Blue Sea Systems 285 Series DC Cirucit Breaker - Panel Mount
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The Blue Sea Systems 285 Series DC Circuit Breaker (panel mount) provides medium-duty circuit protection for DC loads when both switching and circuit breaker protection are required. It features a trip-free design and a visible reset lever for quick status checking.
Key Features
- Medium duty DC circuit protection for 25 to 200 amp loads when switching and circuit protection are both required.
- "Trip-free" design — cannot be held closed after trip.
- Visible reset lever shows open condition.
- Drop-in replacement for 185-Series circuit breakers.
- Maximum operating voltage: 48 volts DC.
- Meets SAE J1171 external ignition protection requirements.
- IP67-protected against immersion up to 1 meter for 30 minutes.
Intended Use
- Marine and recreational vehicle DC electrical distribution systems needing panel-mounted circuit protection.
- DC switching and overload protection circuits up to 48V DC (based on system design requirements).
Product Details
- Product: Blue Sea Systems 285 Series DC Cirucit Breaker - Panel Mount
- SKU: 661-7084
- Type: Panel-mount DC circuit breaker (switch + circuit protection).
- Trip-free operation: cannot be held closed after trip.
- Visible reset lever indicates open condition.
- Replacement: drop-in replacement for 185-Series circuit breakers.
- Maximum operating voltage: 48 volts DC.
- External ignition protection: meets SAE J1171 requirements.
- Ingress protection: IP67-protected against immersion up to 1 meter for 30 minutes.
- Included/packaging contents: not specified in the provided product data.
Parts Desk Insights
Best Use Case: Ideal for DC distribution where you want one component to handle both switching and protected interruption, while maintaining ignition protection suitability for gasoline-engine environments and providing quick visual indication when tripped.
Common Issues: Confirm the circuit breaker is installed for the correct DC voltage level and that the breaker’s mounting approach matches your panel layout. When troubleshooting repeated trips, verify load/inrush expectations and inspect for wiring faults or loose terminations, then use the visible reset lever state as a starting point for diagnosing whether the breaker is opening under load.
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Shipping information
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