CONTURA SWITCH

WEATHERDECK
TRADITIONAL METAL
3 6 0 PA N E L S Y S T E M
VESSEL SYSTEMS MONITOR
ML–SERIES

BATTERY MANAGEMENT
FUSES AND FUSE BLOCKS
CIRCUIT BREAKERS ELECTRICAL
CONNECTORS AND INSULATORS DISTRIBUTION
METERS AND ACCESSORIES
AC SOURCE SELECTION
PANEL GUIDE

PANELS
PA N E L AC C E S S O R I E S

425 Sequoia Drive

Bellingham, WA 98226 USA
360.738.8230
www.bluesea.com 980003690 Rev.001

Blue Sea Systems test boat
WHO WE ARE
At Blue Sea Systems, we’re
active boating enthusiasts
who understand the
demands of boating. Our
engineered products are
designed and assembled
by experienced specialists
in our Pacific Northwest
facility. All of our
non-electronic products
are backed by a
lifetime guarantee.
To demonstrate our
commitment to quality,
Blue Sea Systems is an
ISO 9001:2000 certified
company, and all Blue
Sea Systems marine
electrical distribution
panels meet American
Boat and Yacht Council
(ABYC) standards.
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Electrical A BOV E D EC K PA N EL S
Distribution Contura Switch Waterproof Panels
Panels
ABOUT THIS GUIDE pages 2–3
WeatherDeck™ Waterproof Panels
In this panel guide, you will
discover the wide range of Blue
Sea Systems stock and custom
marine electrical distribution pages 4–5
panels. On our Web site, the
Panel Wizard makes it easy for B EL OW D EC K PA N EL S
you to choose from over 100 Traditional Metal Panels
stock panels, enables you to
design a custom solution from
the 360 Panel System, and helps
you find an authorized Blue Sea pages 6–7
Systems dealer. Visit
panelwizard.bluesea.com 360 Panel System
for more information about our
panel offerings, and explore the
rest of the Web site to learn
about the selection of other pages 8–12
innovative products from
Blue Sea Systems. C O MP O N EN T S F O R PA N EL S
Durable 3-Layer Labels
page 13
Vessel Systems Monitor VSM 422
pages 14–15
ML-Series Remote
Battery Management
pages 16–17
 Contura Switch
Waterproof
Ranger R29
Panels
Carling Contura switches match common
helm station switches
RUGGED DESIGN
FOR WET
ENVIRONMENTS
Panel front is rated IP66*
Protected against powerful
water jets Integrated LEDs provide immediate
indication of ON or OFF

Using industry standard

Contura switches, the
Blue Sea Systems Contura
Switch Waterproof Panels
are designed to perform
above deck, as well as Tin-plated wire and connectors
resist corrosion
complement any interior.
Ranger R29
Fuse models are available
photo courtesy of Ranger Tugs
in a classic grey finish, and
circuit breaker models are
available in white or black.

Aluminum panel is chemically treated

circuit positions: Circuit Breaker Model front and back and painted to
model positions resist corrosion

circuit breaker 3, 4, 6, 8
fuse 1, 3, 4, 6, 8
voltage rating: 12 or 24V DC
total panel rating: 45A
ON indication: LED in switch
labels:
model format
circuit breaker small
fuse large

*circuit breaker model only

to find the right panel go to Fuse Model

panelwizard.bluesea.com

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 WeatherDeck™
Waterproof
Century Boats 2350 Dual Console
Panels
Integrated switch guards reduce the risk
of accidental switching
DESIGNED FOR
EXTREME WEATHER
CONDITIONS
Panel front is rated IP67
Protected against immersion up
to 1 meter for 30 minutes Backlit labels aid circuit identification in
low light conditions

The WeatherDeck™ Panels

are Blue Sea Systems’ most
waterproof panels and their
contemporary appearance
adds style to today’s boats.
Available in both fuse and Tin-plated wire and connectors
resist corrosion
circuit breaker models, with
Century 2350
a white or grey finish, the
photo courtesy of Century Boats
WeatherDeck™ Panels can
be mounted in four orienta-
tions for maximum versatility.

