We are often asked why 30 amps, as most mains faults operate the RCD on the boat, i.e.
Galvanic isolator iso#
This unit complies with the requirements of ISO EN13297 and ISO 8846.
Replacing these components is very expensive and complex.īy installing this galvanic isolator, you can reduce the wear and tear of zinc anodes, seeing as the anodes do not automatically protect the entire marina and neighboring yachts. Unexpected corrosion can then destroy the saildrive, drivetrain, valves or other components. If these are consumed or are not sufficient enough, you have a serious problem. If a neighboring vessel or marina has no anodes, your anodes will be used for protection. Ultimately, if your yacht is protected by anodes, it only makes sense to protect your anodes as well, right? The metal, which is inferior in an electrochemical series, sacrifices itself for the higher quality metal. This can cause bronze valves to dissolve or entire rudder systems to break down under stress. Galvanic damage: Due to the connection between the ground conductor and the negative DC grounding, there may be galvanic compensation currents between your vessel and a neighboring yacht, the marina or other objects in the water. All new yachts have this connection as standard. This means that saildrives, motors, valves and much more are almost always automatically connected to the on-shore ground conductor. Ensure that the cable selected for making connections to the galvanic isolator is rated for electric current equal to or greater than the current rating of the galvanic isolator.įor more information, please see the FAQ section located below the product image.According to CE guideline ISO EN 13297, the shore power protective conductor (PE) must be connected to the boat's negative DC earth. It should also be positioned as close as possible to the shore power connector the point at which the mains electricity supply enters the vessel.Ģ - Disconnect the boat from the shore power and ensure that all on-board generators, inverters and electrical appliances are switched off.ģ - Disconnect the earth cable (green) from the shore power connector and connect this to the "VESSEL" terminal on the galvanic isolator using 6mm ring terminals.Ĥ - Connect a new cable from the earth terminal in the shore power socket to the "SHORE" terminal of the galvanic isolator using 6mm ring terminals. Operating Temperature Range: -55☌ to 150☌ġ - Mounting the isolator: The IM2160 galvanic isolator unit should be mounted using the screws provided and located in a position that will not be subjected to excessive heat (e.g. Shore Inlet Compatibility: Single: 15, 16A Dual: 15,16A
The IM2160A16 galvanic isolator electrolysis blocker is rated for a maximum current of 16 amps. This Index Marine galvanic isolation blocker eliminates the potential difference between boats and the shore, preventing galvanic action caused by the different metals used.
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