Overview

The Blue Sea Systems 1193 is a horizontal 120V AC shore power panel with a 30A double pole ELCI main breaker and four 15A branch breakers already installed. It combines main shore power protection and branch circuit distribution in one panel, with a 30 mA leakage trip level at the ELCI main breaker for whole-boat shore power protection.

This panel is laid out for boats that need a compact AC distribution point without giving up clear status indication. The face includes a red reverse polarity LED, backlit label positions, and ON indicator LEDs, so routine checks are easier in a cabin, galley, utility space, or electrical locker. Overall size is 9.25 in wide, 4.75 in high, and 3.99 in deep.

For buyers comparing panel options, the key point here is that this is not just a branch panel. It is a five-position horizontal panel that starts with a 30A ELCI main and then adds four protected branch circuits, which makes it a practical fit for boats running a straightforward 120V AC shore power setup.

Key features

• 30A double pole ELCI main breaker for 120V AC shore power systems
• 30 mA leakage trip protection at the main breaker, along with overcurrent protection
• Four 15A single pole branch breakers installed for downstream AC circuits
• Red reverse polarity LED for a quick visual check when connecting to shore power
• Backlit circuit label positions and ON indicator LEDs for easier reading in low light
• Horizontal five-position layout that groups the main and branch circuits on one panel face

Compatibility and fit

This panel belongs in a 120V AC shore power system built around a 30A main service. The installed breaker mix suits boats with a modest number of branch circuits, where the AC loads are split across four 15A branches and protected at the panel rather than by separate branch hardware elsewhere.

Before ordering, confirm the available panel space against the horizontal format and the overall dimensions. It is also worth checking that your electrical plan calls for an ELCI main at the panel, since that function is built into the main breaker on this unit and is a core part of how it is used on board.

Installation and use

The panel includes a square-format AC label set, which helps when finishing the circuit schedule after wiring. That makes it easier to leave each branch clearly marked for day-to-day use and later service, especially on boats where shore power loads are shared between outlets, chargers, water heating, or similar AC equipment.

This is a good match for cruisers, sailboats, and small to mid-size powerboats that need shore power protection and branch distribution in one place. It works best in installations where the owner or installer wants a clean horizontal layout, clear status lights, and a panel that already includes the main breaker and four branch breakers.

What’s included

• One 30A double pole ELCI main circuit breaker
• Four 15A A-Series flat rocker single pole branch circuit breakers
• 4206 AC panel basic square format label set