Blue Sea Systems Contura III Rocker Switch 8292, SPST Off-(On) Momentary, Black

The Blue Sea Systems Contura III rocker switch, part number 8292, is a single pole single throw (SPST) Off-(On) momentary switch built for marine electrical panels. In the momentary On position the circuit stays closed only while the rocker is held, then springs back to Off when released, making it suited to horn and windshield wiper circuits where a press-and-hold action is wanted. The switch is rated for 20 amps at 12 volts DC and 15 amps at 24 volts DC, covering the electrical loads found in typical boat 12V and 24V systems.

Housed in black plastic with stainless steel contacts, the 8292 is vibration, shock, thermoshock, moisture, and salt spray resistant, and carries an IP54 ingress protection rating for use in wet helm and cockpit locations. It meets UL 1500 and ISO 8846 external ignition protection requirements, the standard for switches installed near gasoline engines and fuel systems on board. The switch is a panel-mount design manufactured specifically to install into Blue Sea Systems water resistant Contura panels and Contura switch mounting panels, keeping a consistent look and water seal across a boat's switch panel.

Specifications

• Brand: Blue Sea Systems
• Manufacturer Part Number: 8292
• Switch Type: SPST (Single Pole Single Throw)
• Action: Off-(On) Momentary
• Max Operating Current: 20 Amps @ 12 Volts DC, 15 Amps @ 24 Volts DC
• Color: Black
• Material: Plastic
• Contact Material: Stainless Steel
• Ingress Protection Rating: IP54
• Certifications: UL 1500, ISO 8846
• Mounting Type: Panel Mount, for Contura Water Resistant Panels and Contura Switch Mounting Panels
• Dimensions: 2 x 5 x 3 inches
• Weight: 0.09 pounds
• UPC: 632085082925
• Typical Applications: Horn, Windshield Wipers

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Off-(On) mean on the Blue Sea Systems 8292 switch? Off-(On) is a momentary action: the switch stays in the Off position at rest, and the circuit only closes while the rocker is pressed and held, springing back to Off as soon as it is released. This is the action used on the Contura III switch 8292.

What is the current rating of the 8292 switch? The Blue Sea Systems 8292 is rated for 20 amps at 12 volts DC and 15 amps at 24 volts DC.

Is this a single pole or double pole switch? Part number 8292 is a single pole single throw (SPST) switch, meaning it controls one circuit through a single set of contacts.

What color is the Contura III switch 8292? It is black, with a plastic housing and stainless steel contacts.

Is the 8292 switch water resistant? Yes. The 8292 carries an IP54 ingress protection rating and is resistant to vibration, shock, thermoshock, moisture, and salt spray, making it suited to marine helm and cockpit environments.

Does the 8292 switch meet marine ignition protection standards? Yes, the Blue Sea Systems 8292 meets UL 1500 and ISO 8846 external ignition protection requirements, which is required for switches mounted near gasoline engines and fuel systems.

What panels does the 8292 switch mount into? The 8292 is manufactured to mount in Blue Sea Systems water resistant Contura panels and Contura switch mounting panels.

What is the 8292 switch commonly used for? The Off-(On) momentary SPST action on part 8292 is commonly used for horn circuits or windshield wiper controls where a press-and-hold function is needed.

How much does the 8292 switch weigh? The Blue Sea Systems 8292 weighs 0.09 pounds.

What are the dimensions of the 8292 switch? The Blue Sea Systems 8292 measures 2 x 5 x 3 inches.

What material are the switch contacts made of? The contacts on the 8292 Contura III switch are stainless steel.

Does the 8292 switch have an LED indicator? No, part number 8292 is a non-illuminated switch with no LED position light.