Caframo Pali 400W Engine Compartment Heater, 9510CA-BBX, Ignition Protected, 1365 BTU Marine Bilge Heater

The Caframo Pali 400W Engine Compartment Heater (9510CA-BBX) extends the boating season by protecting an engine against surprise cold snaps prior to winterization. Built around a self-regulating PTC heating element, the Pali cannot overheat, and the unit is fully compliant with UL and CSA safety standards for use in the marine engine compartment. An internal hermetically sealed thermostat automatically turns the heater on when the compartment drops to 45 degrees Fahrenheit (7 degrees Celsius) and off once it reaches 65 degrees Fahrenheit (18 degrees Celsius), so the heater runs only when needed. The Pali continuously protects up to an 80 ft3 engine compartment down to -4 degrees Fahrenheit (-20 degrees Celsius) outside ambient temperature.

Dual airflow redundancy uses two fans so a single fan failure does not leave the compartment unprotected, and omnidirectional airflow discharge distributes warmth evenly throughout the space via impinged air technology. The heater mounts with a quick release bracket for fast installation and removal, and its compact design fits most engine compartments. Because the design meets ignition protection guidelines and standards, it can be safely operated in the presence of marine fuel vapors. Boat owners get a more reliable, uniform way to keep an engine compartment above freezing during cold weather storage without the corrosion risk of moisture buildup.

Specifications

• Brand: Caframo
• Manufacturer Part Number: 9510CA-BBX
• Product Line: Pali
• Dimensions: 5 inches H x 9 inches W x 5 inches D
• Weight: 6.22 pounds
• UPC: 062503951005
• Power: 400 Watts
• Heat Output: 1365 BTU
• Voltage: 120 Volts AC
• Amperage: 3.4 Amps
• Heating Element: Self-regulating PTC ceramic element
• Thermostat Activation: On at 45 degrees Fahrenheit (7 degrees Celsius), off at 65 degrees Fahrenheit (18 degrees Celsius)
• Heating Coverage: Up to 80 cubic feet engine compartment
• Minimum Outside Ambient Rating: -4 degrees Fahrenheit (-20 degrees Celsius)
• Color: Black
• Mounting: Quick release mounting bracket, wall mount
• Certifications: Ignition protected, UL and CSA compliant
• Included Components: Quick release bracket

Fitment

Universal fit for marine engine compartments up to 80 ft3; not model-specific.

Replaces (OEM)

No OEM cross-reference numbers are listed for this part.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Caframo Pali 400W Engine Compartment Heater used for? The Caframo Pali 9510CA-BBX heats a boat's engine compartment during cold weather storage to help prevent freeze damage prior to winterization, protecting up to an 80 cubic foot compartment down to -4 degrees Fahrenheit outside ambient temperature.

Is the Pali engine compartment heater safe to use around fuel vapors? Yes, the 9510CA-BBX meets ignition protection guidelines and standards and is compliant with UL and CSA safety standards, allowing it to be used safely in the marine engine compartment.

At what temperature does the heater turn on and off? An internal hermetically sealed thermostat in the Caframo Pali heater activates the unit at 45 degrees Fahrenheit (7 degrees Celsius) and shuts it off at 65 degrees Fahrenheit (18 degrees Celsius).

Can the Pali heater overheat? No, the Pali 400W heater (9510CA-BBX) uses a self-regulating PTC heating element that cannot overheat, so it operates safely without a separate overheat cutoff switch.

What are the dimensions and weight of the Caframo Pali heater? The Caframo Pali 9510CA-BBX measures 5 inches high by 9 inches wide by 5 inches deep and weighs 6.22 pounds.

How much power does the Pali engine compartment heater draw? The Pali heater runs on 400 watts at 120 volts AC, drawing 3.4 amps, and produces 1365 BTU of heat output.

How large a space will this heater protect? The 9510CA-BBX continuously protects an engine compartment of up to 80 cubic feet, keeping it above freezing even when outside ambient temperature drops to -4 degrees Fahrenheit.

How is the Pali heater mounted in the boat? It installs with an included quick release mounting bracket, which allows the Caframo Pali heater to be wall mounted in the engine compartment and removed quickly when needed.

Does the heater have more than one fan for reliability? Yes, the Caframo Pali 9510CA-BBX uses dual airflow redundancy with two fans, so a single fan failure does not leave the compartment without heat, and airflow is discharged omnidirectionally for even heat distribution.

What color is the Caframo Pali engine compartment heater? The 9510CA-BBX is black in color.

Are there OEM cross-reference numbers for this heater? No OEM cross-reference or replacement part numbers are listed for the Caframo Pali 9510CA-BBX; it is identified by its own manufacturer part number.

What is included with the Pali heater? The Caframo Pali 9510CA-BBX ships with the heater unit and a quick release mounting bracket for installation.