Battery Disconnect Switches

A battery disconnect switch is a switch that is installed in an electrical system that runs between a battery and its load. Its purpose is to allow an operator to disconnect the current running through the vehicle or piece of equipment. Road salt corrosion to the electrical system can cause short circuits which can result in a vehicle fire. By quickly activating the battery switch and cutting off the power in the vehicle, the battery disconnect switch can limit damage to the vehicle and injuries to the occupants. It also helps to provide a safe environment for performing maintenance and repairs on the vehicle or equipment. The battery switch ensures mechanics that the vehicle is shut down during maintenance. It can protect the vehicle from theft or unauthorized users by utilizing a key or a lock-out tag-out accessory. By shutting off the current, it can also eliminate parasitic loads from draining the battery unnecessarily. Battery Disconnect Switches are offered with either manual or electrical/electronic remote control activation features. A Master Battery Disconnect Switch is designed to quickly cut off the battery from the electrical circuit by disconnecting either the positive or ground wires. Single Pole switches are designed to control one circuit. Double pole switches are designed to control two circuits. The M750 Battery Selector Switch can create a circuit in three different positions.

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Manual Battery Disconnects

Remote Battery Disconnects