Blue Sea Systems 6008 m-Series Mini 3-Position Battery Switch, Red

The Blue Sea Systems 6008 is a compact m-Series Mini battery switch built to manage a single battery connected to a single load group aboard a boat. Its small footprint and three available mounting options (surface, flush, or rear-of-panel mounting) let it fit into tight helm stations or engine room panels where space is limited. The switch includes an emergency combine feature that lets you draw power from both batteries during engine starting or when running essential electronics, which is useful if one battery bank runs low. A make-before-break contact design allows switching between battery banks without a power interruption, helping maintain continuity to connected loads during the transition.

Because it carries ignition protection, the 6008 is suitable for mounting in the engine room of gasoline-powered boats, including locations that require ignition-protected components. The switch face has a tactile surface, and the knob is removable, which supports safe operation in low-light conditions and helps prevent unintended power flow while servicing the electrical system. The terminal studs are tin-plated copper, built as a single piece, and sized to accept multiple cable connections while keeping the fastening secure. The switch is finished in red and rated for a 300 amp continuous load per circuit, making it a straightforward option for basic single-battery, single-load-group control on boats.

Specifications

• Brand: Blue Sea Systems
• Manufacturer Part Number: 6008
• Product Name: m-Series Mini Battery Switch
• Number of Positions: 3 (OFF-NONE-ON)
• Continuous Rating: 300 Amps per circuit
• Operating Voltage: 48 Volts DC
• Switch/Actuator Type: Rotary
• Contact Design: Make-before-break
• Mounting Options: Surface, flush, or rear-of-panel mount
• Terminal Studs: Tin-plated copper, single-piece construction
• Ignition Protection: Yes, suitable for gasoline engine rooms
• Regulatory: CE marked, ISO 8846, UL Listed (UL 1107), meets ABYC standards
• Color: Red
• Material: Plastic housing
• Item Dimensions: 7 x 4 x 4 inches
• Weight: 0.77 pounds
• UPC: 632085060084
• Warranty: Lifetime

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Blue Sea Systems 6008 battery switch do? It manages power flow from a single battery to a single load group, letting you turn the connection OFF or ON, with a combine position to draw from both batteries for engine starting or essential loads.

Is the 6008 safe to mount in a gasoline engine room? Yes, the 6008 includes ignition protection, so it can be installed in the engine room of gasoline-powered boats in locations that require ignition-protected components.

How many amps can the 6008 handle continuously? 300 amps per circuit on a continuous basis, which is the rating that applies to the Blue Sea Systems 6008 Mini battery switch.

What voltage is the 6008 rated for? The 6008 is rated for 48 volts DC operation.

What mounting options does the 6008 support? Three mounting methods are available: surface mount, flush mount, or rear-of-panel mount, which makes the 6008 adaptable to different helm or engine room layouts.

Does switching battery banks on the 6008 interrupt power? No, the 6008 uses a make-before-break contact design, so power is not interrupted while switching between battery banks.

What are the terminal connections like on the 6008? The Blue Sea Systems 6008 uses tin-plated copper terminal studs built as a single piece, sized to accept multiple cable connections while keeping fastening secure.

What color does the 6008 come in? The 6008 is finished in red.

What are the dimensions and weight of the 6008? The 6008 measures 7 x 4 x 4 inches and weighs 0.77 pounds.

Can the knob be removed on the 6008 for security? Yes, the knob on the 6008 is removable, which helps prevent unintended power flow while servicing the boat's electrical system.

What regulatory standards does the 6008 meet? The 6008 is CE marked, meets ISO 8846, is UL Listed under UL 1107 for electric power switches, and meets American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) requirements.

What warranty comes with the 6008 battery switch? The Blue Sea Systems 6008 carries a lifetime warranty.