The Blue Sea 7040 187 Series 60A Panel Mount Thermal Circuit BreakerfromNomadic Supply Company®provides circuit protection for 90A loads when switching and circuit protection are both required.NOTE: Do not use the Blue Sea 7040 187 Series 60A Panel Mount Thermal Circuit Breaker as a switch where high inrush currents are expected.
Blue Sea 187-Series 60A Thermal Circuit Breaker Panel Mount (7040-BSS) Features:
- Combines switching and circuit protection into a single device
- All components meet SAE J1171 external ignition protection requirements
- Clear, single lever operation
- “Trip Free” design cannot be held “ON” during fault current condition
- Waterproof
- Recessed mounting holes for clean appearance
- Self-trimming case eliminates the need for mounting panels or trim bezels
- Round case permits easy installation with standard sized hole saw
- Large clearance around terminal studs accept heavy gauge wire lugs
- Robust 5/16 terminals provide high torque connections
- Large lever with vertical/horizontal orientation provides indication of trip status
- Ignition protected – safe for installation aboard gasoline powered boats
Blue Sea 187-Series 60A Thermal Circuit Breaker Panel Mount (7040-BSS) Specifications:
| Amperage | 60A |
| Maximum Voltage | 48vDC |
| Mounting | Panel Mount |
| Circuit Breaker Type | Thermally responsive Bi-metal blade |
| Terminal Stud Torque | 75 in-lb (8.47 Nm) |
| Interrupt Capacity | 5000A @ 12V 3000A @ 24V 1500A @ 42V |
| Minimum Operating Temperature | -40° C |
| Maximum Operating Temperature | 85° C |
| Case Material | Thermoset Polyester |
| Circuit Breaker Class | Type III – switchable/manual reset – trip free |
| Mounting Hole | Accept 10 (M5) Screw |
| Terminal Stud Size | 5/16″ – 18 |








