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Blue Sea Systems 8693 Triple Battery Bank Management Panel 11 Position Twin Engine

Manufacturer

Blue Sea Systems

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Part Number

8693
06/01/2036 5:03 AM
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$405.96

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Product Details

The Blue Sea Systems 8693 simplifies marine battery management for twin-engine vessels by consolidating battery switching control and circuit protection into a single, professionally engineered panel. This 11-position management system provides independent control of three battery banks while protecting sensitive electronics from voltage spikes during engine cranking.

Key Features:

  • Designed specifically for twin-engine marine applications with three battery bank capability
  • Dual Circuit Plus battery switches maintain battery bank separation with simplified single ON position operation
  • Emergency crossover feature allows cross-connecting between separate battery banks when needed
  • Isolates starting circuits from house circuits to protect electronics from cranking surges
  • Ignition protected for safe installation on gasoline-powered boats
  • Integrated DC main circuit breaker with 24-hour branch protection for bilge pumps, CO sensors, and other non-switched accessories
  • Expandable design with room to add circuits and customize your installation
  • Can be mounted in four different orientations for flexible installation
  • Backed by Blue Sea Systems lifetime warranty

Technical Specifications:

  • Nominal voltage: 12V DC (maximum 24V DC)
  • Continuous rating: 350A
  • Intermittent rating: 525A for 5 minutes
  • Cranking rating: 1000A for 10 seconds, 750A for 1 minute
  • Panel dimensions: 10.5" W × 8" H × 3.5" D
  • Supports three battery banks when used with automatic charge relay (ACR)

This panel replaces discontinued models 8687 and 8691, upgrading from manual selector switches to the modern Dual Circuit Plus design for enhanced reliability and ease of use.

Products specifications

Amperage

350 Amps

Dimensions

10 1/2" Width x 8" Height

Switch Quantity

4 to 6

Type

Battery Management Panels

Voltage

12/24 Volts

Above / Below Deck

Below Deck

Warranty Details

Lifetime

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