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    what is a good battery/power cutoff switch

    Just installed a talon on my boat and now i want something so i can cutoff the power to all my electronics so it wont accidentally turn on. What is a good power cutoff switch that you guys recommend?
    2004 Stratos 295 Pro XL
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    A lot of folks use this one:
    https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005D...0TL&ref=plSrch

    I prefer this type in the proper amperage:
    https://www.hodgesmarine.com/BLUE-SE...-p/blu7148.htm
    Last edited by 06 SB; 12-17-2017 at 02:29 PM.

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    #4
    google "marine battery cutoff switch" and take your choice of a dozen or so. I wouldn't use that model Blue Seas since it's a circuit breaker but they make other models.

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    The one I suggested is a combination switch/breaker.

    From Blue Sea:

    187-Series Circuit Breaker - Surface Mount Combines switching and circuit protection into a single device*Clear, single lever operation"Trip Free" design cannot be held "ON" during fault ...
    Last edited by 06 SB; 12-17-2017 at 08:37 PM.

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    Blue Sea 9003E, or 6006M.