No matter what kind of vessel you own, knowing the basics of marine navigation is essential when spending time on the water. Your boat’s navigation equipment consists of devices that determine the ship’s position, speed, and course, ensuring safety during… Read More
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4 Signs Your Marine Battery Needs Replacing
Marine lithium batteries are known for their outstanding longevity compared to standard lead-acid batteries. But even lithium batteries don’t last forever; sooner or later, they display signs of decline. However, the issue with a bad marine battery is that if… Read More
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What is ABYC Certification?
The American Boat & Yacht Council is a non-profit in charge of managing the development of manufacturing standards for boats in terms of design, building, upkeep, and repair. In addition to creating these industry standards, ABYC contributes to the creation… Read More
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What is a Battery Management System?
Lithium-ion marine batteries have many advantages over their lead-acid counterparts. They are lighter, more powerful, charge faster, and have a longer lifespan. The chemistry of these batteries is an essential part of their incredible performance. However, they are susceptible to… Read More
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How to Choose the Right Battery Charger for Your Boat
The sun is out, and you’re ready for a trip on the water, but when you start your boat, you discover the battery is dead. A reliable battery charger is crucial to maintaining your marine batteries. If you’re in the… Read More
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Tips for Troubleshooting Your Marine Electronics
Too often, boat owners ignore glitches in their electronics, thinking it’s just a glitch. However, the electronics are sending a warning that something is wrong, such as faulty wiring, corrosion, damage, or faulty installation. Luckily, many common problems can be… Read More
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Why You Must Protect Your Boat’s Circuits
Working on your boat’s electrical systems can be a daunting and dangerous task. More than half of all boating fires result from faulty electrical circuitry. To assist boat builders, owners, and mechanics with a safe and reliable standard for onboard… Read More
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Tips for Maintaining Your Windlass
Dropping your anchor and raising it back up again can be a pain in the neck. And if you’ve ever tried to weigh anchor manually, you know how difficult it can be. Luckily, there are electrical windlasses to make your… Read More
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4 Common Electrical Problems Every Boater Should Look Out For
Dealing with electrical problems in your boat can be frustrating, but it does not have to be if you keep up with proper electrical maintenance. Most issues with marine electrical systems arise from a lack of maintenance, poor initial installation,… Read More
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What is a Marine Battery Switch?
You’ve probably heard of a marine battery switch if you are setting up your new marine electrical system. Marine battery switches typically look like big red switches near your electrical controls. They usually connect to the heart of your electrical… Read More