Blue Sea 7142 187 - Series Thermal Circuit Breaker - 80Amp [7142]

The 187-Series Thermal Circuit Breakers are surface mount and come with an 80 Amp capacity. Product number is 7142. Key features include: Combining switching and circuit protection in one device. All components meet SAE J1171 external ignition protection requirements, ensuring safety on gasoline-powered boats. It has a clear single-lever operation, and a 'Trip Free' design that won't stay 'ON' during a fault current. It's waterproof, with recessed mounting holes for a clean look. Large clearance around terminal studs can accept heavy gauge wire lugs, and the robust 5/16 terminals provide high torque connections. The large lever with vertical/horizontal orientation shows the trip status. Specifications: Circuit Breaker Class is Type III - Switchable / Manual Reset - Trip Free. It uses a thermally responsive bi-metal blade, and the case is made of thermoset polyester. Voltage rating is 48 Volts DC maximum, with different interrupt ratings at various voltages. Operating temperature range is -25°C to +82°C. Warning: This product can expose you to chemicals like di(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate (dehp), known in California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. More info at P65Warnings.ca.gov. Amperage is 80a, box dimensions are 2'H x 3'W x 5'L and it weighs 0.7 lbs. UPC is 632085171421.

Using this Blue Sea 7142 80Amp 187-Series Thermal Circuit Breaker is easy. First, find a suitable surface to mount it. The recessed mounting holes make it look neat when installed. Connect the heavy gauge wire lugs to the terminal studs, which have plenty of clearance. The large lever shows whether it's tripped or not. You can use it in vertical or horizontal orientation. Remember, it's waterproof, so it can handle some moisture. But be aware of the temperature range. It works best between -25°C and +82°C. If it trips, it's a 'Trip Free' design, so it won't stay 'ON' during a fault current. Just reset it manually. Also, this product contains chemicals that can be harmful, so follow the warning and check P65Warnings.ca.gov for more information. For maintenance, just keep it clean and make sure the connections are tight. That's all you need to do to keep this circuit breaker working well.