Blue Sea L-Series Solenoid – 250A 12/24V

The Blue Sea L Series Solenoid, Model 9012 250A 12/24V is ideal for switching DC subpanels, thrusters, windlass, inverters and other medium-amp DC loads. L-Series Solenoid Switches are remotely activated using a low amp switch and smaller gauge wire.FeaturesContinous duty, SPST – Normally OpenHermetically sealed contacts / vaporproofIgnition protected – safe for installation aboard gasoline powered boats450 Amp ClassActivated by a low amperage ON-OFF switch mounted anywhereCoil control circuit minimizes heating and amperage drawNo external coil suppression requiredSpecificationsControl Circuit Voltage: 9-36V DC (12/24V nominal)Contact Voltage: 800V DCAmperage Operating Current continuous: 0.13A @ 12 V, 0.07A @ 24 VAmperage Operating Current when changing state: 3.6ATerminal Stud: M8 (accepts 5/16″ terminals)Terminal Stud Torque: 90 in-lb (10.17 Nm) maxContinuous Rating: 250A, 300A, 400A, 450AIntermittent Rating: 275A (5 min), 400A (5 min), 500A (5 min), 600A (5 min)Cranking Rating 30 sec: 1,000AContact Form: SPST-NOInrush Rating: 0.25 sec (10 repeats): 2000AMounting Screw: #10 or M5Stud Material: Stainless SteelTerminal Stud Length: 0.66in (16.76 mm)Control Circuit Connection: 20 AWG Tinned WireWeight: 1.00lb (0.45 kg)Tech Tip- Solenoid Switch vs Remote Battery SwitchSolenoid Switch: An electronic switch with no manual control,for circuits where a manual battery disconnect is offeredelsewhere in the circuit.Remote Battery Switch: A solenoid or relay with a manualcontrol switch allowing for switching if control circuitis compromised and for service lockout.