UV-stabilized waterproof boots resist

circuit positions: Circuit Breaker Model discoloration and cracking
model positions
circuit breaker 4, 6, 8
fuse 2, 4, 6, 8
voltage rating:
model rating
circuit breaker 12V or 24V DC
fuse 12V DC
total panel rating: 45A
Fuse Model
ON indication:
fuse model tri-colored backlit labels
labels: square format

to find the right panel go to

panelwizard.bluesea.com

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 Traditional
Metal
Nordic Tug 54
Panels Backlit labels aid circuit identification in
low light conditions

STYLED TO MATCH
EXISTING PANELS

The Traditional Metal Panels

are equally suited for use LEDs provide immediate indication of
ON or OFF
as extensions to existing
panels or as replacements
for existing panels. All are
pre-wired and include LEDs
in all positions. Choose
from over 100 stock
panels ranging from simple Tin-plated copper bus bars provide maxi-
mum conductivity and corrosion resistance
circuit breaker models to
complex multi-source Nordic Tug 54
AC configurations. photo courtesy of Nordic Tugs

circuit positions: up to 35
voltage rating:
Aluminum panel is chemically treated
DC 12V, 24V front and back and painted to
resist corrosion
AC 120V, 240V, 230V
total panel rating:
up to 100A per bus
ON indication: LED
labels: large format

to find the right panel go to

panelwizard.bluesea.com

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 360 Panel
Sabre 40 Sedan
System
Backlit labels aid circuit identification
in low light conditions
INNOVATIVE DESIGN
MEETS UNRIVALED
QUALITY

The 360 Panel System uses

modular architecture to Flat rocker circuit breakers reduce the
risk of accidental switching
mount a broad selection
of panel modules, allowing
multiple functions to be
combined in a single panel.
This design can
accommodate future VSM 422 monitors four vessel systems
changes, and permits AC, DC, tank, and bilge

rapid assembly and Sabre 40 Sedan

shipping time. With photo courtesy of Sabre Yachts
options ranging from
battery management to
source selection, the
360 Panel System offers Wide range of modules combines various
functions in a single panel
unmatched flexibility.

Custom 360 Panel with DC battery

circuit positions: management and multi-source AC functions

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voltage rating:
DC 12V, 24V
AC 120V, 240V, 230V
total panel rating:
up to 100A per bus
ON indication: LED
labels: square format

to find the right panel or design your own

go to panelwizard.bluesea.com

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 Panel Frames
1 x 5 Panel

360 Panel
System
2 x 5 Panel

Tartan Yachts 5300 3 x 5 Panel

4 x 5 Panel
CUSTOM PANEL Popular Modules
FLEXIBILITY IN 1 x 4 Panel

DAYS, NOT WEEKS 2 x 4 Panel

Flat Rocker Circuit Breakers

3 x 4 Panel
Blue Sea Systems knows Vessel Systems Monitor VSM 422

that an “off the shelf” 4 x 4 Panel

panel will not meet all

needs. A custom panel 1 x 3 Panel

can be created for your Pad Printed Blank Module

2 x 3 Panel
application in a DIN Meter
3 x 3 Panel
fraction of the 1 x 1 Panel
4 x 3 Panel
time required by a
custom panel shop. 4.75" (120.65mm)

From a single module Push Button Circuit Breakers 1 x 2 Panel

Digital or Analog Meter
to a panel with 80 1x1 2 x 2 Panel
circuit breakers, we
2x1 5 x 2 Panel
3
can build a panel
3x1 4 x 2 Panel
for you.
m-Series Battery Switch
4x1 5 x 2 Panel
Push Button Circuit Breakers 4.88" (123.83mm)
with Rocker Switches

Residual Current Circuit Breaker Medium Duty Push Button

Reset-Only Circuit Breakers
2 Inch Gauge

Rotary Switch Source Selection 185-Series Circuit Breakers

12 Volt DC Sockets

to find the right panel or design your own

go to panelwizard.bluesea.com

Battery Management
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 The Complete Standard and Custom
SAFE Boats International
38' Apostle Series
Solution Label Options
Standard label formats
THE POWER OF DURABLE 3-LAYER
INTEGRATED LABELS FOR
TECHNOLOGY ALL PANELS LARGE FORMAT

