Blue Sea Systems 7246 Single Pole AC/DC Toggle Circuit Breaker, 60 Amp, White

The Blue Sea Systems 7246 is a single pole toggle circuit breaker rated for 60 Amps, built to provide overcurrent protection on both AC and DC marine electrical circuits. It combines a manual on/off switch with circuit protection in one compact white housing, so it can serve as a disconnect switch and a breaker at the same time. The breaker is Trip Free, meaning it cannot be held closed after it trips, which keeps the protected circuit safe even if someone holds the toggle in the on position during an overload.

With a maximum voltage rating of 250V AC / 80V DC and an interrupt capacity of up to 10,000 Amps at 80V DC, the 7246 is commonly used to protect inverters, bow thrusters, and windlasses, as well as general 120/240V AC and DC branch circuits aboard a boat. It is rated for 10,000 switching cycles at its rated amps and volts, and operates reliably across a wide temperature range from -40 F up to 185 F. The breaker terminates on 6-32 screws for standard marine wire connections.

Specifications

• Brand: Blue Sea Systems
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7246
• Current Rating: 60 Amps
• Number of Poles: 1
• Color: White
• Circuit Breaker Type: Toggle, Trip Free
• Max Voltage: 250V AC / 80V DC
• Nominal Operating Voltage: 120/240V AC
• Interrupt Capacity: 5,000 Amps @ 125V AC, 5,000 Amps @ 250V AC, 10,000 Amps @ 80V DC
• Switching Cycles: 10,000 cycles at rated amps and volts
• Minimum Operating Temperature: -40 F (-40 C)
• Maximum Operating Temperature: 185 F (85 C)
• Terminal Screw Size: 6-32
• Mounting Dimension: 19.05 mm
• Mounting Type: Surface Mount
• Weight: 0.36 pounds
• UPC: 632085072469

Frequently Asked Questions

What amperage is the Blue Sea Systems 7246 rated for? The Blue Sea Systems 7246 is rated for 60 Amps and is built as a single pole toggle circuit breaker.

Does the 7246 work on both AC and DC circuits? Yes, the 7246 is rated for 120/240V AC nominal operation and up to 80V DC, with a maximum voltage rating of 250V AC / 80V DC, making it suitable for both AC and DC marine circuits at 60 Amps.

What does Trip Free mean on this circuit breaker? Trip Free means the 7246 cannot be held closed after it trips on an overload, so the toggle cannot override the protection even if someone holds it in the on position.

What is the interrupt capacity of the 7246? The 7246 has an interrupt capacity of 5,000 Amps at 125V AC, 5,000 Amps at 250V AC, and 10,000 Amps at 80V DC.

How many poles does the 7246 breaker have? The 7246 is a single pole (1 pole) circuit breaker, as opposed to Blue Sea Systems double or triple pole versions used for AC main or branch circuits switching multiple lines at once.

What is the operating temperature range for the 7246? The 7246 operates from a minimum of -40 F (-40 C) up to a maximum of 185 F (85 C).

How much does the 7246 circuit breaker weigh? The Blue Sea Systems 7246 weighs 0.36 pounds.

What color is the 7246 breaker housing? The 7246 has a white housing, matching the standard color used across this Blue Sea Systems circuit breaker line.

What size terminal screws does the 7246 use? The 7246 terminates on 6-32 terminal screws for standard marine wire connections.

What is the 7246 typically used to protect on a boat? The 60 Amp 7246 breaker is commonly used to provide overcurrent protection for inverters, bow thrusters, and windlasses, as well as general AC and DC branch circuits.

How many switching cycles is the 7246 rated for? The 7246 is rated for 10,000 switching cycles at its rated amps and volts.

Can the 7246 be used as a manual disconnect switch as well as a breaker? Yes, the 7246 combines a manual toggle switch with overcurrent protection in one device, so it can be switched off manually in addition to tripping automatically on overload.