Give Your Battery Switch a Clean, Recessed Installation
Protect your boat’s battery disconnect switch and create a cleaner electrical installation with the Rocket City Outdoors Recessed Battery Switch Mount. This white marine battery switch panel positions the switch below the surrounding mounting surface instead of leaving the selector and switch body fully exposed.
The recessed design helps shield the switch from accidental contact while keeping it visible and easy to operate. It also reduces unnecessary protrusion into storage compartments, battery compartments, consoles, walkways, and other confined areas.
Manufactured from outdoor-grade acrylonitrile styrene acrylate, commonly called ASA, the mount is designed for the sunlight, heat, moisture, and changing weather conditions encountered in marine environments.
Why Recess Your Marine Battery Switch?
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Helps protect the selector: The recessed pocket reduces the likelihood of accidental contact with the battery switch while maintaining easy access.
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Reduces protrusion: Keeps the switch from extending unnecessarily into compartments, walkways, and other limited spaces.
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Creates an OEM-style appearance: Gives the installation a clean, intentional look that integrates naturally with the boat.
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Improves compartment organization: Helps create a more deliberate layout around batteries, chargers, breakers, bus bars, and battery cables.
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Maintains convenient access: The switch remains easy to see and operate for normal battery management or emergency electrical isolation.
Engineered from Outdoor-Grade ASA
We manufacture this recessed battery switch mount from ASA because the material is well suited for precision exterior components that must maintain their shape and appearance through extended outdoor use.
ASA is commonly selected for exterior automotive components, outdoor equipment, building products, housings, and other applications exposed to sunlight and changing weather conditions.
Key Benefits of ASA
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Excellent UV resistance: ASA is formulated for outdoor exposure and resists the material degradation commonly associated with prolonged sunlight.
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Outdoor weather resistance: The material performs well when exposed to sun, rain, humidity, and normal seasonal temperature changes.
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Good heat performance: ASA maintains its mechanical properties at temperatures that may occur inside enclosed boat compartments or on sun-heated exterior surfaces.
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High rigidity: The material provides a firm mounting structure that helps support the battery switch and resist unwanted flexing during operation.
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Dimensional stability: ASA is well suited for components requiring consistent geometry, controlled clearances, and repeatable switch fitment.
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Durable surface finish: ASA produces a clean finished appearance suitable for visible marine installations.
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Good impact resistance: The material provides the toughness needed for normal installation, operation, vibration, and incidental contact.
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Color stability: ASA is commonly used where maintaining exterior appearance during prolonged outdoor exposure is important.
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Will not rust or corrode: Unlike a metal mounting panel, ASA is not subject to galvanic corrosion or surface rust.
Why We Use ASA Instead of HDPE for This Mount
HDPE is an excellent marine material and is commonly used for large panels, doors, backing plates, storage components, and other boat accessories. However, ASA offers several advantages for a compact, precision-shaped battery switch mount.
| Attribute |
ASA |
HDPE |
| Rigidity |
More rigid construction helps the mount hold its intended shape and resist flexing during switch operation. |
More flexible and may require additional thickness or support in precision mounting applications. |
| Dimensional stability |
Well suited for maintaining controlled geometry, mounting features, and switch clearances. |
Greater flexibility and thermal movement can be beneficial in some applications but less desirable for tightly controlled features. |
| Heat performance |
Better suited for compact components located in sun-heated or enclosed areas where elevated temperatures may occur. |
Can soften and move more readily as temperatures increase, depending on grade and loading. |
| Surface detail |
Supports crisp edges, defined mounting features, and a refined finished appearance. |
Excellent for machined sheet products but generally less suited to intricate molded or additively manufactured geometry. |
| UV and weather resistance |
Specifically developed for exterior applications requiring sunlight and weather resistance. |
Outdoor performance depends heavily on the grade and the UV stabilizers added by the material manufacturer. |
| Chemical resistance |
Suitable for normal marine exposure and routine cleaning when compatible cleaners are used. |
Generally has broader resistance to many chemicals and remains an excellent choice for tanks, liners, and large marine panels. |
| Best use |
Compact exterior components requiring rigidity, detailed geometry, weather resistance, and a clean appearance. |
Large panels and components prioritizing toughness, chemical resistance, moisture resistance, and easy fabrication. |
The bottom line: ASA is the better choice for this particular product because it provides the rigidity, dimensional stability, exterior durability, and detailed geometry needed for a precise recessed battery switch installation.
Product Features
- Recessed mounting pocket for one compatible marine battery switch
- Outdoor-grade ASA construction
- UV- and weather-resistant material
- Rigid design helps maintain switch alignment and mounting geometry
- White finish complements many fiberglass boats and marine interiors
- Helps reduce accidental contact with the battery switch selector
- Suitable for new electrical installations and boat rewiring projects
- Corrosion-resistant stainless-steel mounting hardware
- Installation template included
- Designed and manufactured in Huntsville, Alabama
- Proudly made in the USA
Designed to Solve a Real Boat-Rigging Problem
Surface-mounted battery switches are functional, but they can protrude several inches into areas where compartment lids, passengers, tackle bags, battery cables, or other equipment may contact them. On boats with limited available space, that protrusion can interfere with an otherwise clean and organized installation.
This recessed marine battery switch mount creates a protective pocket around the switch without making it difficult to reach. The design improves switch protection, preserves usable space, and gives the electrical installation a cleaner factory-style appearance.
Designed by an Engineer and Tested with Real-World Use in Mind
Rocket City Outdoors products are developed in Huntsville, Alabama, by a mechanical engineer with more than 15 years of aerospace and defense engineering experience.
Our marine accessories are created to solve practical installation and organization problems encountered by boat owners. Each design is developed with attention to fit, loading, material selection, durability, manufacturing repeatability, and ease of installation.
