Blue Sea Systems 6010 Dual Circuit Battery Switch, 300 Amp, Red

The Blue Sea Systems 6010 is a Dual Circuit battery switch built to control two electrically isolated battery banks from a single compact unit. Unlike standard selector switches, the Dual Circuit design (used only on the 6010 and 55102 models) does not include a combine feature, so the positive and negative conductors of each bank stay electrically isolated at all times. This isolation is what allows the 6010 to safely disconnect the positive and negative conductors of a circuit simultaneously, something standard single-circuit selector switches should not be used for.

The switch is rated for 300 amps continuous at up to 32 volts DC and uses a make-before-break contact design so power is not interrupted while switching between battery banks. Tin-plated copper terminal studs are built as a single piece with enough length to accept multiple cable connections, and the copper contacts sit inside a red plastic housing rated IP66 for protection against dust and water. The switch is ignition protected, allowing installation in the engine room of gasoline-powered boats. A tactile switch face and removable knob help the user confirm switch position by feel and support locking out the switch during service.

Its compact footprint supports installation in tight spaces, and it can be mounted three ways: on the surface, flush-mounted, or from the rear of a panel, making it adaptable to a range of helm and engine compartment layouts.

Specifications

• Brand: Blue Sea Systems
• Manufacturer Part Number: 6010
• Switch Type: Dual Circuit
• Combine Feature: None (electrically isolated circuits)
• Operation Mode: ON-ON-OFF
• Number of Positions: 2
• Continuous Current Rating: 300 Amps
• Maximum Voltage: 32 Volts DC
• Contact Design: Make-before-break
• Contact Material: Copper
• Terminal Studs: Tin-plated copper, single piece
• Mounting Options: Surface, flush, or rear-of-panel mount
• Ignition Protection: Yes, rated for gasoline engine rooms
• Enclosure Rating: IP66
• Housing Material: Plastic
• Color: Red
• Dimensions: 7 x 4 x 4 inches
• Weight: 0.8 pounds
• Actuator Type: Removable knob
• Connector Type: Screw
• UPC: 632085060107

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Blue Sea Systems 6010 battery switch do? The 6010 is a Dual Circuit battery switch that controls two electrically isolated battery banks from one compact unit, allowing the positive and negative conductors of a circuit to be disconnected simultaneously.

Does the 6010 combine two battery banks together? No. The 6010 does not include a combine feature, so its two circuits remain electrically isolated from each other at all times, unlike combine-capable switches such as the Dual Circuit Plus.

What is the continuous amperage rating of the 6010 switch? The Blue Sea Systems 6010 is rated for 300 amps continuous at up to 32 volts DC.

What color is the 6010 battery switch? The 6010 has a red plastic housing.

What mounting options does the 6010 support? Three mounting methods are supported for the 6010: surface mount, flush mount, or mounting from the rear of a panel.

Is the 6010 battery switch safe to install in a gasoline engine room? Yes, the 6010 includes ignition protection, which allows it to be installed in the engine room of gasoline-powered boats.

What material is the 6010 switch housing made of? The housing is plastic with copper contacts, and the switch carries an IP66 rating for protection against dust and water.

How much does the Blue Sea Systems 6010 weigh? The 6010 weighs 0.8 pounds.

What are the terminal studs on the 6010 made of? The 6010 uses tin-plated copper terminal studs built as a single piece, sized to accept multiple cable connections.

How is the 6010 different from a Dual Circuit Plus switch? The 6010 Dual Circuit switch keeps two battery banks fully isolated with no combine option, while a Dual Circuit Plus switch such as the 11001 can also combine battery banks to all loads and should not be used to switch positive and negative conductors simultaneously.

What enclosure rating does the 6010 carry? The Blue Sea Systems 6010 carries an IP66 enclosure rating.

What are the dimensions of the 6010 battery switch? The 6010 measures 7 x 4 x 4 inches.