Perko 9601DP Battery Disconnect Switch, Red, On-Off Medium Duty, Ignition Protected

The Perko 9601DP is a medium duty on-off battery disconnect switch from the Perko 9601-9604 Series, one of the most widely used battery switch lines built. It is designed to isolate the battery from the boat's electrical system with a simple two-position on-off control, making it easy to shut down power for storage, service, or safety. As an ignition protected switch, the 9601DP can be installed in the engine rooms of gasoline powered boats. The switch uses Perko's traditional bolt circle mounting pattern, which keeps installation straightforward and allows the switch to be mounted in numerous locations aboard the boat. The housing is red for quick visual identification at the helm or in the engine compartment, and the switch body is plastic with brass contacts for the current-carrying connections. Electrical connections are made via a clamp-style connector. For installations using larger cables, an optional spacer ring (PN 0462DP0RED) is available separately to accommodate the larger cable connections. The 9601-9604 Series shares its footprint with Perko's Compact Disconnect Switches (9611 and 9612 Series), so buyers who want the same mounting pattern in a smaller footprint have that option, while the 9601DP remains the standard medium duty choice for straightforward battery isolation.

Specifications

• Brand: Perko
• Manufacturer Part Number: 9601DP
• Product Series: 9601-9604 Series (Medium Duty Disconnect Switches)
• Switch Type: On-Off
• Number of Positions: 2
• Ignition Protection: Ignition protected, suitable for engine rooms of gasoline powered boats
• Color: Red
• Current Rating: 250 Amps
• Operating Voltage: 50 Volts
• Connector Type: Clamp
• Material: Plastic housing with brass contacts
• Mounting Type: Bulkhead or wall mount, traditional Perko bolt circle
• Item Dimensions: 8 x 6 x 3 inches
• Weight: 0.79 pounds
• UPC: 085226560286

Fitment

Universal medium duty battery disconnect switch suitable for gasoline powered boats; not restricted to a specific make, model, or engine.

Replaces (OEM)

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Perko 9601DP used for? The 9601DP is a medium duty on-off battery disconnect switch used to isolate a boat's battery from its electrical system, part of Perko's 9601-9604 Series of switches.

Is the 9601DP safe to install in a gasoline engine room? Yes, the Perko 9601DP is an ignition protected switch, which means it can be installed in the engine rooms of gasoline powered boats.

What is the current and voltage rating of this switch? The Perko 9601DP is rated for 250 amps at 50 volts.

What color is the 9601DP switch? The 9601DP has a red housing, which is the color designation reflected in its part number.

How much does the Perko 9601DP weigh? The Perko 9601DP battery disconnect switch weighs 0.79 pounds.

What are the dimensions of the switch? The 9601DP measures approximately 8 x 6 x 3 inches.

What material is the 9601DP made of? The switch has a plastic housing with brass contacts for the current-carrying connections.

Can the 9601DP handle larger battery cables? Yes, an optional spacer ring, PN 0462DP0RED, is available separately and allows the 9601DP to accommodate larger cables.

How is the 9601DP mounted? The 9601DP uses Perko's traditional bolt circle mounting pattern, allowing it to be mounted in numerous locations on the boat.

What type of electrical connection does the 9601DP use? The 9601DP uses a clamp-style connector for its electrical connections.

How many positions does the switch have? The Perko 9601DP is a two-position on-off switch.

What is the difference between the 9601DP and Perko's Compact Disconnect Switches? The 9601DP (9601-9604 Series) is a medium duty switch, while Perko's Compact Disconnect Switches (9611 and 9612 Series) use the same traditional Perko footprint in a more compact design; both are ignition protected and mount using the same bolt pattern.