Description
Blue Sea 7650 Add-a-Battery | Boat Supply Store
For vessels requiring independent management of engine and house battery banks, this integrated system automates charging and provides critical redundancy. It combines a Dual Circuit Plus™ Battery Switch, capable of isolating circuits and combining banks for emergency starts, with a 120 Amp SI ACR for continuous, automated charging of both batteries. This solution is essential for offshore fishing platforms needing reliable power for electronics and dependable engine starting in challenging conditions.
Key Features
- Isolates engine and house circuits with the Dual Circuit Plus™ Battery Switch.
- Automates battery charging via the integrated SI ACR.
- Simplifies dual battery management into a single, consolidated unit.
- Enables emergency engine starting by combining battery banks.
- Provides a complete two-battery bank management solution.
- Ensures reliable operation of electrical systems.
- Reduces complexity in boat electrical wiring.
- Protects sensitive house circuits from engine starting loads.
Specifications
| Product Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Battery Switch Type | Dual Circuit Plus™ |
| ACR Type | SI ACR (Solenoid-Interlock Automatic Charging Relay) |
| ACR Amperage Rating | 120 Amp |
| Supported Battery Banks | 2 |
| Switch Functionality | Combines banks for emergency starting, isolates circuits |
| Charging Automation | Yes |
Who This Is For
Boaters operating a two-battery bank system who seek to streamline charging processes and ensure robust engine starting capabilities. It is ideal for users wanting automated battery management without sacrificing essential circuit isolation.
How It Compares
| Feature | Blue Sea 7650 Add-a-Battery | ACR only |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated Battery Switch and ACR | Yes | No |
| Automatic Charging Relay (ACR) | Yes (120A SI ACR) | Yes |
| Battery Banks Supported | 2 | 2 |
| Amperage Rating (ACR) | 120A | 300A continuous |
Common Concerns Answered
Is the 120A ACR rating sufficient for all charging needs?
The 120A rating is suitable for most standard dual-battery setups; however, users with extremely high-demand charging systems or exceptionally large battery banks requiring rapid replenishment might find this amperage limit a consideration.
Are there any common wiring complexities with this unit?
While the integration simplifies the overall system, advanced or non-standard electrical configurations may require careful review of the manual to ensure precise wiring. Consulting the provided manual URL is recommended for complex installations.
What if my charging needs exceed 120 Amps?
For scenarios demanding charging currents above 120A, separate, higher-amperage ACR units and battery switches may be necessary. This unit is optimized for robust, standard dual-battery operation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Blue Sea 7650 Add-a-Battery system?
The Blue Sea 7650 Add-a-Battery is an integrated marine electrical component that combines a battery switch and an automatic charging relay (ACR) to manage two battery banks efficiently.
How does the Blue Sea 7650 automate battery charging?
The system utilizes its integrated 120 Amp SI ACR, which automatically senses when the engine battery is being charged and connects it to the house battery bank, thus automating the charging process for both.
What is the purpose of the Dual Circuit Plus™ Battery Switch in the 7650?
The Dual Circuit Plus™ Battery Switch allows you to isolate your engine battery from your house battery bank, preventing the house loads from draining the starting battery, and can also combine both banks for emergency engine starting.
Can the 7650 be used with different types of marine batteries?
The Blue Sea 7650 is designed to work with standard marine battery types, including flooded, AGM, and gel batteries, provided they are of similar type and capacity within each bank for optimal performance.
What is the amperage rating of the SI ACR in the 7650?
The Solenoid-Interlock Automatic Charging Relay (SI ACR) integrated into the Blue Sea 7650 has an amperage rating of 120 Amps.
