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Blue Sea Systems 8406 AC Electrical Distribution Panel with Digital Multimeter

Manufacturer

Blue Sea Systems

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Part Number

8406
06/01/2036 7:06 AM
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$558.93

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Product Details

The Blue Sea Systems 8406 is a traditional stand-alone AC main distribution panel designed for reliable marine electrical systems. This metal breaker panel features 8 positions with room for expansion, making it ideal for boats requiring robust AC power management.

The panel comes pre-wired for quick installation with hot, neutral, and safety ground bus bars already in place. It includes a pre-installed A-Series 30A double pole main breaker and five 15A A-Series single pole breakers for AC branch circuits, leaving three open positions available for customization or future electrical needs.

Key Features:

  • Digital multimeter displays voltage, amperage, frequency, and kilowatts with programmable alarms
  • Traditional aluminum plate construction for durability and compatibility with existing panels
  • Trip-free breakers cannot be held in ON position when fault is detected
  • Red LED reverse polarity indicator warns of incorrect shore power connection
  • Green LED indicators at all positions show when circuits are energized
  • Backlit large-format labels for visibility in low-light conditions
  • MIL-C-5541C specification immersion coating provides corrosion resistance
  • Safety ground screw on panel back for proper grounding
  • Includes 30 commonly used AC circuit labels
  • Lifetime warranty for peace of mind

Specifications:

  • Configuration: 1 AC main + 8 AC positions (5 populated, 3 open)
  • Voltage: 120V AC
  • Main Breaker: 30A double pole A-Series
  • Branch Breakers: Five 15A single pole A-Series (pre-installed)
  • Dimensions: 11.25" H x 5.25" W x 2" D

All breakers combine switching and circuit protection functionality, providing both manual control and automatic overcurrent protection. The panel's proven design has become the standard for marine AC electrical distribution systems.

Products specifications

Amperage

30 Amps

Dimensions

5 1/4" Width x 11 1/4" Height

Switch Quantity

10 to 20

Type

Panel with Meters

Voltage

120 Volts AC

Above / Below Deck

Below Deck

Warranty Details

Five Years

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