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Blue Sea 8mm Side-Mount Cable Clam with Stainless Steel Dress Cap
Blue Sea 8mm Side-Mount Cable Clam with Stainless Steel Dress Cap
Retains Factory Antenna Connectors - Low-Profile Above-Waterline Seal
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DESCRIPTION
Water-Resistant Marine Deck Seal for Pre-Terminated Antenna Cables
Routing sensitive coaxial and communication cables through a boat deck or cabin bulkhead often presents a frustrating challenge: the factory-installed connector is substantially wider than the wire itself. The Blue Sea 8mm Side-Mount Cable Clam solves this installation bottleneck by providing a secure, water-resistant entry point without requiring you to cut off and re-terminate factory plugs. Engineered specifically for marine antenna cables and electronics wiring, this deck gland ensures your signal integrity remains intact while protecting your vessel's interior from water ingress.
Eliminate Signal Loss and Re-Termination Risks
Cutting a pre-terminated VHF, GPS, or radar cable to feed it through a standard bulkhead fitting introduces the risk of poor field splices, signal attenuation, and voided equipment warranties. By utilising a specialized split-seal architecture and a dedicated side-entry port, this marine cable gland accommodates bulky connectors during the initial pass-through, then compresses down tightly around the 8mm cable jacket. Compared to unbranded plastic through-hull fittings or messy silicone-only pass-throughs, the Blue Sea system significantly reduces the risk of moisture creeping into your cabin or helm station.
Key Features & Marine-Grade Construction
- Connector-Friendly Design: Allows easy pass-through for pre-terminated 8mm antenna cables, saving installation time and preserving factory crimps.
- Polished Stainless Steel Dress Cap: Conceals unsightly mounting hardware, seamlessly matches existing stainless deck fittings, and shields the internal elastomeric seal from harsh Australian UV radiation.
- Low-Profile Contoured Edge: Smooth, rounded geometry sits flush against the mounting surface to prevent deck lines, sheets, and tackle from snagging or tangling.
- One-Piece Side-Mount Housing: Streamlines horizontal cable routing along decks, coamings, and coachroofs without forcing sharp, damaging bends in coaxial wiring.
- Complete Hardware Kit: Supplied with a dedicated sealing gasket, pre-drilled base, and mounting fasteners for a straightforward fit-out.
Engineered for Harsh Saltwater Environments
Exposed deck hardware on yachts, powerboats, and commercial vessels faces relentless degradation from salt spray and solar exposure. Standard exposed rubber bungs quickly perish, crack, and leak under intense sunlight. The inclusion of a marine-grade stainless steel dress cap provides a critical physical barrier against UV breakdown while elevating the aesthetic finish of your vessel. Its contoured profile also enhances crew safety on deck by eliminating sharp edges and trip hazards in high-traffic areas.
Installation Considerations & Applications
This side-entry cable clam is ideal for routing VHF radio aerials, GPS receivers, satellite television domes, and solar array wiring on marine vessels, as well as weatherproofing roof penetrations on caravans and off-grid expedition vehicles. Please note that while this unit provides a dependable, water-resistant barrier against rain, washdowns, and deck spray, it is strictly engineered for installations above the waterline only and should not be used in submerged hull locations.
Upgrade Your Vessel's Cable Management
Protect your onboard electronics and maintain a clean, snag-free deck layout. Add the Blue Sea 8mm Side-Mount Cable Clam to your marine fit-out kit today for a professional, watertight antenna installation.
SKU: BS-1007100B
SPECIFICATIONS
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product type | Cable clam / cable seal |
| Cable designation | 8mm cable |
| Entry style | Side entry |
| Water resistance | Water resistant |
| Compatible use | Antenna cables; allows side entry without removing the factory-installed connector |
| Dress cap | Polished stainless steel; conceals mounting hardware, matches stainless steel deck fittings and offers UV protection |
| Design | One-piece design for side-mount installation |
| Profile | Low-profile, contoured edge designed to reduce the risk of tangling lines |
| Included | Fasteners |
| Mounting location | Above the waterline only |
| SKU: | BS-1007100B |
| Model #: | BS-1007100B |
| MPN: | BS-1007100B |
| HS code: | 3926909989 |
| Country of origin: | MX |
| Package weight: | 0.06 kg |
| Package length: | 0.08 m |
| Package width: | 0.08 m |
| Package height: | 0.05 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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