[C320-list] Circuit breaker ratings?

[Chris Burti]

There are at least two open spots on the later model panels and they are
easy to add breakers in those slots ( I know this because I have added
two). If you have room to add a breaker, I recommend adding a 20 amp
breaker.

Chris Burti
Farmville, NC


On Wed, Mar 30, 2016 at 3:56 AM, Graeme Clark <cg at skyflyer.co.uk> wrote:

> Does anyone know what the miniature circuit breakers on the Mk 1
> electrical panel are rated at - i.e at what amperage do they pop open?
>
> I am installing a below deck autopilot and this powers the linear drive
> (max draw 15A) , the instrument network and the drive clutch (max 2A) when
> needed. the fuse in the unit is 20amp .
>
> I have run new heavy gauge power wires to support this current and was
> thinking of connecting this to my now otherwise unused Nav/Com switch on
> the panel; but I see that the way the panel is organised there are three
> items that run through a single breaker. (I have already wired all the
> comms to a separate switch)
>
> Am I likely to blow the breaker if I do this. Should I have a dedicated
> power feed through a separate breaker or fuse?
>
> Thanks
>
> Graeme
> #366, Jaskar, 1996, England
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