Heavy Duty Battery Switch/Selector – code: 14.904.00 – Osculati

Heavy Duty Osculati battery switch/diverter 14.904.00

The’Heavy Duty battery switch/diverter Osculati (code 14.904.00) is a component designed for managing and isolating onboard power supply, useful when you want to orderly control the current delivery from the battery bank to the system. The construction is declared by the manufacturer as made with high-quality materials and the device is equipped with locking lock, practical solution to prevent involuntary or unauthorized activations.

A distinctive feature of this model is the presence of additional contacts dedicated to automatic current interruption to the alternator in case the battery disconnect switch is activated before the engines are turned off. This function is designed to support a more correct management of maneuvers on the electrical system, especially in typical nautical operational situations.

Product features and details

Below are the main technical and construction elements available for this Osculati switch/diverter.

Equipment and construction

• Made with selected materials (as indicated by the manufacturer).
• Locking lock integrated.
• Additional contacts for automatic power interruption to the alternator in case of battery disconnect switch activation before engine shutdown.

Declared electrical data

• Voltage: 12/24 V.
• Max capacity (intermittent): 500 A.
• Max capacity (continuous): 310 A.

Product identification

• Brand/Supplier: Osculati S.r.l.
• Supplier product code: 14.904.00
• SKU: OSCU00000268

Typical applications (nautical and onboard plant engineering)

This battery switch/selector is suitable for systems where you want to:

• have a point of disconnection of the power supply for maintenance or storage;
• manage electrical system operations more orderly, reducing the risk of improper maneuvers;
• integrate a solution with key lock to increase control over access to the command;
• support system management in the presence of an alternator, thanks to additional contacts dedicated to the function described by the manufacturer.

In the nautical field, components of this type are often chosen for electrical panels, technical compartments, or areas where it is useful to have a clear and immediate command for battery or circuit isolation.

Operational advantages

Without making unverifiable promises, the practical advantages that emerge from the declared features are:

• More controlled power management: the ability to disconnect the system helps in maintenance activities and onboard safety procedures.
• Locking by means of a lock: useful to avoid accidental activations and to keep the control under control when the boat is in use or at rest.
• Support for correct maneuvering with alternator: the additional contacts are designed for automatic current interruption to the alternator if the battery switch is operated before turning off the engines, contributing to a more orderly management of operations.
• Heavy Duty Setting: design oriented to applications where electrical currents consistent with the declared values (intermittent and continuous) are required.

Usage and important notes

For a correct and safe installation, it is advisable that the assembly and connection be carried out by qualified personnel, respecting good onboard wiring practices and the manufacturer's instructions.

• Before working on the system, always check for absence of voltage and secure the loads.
• Do not operate the battery switch with engines running: the product includes additional contacts designed to manage automatic current interruption to the alternator in case of incorrect operation, but it remains good operational practice to turn off the engines before disconnecting.
• Placement: choose an accessible but protected point, compatible with the dimensions (160x160x70 mm) and with the need for operation.
• Check system compatibility: check that voltage (12/24 V) and currents (500 A intermittent, 310 A continuous) are consistent with your system.

If you are upgrading an existing system or creating a new configuration, this Osculati switch/diverter represents a complete solution with lock and additional contacts, designed for a technical context such as boating and onboard wiring.

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

Is this switch/diverter suitable for 12 V and 24 V systems?

Yes. The manufacturer indicates a usage voltage of 12/24 V.

What are the declared maximum currents?

500 A is declared as the maximum intermittent capacity and 310 A as the maximum continuous capacity.

What are the integrated additional contacts for?

They are intended for automatic current interruption to the alternator if the battery disconnect switch is activated before turning off the engines, as indicated in the product description.

Is there a locking system?

Yes, the switch/diverter is equipped with a locking lock.

What are the product's dimensions and weight?

The indicated dimensions are 160x160x70 mm. The weight is 0.66 kg.