EGIS XD Single Mechanical - w/Knob (8710-1900B)
EGIS XD Single Mechanical - w/Knob, 500 A Heavy Duty Battery Switch/Mechanical Contactor (8710-1900B)
The Egis Mobile Electric 8710-1900B (XD Series) is a heavy-duty, compact manual battery disconnect switch and mechanical contactor designed for high-current 12V and 24V DC systems. It is built explicitly to manage battery isolation and power distribution in demanding, harsh-environment applications such as marine vessels, RVs, emergency vehicles, and industrial machinery.
A summary of its key features and product specifications includes:
Key Features
- High-Current Capability: Supports an impressive 500 Amps of continuous current and up to 1,500 Amps of momentary cranking/surge capacity.
- Silver-Alloy Contact Points: Delivers clean, full-voltage switching and far superior conductivity compared to legacy rotary-style battery switches.
- Bullet-Proof Construction: Sealed to IP67 / IP6K9K standards, meaning it is completely dust-tight and waterproof against high-pressure washdowns. It is also ignition-protected, making it safe for installation in gasoline-powered boats and other combustible environments.
- Intuitive Manual Control: Features a high-visibility, bright yellow knob with clear, easy-to-read ON/OFF labels. The knob allows you to manually force the relay open or closed, and can lock it in either position.
- Terminal Stud & Short Protection: Comes with heavy-duty M10 stainless steel studs to handle thick battery cables. It includes a clip-on protective terminal cover with built-in label recesses (including a 40-circuit label sheet) to prevent accidental short circuits.
- Integrated Gore-Tex Vent: Features a built-in moisture-regulating vent that equalizes internal air pressure to prevent condensation build-up behind the seals over long-term field use.
- Modular Expandability: Designed with a compact rectangular footprint that allows it to easily integrate with other Egis XD Series relays, automated charging relays (ACR), or low-voltage disconnects (LVD) using optional link busbars.
Technical Specifications
- Voltage Range: 8.0V to 36.0V DC
- Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to 125°C
- Mechanical Cycle Life: 1,000,000 cycles minimum
- Live Current Switching Life: 10,000 cycles (at 12V/300A or 24V/150A)
- Hardware Material: Corrosion-resistant, self-locking stainless steel flanged nuts
- Mounting Requirements: Accepts standard 1/4-20 or M6 hardware
- Origin: Made in the USA
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For California customers: Prop 65 WARNING: This product may have been manufactured with or uses components that can expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov.

