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Blue Sea Systems 8053 Contura Water Resistant 6-Position DC Switch Panel Slate Gray

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Blue Sea Systems

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8053
06/01/2036 9:12 AM
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Product Details

The Blue Sea Systems 8053 is a 6-position, vertically-mounted, water-resistant DC switch panel engineered for demanding above-deck marine environments. Built from heavy 1/8" aluminum with a two-part polyurethane slate gray finish, it is ready for flybridge and open cockpit installations where exposure to salt spray, rain, hose washdowns, and momentary immersions is routine.

Every surface is treated with a Mil-Spec chemical immersion process for maximum corrosion resistance. The panel arrives completely wired and ready to install, with countersunk mounting holes and an included watertight mounting gasket for a clean, secure fit. Industry-standard height and width dimensions ensure compatibility with standard panel cutouts.

Key Features:

  • Water-resistant construction withstands salt spray, rain, hose washdowns, and momentary immersions
  • Designed for flybridge and open cockpit marine applications
  • Six ON-OFF Contura rocker switches with ON-indicating LEDs embedded in each switch
  • Front-accessible fuse holders accept standard AGC (fast-acting) and MDL (slow-blow) 1-1/4" x 1/4" glass fuses
  • Watertight mounting gasket included
  • Countersunk mounting holes throughout for a flush, secure installation
  • Heavy 1/8" aluminum construction with two-part polyurethane slate gray finish
  • Mil-Spec chemical immersion treatment protects every surface from corrosion
  • Industry-standard panel dimensions for easy replacement or upgrade
  • Completely wired and ready to install

Specifications:

  • Weatherproofing: Water Resistant
  • Positions: 6
  • Orientation: Vertical
  • Nominal Voltage: 12V / 24V DC
  • Panel Cumulative Rating: 45A
  • Switch Rating: 20A @ 12V DC / 15A @ 24V DC
  • Height: 7.5"
  • Width: 5.25"
  • Depth: 3.0"

What's Included:

  • (6) #5021 Panel Mount AGC/MDL Fuse Holders
  • (1) #8030 Basic DC Panel Label Set — 30 Labels
  • (6) #8230 Contura Switch SPST Gray — OFF-ON

Note: Waterproof panel labels are not backlit.

Products specifications

Size

5-1/4" W x 7-1/2" H

Type

Vertical

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