Innovation and function Blue Sea Systems offers

come together to create labels with standard and
a whole-boat solution for custom text for all panel
SQUARE FORMAT
power distribution, battery formats. Custom labels ship
management, and systems rapidly due to an in-house
monitoring. The versatile printing facility, and over 500
360 Panel System, the standard labels are ready to SMALL FORMAT

proven ML-Series remote order. All labels are made

battery management 38' Apostle Series using a high quality
products, and the advanced photo courtesy of SAFE Boats International, LLC polycarbonate material,
ROUND FORMAT
Vessel Systems Monitor waterproof adhesive, and
VSM 422 are an are backprinted for scratch Custom labels
outstanding way resistance. To order standard
to achieve labels online or download a
multi-system custom label order form, go to
control in an bluesea.com/labels.
attractive
and powerful
package. Scratch resistant polycarbonate layer

Backprinting for protection

to find the right panel or design your own

Waterproof adhesive
go to panelwizard.bluesea.com

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 VSM
422 TM
Vessel Systems Monitor
Ultrasonic tank senders
4 METERS IN 1 from Blue Sea Systems
Monitors AC, DC, tank,
and bilge functions
used for gasoline
(24" tank depth)
The Vessel Systems Monitor
VSM 422 brings powerful
technology to the
monitoring of AC, DC, tank,
and bilge functions,
identifying problems before used for diesel, water or
waste (32" tank depth)
they become emergencies.
The VSM 422 saves money
and space over four
single-function monitors.
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 MLSERIES TM
Remote Battery Management
EVERGLADES®

ADVANCED
BATTERY
MANAGEMENT

The ML-Series Remote

Battery Switch and
Automatic Charging Relay
can be located close to the
batteries, yet controlled
safely from a remote
location. The magnetic
latching feature draws no
current in the ON or OFF
state, preventing a
continuous drain on the
battery. With a 500
ampere continuous
rating, the ML-Series
can improve battery
management in a
broad range of boats.

to design your own panel

go to panelwizard.bluesea.com

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 Find the right panel for your boat
The Panel Wizard is
Find the right panel
your portal for panel
information on Blue Sea
Systems’ Web site. This
powerful tool guides your
search for the right panel
and leads you through the
Custom 360 Panel
System design process.
When you’re ready to take
the next step, the Panel
Wizard helps locate a Design your panel
dealer in your area. Visit
panelwizard.bluesea.com
to explore the array of Blue
Sea Systems panels.

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 ADD IT IO N AL PRO D U CTS BY C ATEGORY
BATTERY MANAGEMENT FUSES AND FUSE BLOCKS CIRCUIT BREAKERS CONNECTORS METERS AND AC SOURCE SELECTION
AND INSULATORS METER ACCESSORIES

m-Series Terminal (MRBF)

Battery Switches Push Button Reset-Only
Feed Through Terminal 360 Panel System Rotary Switches
2" Round Gauges

ANL
BusBars

e-Series 185-Series Thermal 360 Panel System

Battery Switches DIN Meters Rotary Switch Panels
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PowerPost Connectors

Class T Analog Meters

360 Panel System
HD-Series Battery 187-Series Thermal Source Selection Panels
Switches Terminal Blocks

Digital Meters
ST Blade—ATO/ATC Medium Duty Push
Button Reset-Only Traditional Metal
Lugs and Splices
Rotary Switch Panels
360 Panel System
Battery Management Panels

Vessel Systems Monitor

ST Glass—AGC/MDL Toggle PowerPost Connectors

Traditional Metal
Source Selection Panels
Traditional Metal PANEL ACCESSORIES
Battery Management Panels
Mini Clamp
Flat Rockers Multimeter
MAXI

Contura Waterproof
Switch
SI-Series
Automatic Charging Relay
Residual Current
Circuit Breakers
Backlight Board
Safety Circuit

Toggle Switch

Safety Circuit Plus

Remote Battery Switch

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