Overview

This Blue Sea Systems toggle panel switch range is a set of panel-mounted toggle switches for boat electrical panels where switching is needed separately from circuit protection. The range covers SPST, SPDT, DPST, and DPDT pole and throw layouts, with maintained and momentary actions available for circuits such as bilge pumps, horns, wipers, generator starts, and engine controls.

Each switch in this range is rated up to 15A at 125V AC, 10A at 250V AC, and 15A at 32V DC, making it suitable for common AC and DC control duties when wired with correctly sized conductors and overcurrent protection. The switches mount in A-Series toggle circuit breaker apertures and can also be fitted in a standard 5/8 inch circuit breaker mounting hole using the supplied adapter.

The construction uses nickel-plated brass with phenolic components, a practical choice for marine panels that may see humidity, vibration, and regular handling. These switches are a good match for refits, custom panels, and replacement work where the boat already has proper circuit protection and the panel needs a clean toggle control point.

Key features

• Available in SPST, SPDT, DPST, and DPDT configurations for matching the switch layout to the circuit being controlled.
• Maintained and momentary switch actions support simple ON-OFF control, two-position selection, and spring-return control tasks.
• Rated 15A at 125V AC, 10A at 250V AC, and 15A at 32V DC for use in properly protected marine electrical systems.
• Fits A-Series toggle circuit breaker apertures for clean integration into compatible Blue Sea Systems panel layouts.
• Supplied mounting adapter allows installation in a standard 5/8 inch circuit breaker mounting hole.
• Nickel-plated brass and phenolic construction helps the switch hold up in damp marine panel locations.
• Useful for generator starters, bilge pump control, horns, wipers, engine controls, and other circuits that need more than a basic ON-OFF switch.

Variants

The range varies by switch configuration and pole and throw layout. The switch configuration defines the handle positions and whether any position is momentary, while the pole and throw layout defines how many circuits the switch can control and how those circuits are routed.

Across the listed variants, the confirmed common specifications include the same maximum amperage ratings, the same 0.08 lb weight, A-Series toggle circuit breaker aperture mounting, the supplied adapter for a standard 5/8 inch mounting hole, and nickel-plated brass with phenolic construction.

Installation and setup

These switches are intended for panel mounting, not standalone exposed mounting. They work well in helm panels, cabin electrical panels, console panels, and other protected locations where the operator needs clear manual control of a circuit.

Use the pole and throw configuration to match the wiring task before cutting or reworking a panel. SPST is used for simple single-circuit switching, SPDT is used where one circuit can be routed between two outputs, DPST switches two circuits together, and DPDT supports two-pole changeover wiring. Parentheses in the switch action indicate a momentary spring-return position.

Electrical and system integration

These toggle switches do not replace fuses or circuit breakers. They are meant to control loads in systems where the circuit already has suitable overcurrent protection. The 32V DC rating makes them suitable for many 12V and 24V boat DC systems, provided the load current stays within the switch rating and the installation follows normal marine wiring practice.

For pumps, horns, wipers, engine controls, and similar equipment, the correct variant depends on whether the circuit needs a maintained position, a momentary function, or both. The momentary options are especially useful where the operator should hold the switch only while the function is active.

What’s included

• Toggle panel switch
• Mounting adapter for standard 5/8 inch circuit breaker mounting hole