Our products are informed by firsthand boating and rigging experience on the Tennessee River—not simply copied from generic marine accessories.
Designed in Rocket City. Made in the USA. Built for life on the water.
Product Specifications
| Product type |
Single recessed marine battery switch mount |
| Material |
Outdoor-grade acrylonitrile styrene acrylate, commonly called ASA |
| Color |
White |
| Material attributes |
UV resistant, weather resistant, rigid, dimensionally stable, impact resistant, and corrosion free |
| Outside diameter |
Approximately 5-1/8 inches |
| Nominal cutout |
Approximately 4 inches in diameter |
| Mounting hardware |
Corrosion-resistant stainless-steel fasteners |
| Installation template |
Included |
| Battery switch |
Not included unless the selected product option specifically states otherwise |
| Designed in |
Huntsville, Alabama |
| Country of manufacture |
USA |
Important: Verify the final published dimensions against the production part before making the product page live. Measure your battery switch, available mounting surface, panel thickness, and rear cable clearance before cutting.
Battery Switch Compatibility
This recessed battery switch mount is intended for select compact marine battery disconnect and battery selector switches. Confirm the exact manufacturer, housing dimensions, mounting pattern, and part number of your switch before ordering.
Compatible Blue Sea Systems m-Series Switches
- 6004 and 6004200 ON/OFF battery switches
- 6005 and 6005200 ON/OFF battery switches
- 6006 and 6006200 ON/OFF battery switches
- 6007 and 6007200 1–2–BOTH battery selector switches
- 6008 and 6008200 1–2–OFF battery selector switches
- 6010 and 6010200 Dual Circuit ON/OFF switches
- 6011 and 6011200 Dual Circuit Plus switches
Compatible Bluewater Battery Switches
- 9800-006 ON/OFF battery switch
- 9800-007 1–2–BOTH battery selector switch
- 9800-011 ON/OFF/COMBINE battery switch
Compatibility notice: A battery switch may look similar while using a different housing size, terminal arrangement, or mounting pattern. Compatibility is based on the exact switch model—not appearance alone.
Common Applications
- Bass boats
- Bay boats
- Center-console boats
- Flats boats
- Aluminum fishing boats
- Jon boats and duck boats
- Pontoon boats
- Offshore fishing boats
- Utility boats and workboats
- Custom marine electrical panels
- RV, camper, trailer, and off-grid battery systems
Installation Overview
- Disconnect all batteries and remove power from the electrical system.
- Select a mounting location with adequate front access and rear clearance.
- Inspect behind the mounting surface for wiring, fuel lines, hydraulic hoses, structural members, and other equipment.
- Position the supplied template and verify that it is reproduced at full scale.
- Mark the cutout and mounting-hole locations.
- Cut the required opening using the appropriate tools and procedures for the boat’s construction.
- Dry-fit the recessed mount before drilling the final fastener holes.
- Install the compatible battery switch in the recessed mount.
- Secure the assembly to the boat using the supplied hardware.
- Connect and support the battery cables according to the battery switch manufacturer’s instructions.
Seal penetrations as appropriate for the mounting location. Follow the battery switch manufacturer’s installation, cable-sizing, torque, ignition-protection, and electrical-system requirements.
Confirm Battery Cable Clearance Before Cutting
Recessing the battery switch moves its housing and electrical terminals farther behind the mounting surface. Heavy marine battery cables have a limited bend radius and should not be forced into sharp bends or placed under continuous side loading.
Account for the complete installed depth of the recessed mount, battery switch housing, terminal studs, cable lugs, insulating boots, and the natural bend of the connected battery cables.
What Is Included?
- One white ASA recessed battery switch mount
- Installation template
- Corrosion-resistant stainless-steel mounting hardware
Battery switch, battery cables, cable lugs, terminal boots, sealant, wiring, batteries, and installation tools are not included unless expressly stated in the selected product option.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ASA?
ASA stands for acrylonitrile styrene acrylate. It is an engineering thermoplastic developed for outdoor products requiring UV resistance, weather resistance, rigidity, impact resistance, and dimensional stability.
Will ASA withstand outdoor sunlight?
Yes. Outdoor weather resistance and UV stability are among the primary reasons ASA is used for exterior automotive, building, equipment, and marine-accessory applications.
Will ASA absorb water?
ASA has low water absorption and is suitable for normal marine exposure. The completed installation should not be assumed to be watertight, however. Seal mounting penetrations as appropriate for the location.
Will the mount rust or corrode?
No. ASA will not rust or experience galvanic corrosion. The supplied mounting hardware is corrosion-resistant stainless steel.
Does this product include the battery switch?
No. The standard product includes the recessed mount, installation template, and mounting hardware. A battery switch is included only when expressly identified as part of a selected product option.
Can it be installed on a fiberglass boat?
Yes, provided the selected location has enough flat mounting area and clearance behind the panel. Use proper fiberglass cutting and sealing procedures.
Can it be installed on an aluminum boat?
Yes. Deburr and protect the cut edges as appropriate, and verify that the installation does not interfere with structural members, wiring, hoses, or other equipment.
How large is the required opening?
The nominal opening is approximately 4 inches in diameter. Use the supplied template and dry-fit the production part before drilling the final mounting holes.
Where is the recessed battery switch mount made?
It is designed and manufactured in Huntsville, Alabama, by Rocket City Outdoors.
Upgrade Your Battery Switch Installation
Replace a bulky surface-mounted setup with a clean, protected recessed installation. The Rocket City Outdoors Recessed Battery Switch Mount combines outdoor-grade ASA construction with a practical design that improves the appearance, accessibility, and organization of your boat’s electrical system.
Designed in Rocket City and proudly made in the USA.
