Ignition and Ingress Protected Circuit Protection for Safe Boating
Importance of Proper DC Circuit Protection on Boats
Electrical shorts in DC circuits are all too often the cause of fires on boats. It is therefore extremely important to ensure that the electrical systems of marine craft are sufficiently and reliably protected with the correct circuit protection devices. Best practices and American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) standards dictate that circuit protection devices are required for every positive wire in a boat’s DC main power distribution system. Excluded from this rule are wires used for transporting starting currents. When designing circuit protection for marine craft, keeping sparks and flammable vapors separated is an important factor to consider. OptiFuse offers many ignition-protected fuses and circuit breakers required in all spaces containing fuel tanks, gas-powered equipment, and other locations where gas fumes might waft. See how our products can help boost the safety of your fleets while protecting your bottom line.
Ignition-Protected Fuses and Circuit Breakers for Hazardous Areas
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High Amperage Heavy Duty Circuit Breakers provide battery and alternator protection while reducing the risk of dangerous fires from short circuits.
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NEW Mid Range Circuit Breakers offer waterproof and marine rated protection to up to 60A accessory applications.
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Marine Grade 10-32 Stud Circuit Breakers are offered with a plastic, anti-corrosive body that boosts longevity in marine craft.
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CBW Circuit Breakers are typically found on boat panels with a waterproof boot or conveniently installed in our new blocks.
- NEW Ignition Protected Bolt-On Fuses with silver-plated blades for corrosion resistance.
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Blade Style Fuses are effective for lower current applications such as a boat’s phone, horn, VHF or GPS. 58VDC High Voltage versions available.
- In-Line Fuse Holders offer a space-saving mounting solution for Blade Style Fuses. They are often used to protect individual add-on electrical accessories.
- Fuse Blocks reduce the space required for multiple circuit protection devices. In-Line Fuse Holders offer a space-saving mounting solution for Blade Style Fuses. They are often used to protect individual add-on electrical accessories.
- NEW Class T Fuses with fast short-circuit response ideal to protect inverters. They meet ABYC requirements for DC main circuit protection on large battery banks.
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When designing a boat’s circuit protection strategy, trust OptiFuse’s ignition-protected fuses and circuit breakers to reduce the chances of dangerous fires.