Marine Battery Selector Switch (1-2-Both-Off)

Perko Marine

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MSRP: $99.49
$47.22
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SKU:
PKO-8501DP
UPC:
085226559471
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Product Overview

Battery Selector Switch

Take command of your boat's electrical system with the Perko Marine Battery Selector Switch. This robust and reliable switch offers seamless battery management, allowing you to effortlessly switch between battery banks for starting, running accessories, or charging. Ensure reliable starts, extend battery life, and gain peace of mind knowing you have a backup power source readily available with this essential piece of marine electrical equipment. Its ignition-protected design ensures safe operation even in potentially hazardous environments like engine compartments.

Key Features

  • **Effortless Battery Selection:** Switch between battery banks 1, 2, and ALL for starting, accessories, or charging.
  • **Reliable Performance:** 250 AMPS continuous and 360 AMPS intermittent capacity ensures smooth operation of even high-draw devices.
  • **Ignition Protected:** Safe for installation in gasoline engine compartments, providing enhanced safety and peace of mind.
  • **Durable Construction:** Polycarbonate body and brass terminals stand up to the harsh marine environment for years of reliable service.
  • **Easy Installation:** The traditional Perko bolt circle simplifies installation, whether as a new addition or a replacement for an existing switch.
  • **Alternator Field Disconnect:** Protects non-unitized alternators from damage if the switch is accidentally turned off while the engine is running.
  • **Versatile Compatibility:** Supports 6 to 32 Volt marine electrical systems, offering broad compatibility with a wide range of boats.

Specifications

Diameter5-1/4 square inches
Depth2-5/8"
BodyPolycarbonate
TerminalsBrass
Voltage6 to 32 Volt
Capacity250 AMPS Continuous, 360 AMPS 5 Mins. Intermittent
Terminal Stud Size5/16"
Alternator Field DisconnectWhen used with Non-Unitized Alternators, these models will interrupt the field current (reducing the possibility of damage) if turned "OFF" with the engine running.

The Captain's Take

After years on the water, I've learned the hard way that a reliable battery switch is non-negotiable. The Perko Marine Battery Selector Switch is the gold standard. Its solid construction and smooth action give me confidence I can always count on a quick start, no matter the situation. The alternator field disconnect feature is a real lifesaver for my older engines, preventing costly alternator damage. If you're serious about your boat's electrical reliability, this switch is a must-have.

Warranty Information

FIVE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY PERKO, INC. (PERKO) warrants to the original consumer-purchaser that PERKO’S consumer products will be free from defective materials or workmanship, and that the PERKOPLATE/PERKO•KOTE Finish will remain corrosion-free under normal use and service, for a period of five (5) years from the original purchase date. Products installed as original equipment by a boat builder or manufacturer are limited to one (1) year or the duration of the manufacturer’s general accessory warranty, whichever is longer.

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