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Vetus MP34KBS2 Engine Panel Type MP34 – 12 V, 4 black gauges (0-4000 RPM) – Second Generation
The Vetus MP34KBS2 is a high-quality marine engine instrumentation panel designed for 12-volt installation in cockpits or flybridges. Built by Vetus as part of their MP34 series (second generation), this panel offers reliable read-out of essential engine parameters in black-face analog gauges, along with monitoring lights and ignition functionality — all in a waterproof (IP64) housing suitable for demanding marine environments.
Key Features
- Analog tachometer with hour counter, range 0-4,000 RPM — allows runtime tracking as well as engine rev monitoring.
- Voltmeter (12 V system) for battery/charging system monitoring.
- Water temperature gauge to monitor engine cooling system status.
- Oil pressure gauge for vital lubrication system monitoring.
- Six monitoring indicator lights + ignition/pre-heat/starter switch integrated.
- Black instrument faces for high contrast and classic styling.
- Waterproof rating IP64 — resistant to splashes and environmental exposure aboard marine vessels. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Technical Specifications
Specification Value Voltage 12 V DC :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2} Gauges included Tachometer (0-4,000 RPM) with hour counter, Voltmeter, Water temperature gauge, Oil pressure gauge :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3} Monitoring lights 6 indicator lights integrated :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4} Panel dimensions (W × H) 255 mm × 161 mm :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5} Built-in depth 121 mm :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6} Rated waterproof standard IP64 :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7} Applicable RPM range for tachometer 0-4,000 RPM :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8} Gauge colour Black :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9} Alternator / second station suitability Standard variant (without second alternator) – version “KBS2”; note variant KBS2D adds second alternator function :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}
Installation & Compatibility Notes
This panel uses the MP34 series mounting pattern; ensure your installation cut-out is compatible (255 mm × 161 mm) and your wiring harness accommodates gauge and monitoring lights. According to Vetus documentation, for MP34 panels you should use connection cables of types A, B and C. :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}
Although the MP34KBS2 variant is the standard second‐generation 12 V panel with four instruments, should your vessel require dual alternator monitoring or second dynamo configuration, one may consider the KBS2D variant. :contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12}
Summary
The Vetus MP34KBS2 is a robust, well-specified engine instrumentation panel designed for 12-volt marine applications where full engine monitoring is required — tachometer with hour counter, voltmeter, temperature and pressure gauges, monitoring lights and ignition switch all in a single assembly. Its IP64 rating and standardized panel size make it a reliable choice for engine rooms, cockpits or flybridge mounting.
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