Switches, Rockers, Push-Pulls, Rotaries, Toggle Switches, Push Buttons, & Ignition Switches

Switches, Rockers, Push-Pulls, Rotaries, Toggle Switches, Push Buttons, & Ignition Switches Resources and Information

Functional switches, rockers, push-pulls, rotaries, toggle switches, push buttons, and ignition switches are essential for ensuring your boat’s electrical system remain in working condition, so you won’t get caught out on the water without power. Fortunately, PartsVu stocks an extensive selection of these essential marine electrical products to match your boat’s exact specifications.

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Switches, Rockers, Push-Pulls, Rotaries, Toggle Switches, Push Buttons, & Ignition Switches FAQs

What are some of the key features of Blue Sea Systems’ battery switches?

Battery management is central to the safe operation of a boat or vehicle. A battery switch is required by ABYC in every boat with a battery over 800 Cold Cranking Amps (CCA). This requirement exists so the potentially destructive energy in the batteries can be isolated in the event of a fire.

With involvement on the American Boating Yacht Council (ABYC) Electrical Component Project Committee, Blue Sea Systems is close to the source of standards for battery switches. The company's participation in the process means quick response when the standards and needs of boaters change.

What makes Perko battery switches unique? 

Battery disconnect switches help manage the overall use of electrical power on board. They are used to connect or disconnect electrical devices from the electrical system. They help to prevent battery drain during periods of inactivity. They allow for a quick and easy way to shut down the entire electrical system in an emergency. An optional key lock helps to prevent unauthorized use of the vessel.

In addition to doing everything a battery disconnect switch does, battery selector switches permit battery selection (of two or more batteries) for specific purposes including starting engines, running accessories, or even recharging. They allow for the use of one or more batteries in systems with one or more engines and facilitate putting batteries in parallel for emergencies starting when one or both batteries are substantially discharged.

All Perko battery disconnect switches and battery selector switches are UL listed, ignition-protected and CE-approved. This means they have been tested and certified by a respected outside agency, are designed to be used safely in a bilge where explosive fumes may be present, and meet all the requirements for use and sale throughout the world.

Perko battery switches are designed for surface mounting. Standard duty switches have a bright red polycarbonate housing for safety with a large easy-to-turn black knob. The housing of the heavy-duty switches is red fiber-reinforced polycarbonate. Selector switches are designed with a "make before break" feature. This allows switching between the "1", the "all" and the "2" positions while the engine is running. Models with an "Alternator Field Disconnect" feature offer protection for Non-Unitized Alternators should the switch accidentally be turned to the "OFF" position with the engine running.

What makes Paneltronics boat electronics products unique? 

Family owned and operated since 1979, Paneltronics is an electrical products manufacturing company based in Hialeah Gardens near Miami, FL, USA. 

Paneltronics is an industry leader in the design, engineering, and manufacturing of high-quality power distribution systems, electrical panels, box-build assemblies, instrument panels, enclosures, and electrical components. 

Paneltronics’ electrical panels, assemblies, and systems are specified on a wide variety of vessels, vehicles, and equipment. With more than 225 years of combined in-house electrical expertise and long-standing relationships with premier OEMs, Paneltronics offers a broad line of superior engineered products and solutions to the marine, transportation, and industrial markets. With a commitment to quality products, service, and integrity, Paneltronics is a supplier of choice for OEMs worldwide.

Paneltronics is committed to providing high quality, cost-effective products, and superior service to our customers in an environment of cooperation and integrity.

Paneltronics is focused on continuous improvement through advancing streamlined manufacturing processes, engineering, and technology. We also concentrate on providing quality and added value, which includes increased safety, reliability, and ease of installation. It is our goal to fulfill and exceed customer needs.

Paneltronics understands the needs of growing manufacturers in a dynamic economy and responds to these needs. We manufacture in our own U.S. facilities, which allows for scheduling flexibility, control of lead times, manufacturing processes, inventory, and product quality, and a stronger ability to meet our customers’ needs.

Paneltronics’ engineering department is a highly trained team of engineers and designers. Our team focuses on both electrical and mechanical design. Paneltronics’ engineering and design capabilities include, but are not limited to:

• Product Research, Development & Design
• Electrical & Mechanical Design & Engineering
• 3D-CAD (Solid Works & AutoCAD)
• Compliance/Standards Research & Implementation

What makes Marinco products so unique? 

For more than forty years, Marinco® has been a global leader in harsh environment electrical products. From shore-power connections to power conversion and power management products to accessories, Marinco offers a broad range of high-quality, electrical components. All Marinco components feature rugged, corrosion-resistant construction, and meet rigorous global marine, RV, and industrial standards. 

With engineers in the United States, Europe, and Asia Pacific, the Marinco product portfolio is continually expanded and improved, as well as globally focused and supported. The Marinco team includes many active boaters, and the needs of boaters and boat builders are foremost in our minds when designing and constructing new marine products and technologies. In addition, with offices and partners in more than 110 countries, wherever your boat may be, Marinco can provide best-in-class product information, service, and support. From shore-power connections to spotlights to chargers and inverters to a full portfolio of buss bars, fuse-holders, panels, and switches, ultimately Marinco offers its customers the peace of mind of consistent, high-quality, robust components designed for longevity in a wide range of applications.

Marinco is one of several powerful marine electrical companies under singular, private ownership. The wire, cable, tools, and wiring accessories by Ancor®, power conversion products, and CZone™ digital switching technology products by Mastervolt, enhance the company’s ability to be a single source for electrical needs. 

Why should I get a BEP Marine remote battery switch? 

The motor-driven range of battery switches allows you to install the battery switch very close to the battery, allowing the remote operation to manage the increased electrical loads found on today’s boats. This reduces cable lengths and sizes, providing significant savings in the expense and weight of copper battery cable. They are ideal for remote isolation of bow and stern thrusters. The 720-MDO has been enhanced to offer easy standard installation, or advanced options capable of switching different voltage circuits from the main supply.

• Motor driven by remote operation
• Battery switch can be mounted alongside battery, reducing cable lengths and cable sizes (high cost and weight saving in copper cables)
• Reduced installation labor, due to shorter battery cable runs
• Manual override option to meet CE/ABYC requirements
• Power draw with switch off for 701-MD @ 15mA and 701-MDCZ @ 12mA
• LED status identification for remote control switch
• Can be either surface or rear panel mounted
• Uses interchangeable labeling system
• Optical sensor benefits (720-MDO only)
• Same easy connection for standard installation
• Ability to control different voltage circuits
• Can be used to switch positive or negative lines
• Main contacts can be isolated from control circuit allowing operation via another battery source
• Low stand by current draw (<5mA)