Blue Sea Systems 285 Series DC Cirucit Breaker - Surface Mount
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The Blue Sea Systems 285 Series DC Circuit Breaker (Surface Mount) provides medium-duty DC circuit protection with switching capability—designed for demanding marine and RV electrical systems where both switching and overcurrent protection are required.
Key Features
- Trip-free design—cannot be held closed after trip.
- Visible reset lever shows open condition.
- Surface-mount style circuit breaker.
- Drop-in replacement for 185-Series circuit breakers.
- Maximum operating voltage: 48 volts DC.
- Meets SAE J1171 external ignition protection requirements.
- IP67-rated protection against immersion up to 1 meter for 30 minutes.
Intended Use
- Marine DC electrical systems requiring a surface-mount DC circuit breaker.
- RV and off-grid DC power distribution requiring switching plus circuit protection.
- Battery and DC branch circuit protection where ignition-protected and immersion-rated components are desired.
Product Details
- Provide medium duty circuit protection for 25 to 200 amp loads when switching and circuit protection are both required.
- "Trip-free"—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.
- Product SKU: 661-7189.
- Product weight (variant): 45 grams.
Parts Desk Insights
Best Use Case: Use this breaker for DC branch and distribution circuits where you want a resettable overcurrent protection device that also serves as a switch, with visible status via the reset lever.
Common Issues: If the reset lever indicates an open condition after tripping, verify the fault/overload condition is cleared before resetting. Also confirm the breaker’s voltage rating and external ignition protection requirements match your installation requirements, and ensure the surface-mount location and wiring are per the system/diagram you’re using.
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Shipping information
In-stock and OEM parts: ship same or next business day.
Locally warehoused items: ship within 1-3 business days.
Special-order items: timeline confirmed after order.
Returns & warranty
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We stand firmly behind the quality of every product we sell. Your confidence matters to us — and we back it with a straightforward 30-Day Satisfaction Guarantee.
If you are not fully satisfied, you may request a return within 30 days of delivery. All returns must receive pre-approval prior to being sent back. Unauthorized returns will not be accepted.
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Item must be in new, unused condition
Product must be in its original packaging
All parts, components, hardware, manuals, and accessories must be included
Packaging must be undamaged and suitable for resale
Important:
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