermal derating or nuisance tripping.
- Trip-Free Safety Design: Internal contacts disconnect and remain open during a fault even if the toggle lever is physically held in the ON position.
- Secure Electrical Connections: Equipped with robust rear stud terminals to accommodate heavy-duty ring terminals and high-current cabling.
- Streamlined Panel Mounting: Integrated brass threaded inserts allow for secure, professional installation into custom switch panels and distribution boards.
Ideal Applications
Whether you are fitting out a commercial marine vessel, upgrading a caravan power system, or building an off-grid battery enclosure, the Blue Sea Systems 7254B provides industrial-grade reliability. It is particularly well-suited for:
- Main AC shore power and generator transfer protection (breaking both Active and Neutral)
- High-current DC main circuit protection in 12V, 24V, and 48V battery systems
- Marine electrical systems requiring simultaneous positive and negative isolation
- Heavy-duty inverter, windlass, bow thruster, and sub-panel feed protection
Upgrade Your Circuit Protection Today
Ensure your vessel, vehicle, or off-grid power system is protected against electrical faults with professional-grade hardware. Add the Blue Sea C-Series 60A Double-Pole Toggle Circuit Breaker to your electrical build for dependable, temperature-stable circuit switching and protection.
SKU: BS-7254B
SPECIFICATIONS
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Product type | Circuit breaker |
| SKU: | BS-7254B |
| Model #: | BS-7254B |
| MPN: | BS-7254B |
| Package weight: | 0.48 kg |
| Package length: | 0.12 m |
| Package width: | 0.1 m |
| Package height: | 0.09 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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