7142-BSS - Navico Group Blue Sea 187-Series 80 Amp Circuit Breaker Surface Mount

Blue Sea Systems 187-Series Circuit Breaker - Surface Mount 80A

• Combines switching and circuit protection into a single device*
• Clear, single lever operation
• Trip Free" design cannot be held "ON" during fault current condition
• Waterproof
• Recessed mounting holes for clean appearance
• Large Clearance around terminal studs accept heavy gauge wire lugs
• Robust 5/16 M8 terminals provide high torque connections
• Large lever with vertical/horizontal orientation provides indication of trip status
• Ignition protected - Safe for installation aboard gasoline powered boats
• Meets SAE J1171 external ignition protection requirements

* Do not use as a switch where high inrush currents are expected.

The Navico Group Blue Sea 187-Series 80 Amp Circuit Breaker, part number 7142-BSS, is a surface-mount device designed to integrate both circuit protection and switching functions. This unit is suitable for applications requiring a robust, waterproof circuit breaker with a clear trip status indication. It is engineered for environments where ignition protection is critical, meeting SAE J1171 external ignition protection requirements, making it safe for use in gasoline-powered boat installations. The thermally responsive bi-metal blade design ensures reliable fault current interruption. Its large 5/16 M8 terminals accommodate heavy gauge wire lugs and allow for high torque connections, facilitating secure installations. The 'Trip Free' design prevents the breaker from being held 'ON' during a fault condition, enhancing safety. This breaker is intended for DC systems up to 48V and offers an interrupt capacity of 5000A at 12V.