Bep Marine 701-720 Key Switch Panel

BEP MARINE 701-720 Key Switch Panel | Secure Engine Control & Modular Design

Category: Electronics
Subcategory: Electrical connections

Secure your vessel´s engine and electrical systems with the BEP MARINE 701-720 Key Switch Panel, a cornerstone of the renowned Contour 1000 series. Engineered for reliability and designed for the modern helm, this panel provides robust, key-operated control over your boat´s ignition system. It is the ideal solution for boat builders and owners seeking a professional, secure, and aesthetically pleasing ignition setup for new installations or dashboard refits. Built to withstand the harsh marine environment, the 701-720 combines BEP Marine´s legacy of quality with innovative, user-focused design.

This essential component ensures that your engine can only be started by an authorized operator, offering peace of mind whether your boat is docked or moored. Its compact and modular form factor allows for seamless integration with other panels in the Contour 1000 family, enabling you to create a fully customized and cohesive dashboard layout that meets your specific needs.

Key Benefits:

* Enhanced Security: The key is removable only in the "Off" position, effectively preventing unauthorized engine starts, theft, or accidental activation. This critical safety feature protects your valuable marine engine and vessel.
* Ultimate Installation Versatility: As part of the Contour 1000 series, the 701-720 can be surface mounted for quick and easy installation or flush mounted using the included mounting panel for a sleek, integrated look within your console.
* Customizable Helm Design: The panel features a unique modular system with interlocking joining pins, allowing it to be securely clipped together with other Contour 1000 series switches and meters. This enables the creation of a clean, unified, and expandable instrument panel.
* Superior Durability: Constructed from high-quality, corrosion-resistant materials, the panel is designed to endure the challenges of the marine environment, including moisture, UV exposure, and vibration, ensuring long-term operational integrity.
* Clear and Intuitive Operation: The three-position switch (Off - Ignition - Start) provides positive, tactile feedback for confident control. The panel is also compatible with the BEP Marine backlighting system (sold separately) for excellent visibility during night-time operation.

Main Features:

* Three-position key switch providing Off, Ignition, and momentary Start functions.
* Security-focused design allows key removal in the "Off" position only.
* Part of the modular BEP Marine Contour 1000 series for custom panel configurations.
* Flexible mounting options include both surface mounting and flush-panel mounting.
* Splashproof front face designed to protect internal components from water spray.
* Compatible with the optional backlighting label system for illuminated identification.
* Supplied with a comprehensive set of pre-printed labels for clear function identification.
* Utilizes standard spade terminals for straightforward and reliable electrical connections.

Technical Specifications:

* Model: 701-720
* Series: Contour 1000
* Attribute: Panels
* Voltage: Suitable for 12V DC systems
* Ignition Rating: 15A at 12V DC
* Start/Crank Rating: 30A at 12V DC (Momentary)
* Switch Positions: 3 (Off - Ignition - Start)
* Dimensions (H x W): 65mm x 65mm (2.55" x 2.55")
* Mounting Cutout (H x W): 55mm x 55mm (2.16" x 2.16")
* Ingress Protection: Splashproof from the front