The Blue Sea 285-Series 40A Thermal Circuit Breaker Panel Mount from Nomadic Supply Company® is a single-pole, 40A thermal bi-metal circuit breaker for panel mounting in marine and vehicle electrical systems.
Blue Sea 285-Series 40A Thermal Circuit Breaker Panel Mount (7082-BSS) Features:
- Drop in replacement for 185-Series Circuit Breakers
- Visible reset lever shows open condition
- Ignition protected – Safe for installation aboard gasoline powered boats
- Meets SAE J1171 external ignition protection requirements
- Weather Resistant
- Combines switching and circuit breaker function into one unit*
- “Trip Free” – cannot be held closed after trip
* Do not use as a switch where high inrush currents are expected
Blue Sea 285-Series 40A Thermal Circuit Breaker Panel Mount (7082-BSS) Specifications:
| Amperage | 40A |
| Maximum Voltage | 48V DC |
| Mounting | Surface Mount |
| Circuit Breaker Type | Thermally responsive Bi-metal blade |
| Terminal Stud Torque | 60 in-lb (6.78 Nm) |
| Interrupt Capacity | 3000A @ 48V |
| Minimum Operating Temperature | -40° C |
| Maximum Operating Temperature | 85° C |
| Circuit Breaker Class | Type III – switchable/manual reset – trip free |
| Terminal Stud | M6 (accepts 1/4″ Ring Terminal) |








