Blue Sea 8686 - Dual Battery Bank Management Panel

Blue Sea 8686 - Dual Battery Bank Management Panel

The Blue Sea 8686 - Dual Battery Bank Management Panel is an essential component for managing dual battery systems, ensuring safety and efficient operation. It is designed to isolate the engine circuit from the house circuit, preventing cross-interference and allowing for emergency cross-connection between isolated battery banks. This panel also provides protection to electronics by preventing damage from voltage sags and spikes caused by engine cranking. With its robust design, it ensures that your battery systems are well-managed and secure, offering reliable power distribution during critical moments.

Featuring four positions, the Blue Sea 8686 supports 12V DC, 24V DC, and a maximum voltage of 32V DC, making it versatile for various applications. The panel’s continuous rating allows for up to 300A of current, with an intermittent rating of 500A for short periods (5 minutes). The cranking ratings provide the necessary power to handle engine startup cycles, with 1500A for 10 seconds and 775A for 1 minute, ensuring dependable performance in even the most demanding conditions. With compact dimensions (7.50in height, 4.50in width, and 3.25in depth), the panel weighs just 1.85lb (0.84 kg), making it an efficient and reliable choice for managing dual battery systems in marine, RV, or off-grid applications.

• Positions: 4
• Nominal Voltage: 12V DC, 24V DC
• Maximum Voltage: 32V DC
• Continuous Rating: 300A
• Intermittent Rating: 500A (5 min)
• Cranking Rating (10 sec): 1500A
• Cranking Rating (1 min): 775A
• Height: 7.50in (190.5 mm)
• Width: 4.50in (114.3 mm)
• Depth: 3.25in (82.55 mm)
• Weight: 1.85lb (0.84 kg)

The Blue Sea 8686 - Dual Battery Bank Management Panel offers a highly reliable solution for managing and protecting dual battery systems. Its features, such as emergency cross-connect and protection against voltage surges, make it an essential component for any setup requiring efficient power distribution and safeguarding of electronics during engine cranking and other demanding conditions.