Bluewater Push Button Switch

Bluewater Push Button Switches: Purpose-Built for the Marine Helm

Bluewater Enterprises has earned a strong reputation among boaters, performance boat builders, and marine electricians for producing push button switches that balance rugged durability with a clean, modern aesthetic. Their push button switches are not simply off-the-shelf components — they represent a purposeful engineering approach to one of the most demanding electrical environments there is: the open water.

Ultra-Bright LED Illumination for Day and Night Readability

One of Bluewater's most recognized innovations in this category is their dual-state LED backlighting system. Unlike conventional marine switches that only illuminate when a circuit is active, Bluewater push button switches are backlit in blue when the function is off, and the light transitions to red when the function is switched on. This means every button on the panel is always visible, giving operators instant situational awareness whether navigating at noon or after dark. The "Daybright" LED design ensures crystal-clear readability even in direct sunlight, a critical consideration on open-water helms.

Stainless Steel Construction and Waterproof Engineering

Bluewater push button switches feature a full-length, one-piece stainless steel body — a construction approach that sets them apart from many competitors. The solid-state switching electronics are housed entirely within this seamless stainless case, meaning there are no seams or joints that could crack or admit moisture over time. The body is fully threaded, allowing mounting in dash panels up to 1.5 inches thick. Depending on the model, these switches carry waterproof ratings of IP67 or IP69K, making them well-suited to everything from fishing boats to high-performance offshore applications.

Two Sizes, Hundreds of Configurations

Bluewater offers their push button switches in two cutout sizes — 19mm and 22mm — giving builders flexibility for both dense switch panels and more open dash layouts. The 19mm 9057 Series is compact and low-profile, ideal for tight dashboards, while the 22mm lineup offers expanded functionality. Notably, the 22mm switch also comes in a version with a programmable resettable breaker built directly into the switch body, available in multiple trip ratings, eliminating the need for separate inline fusing in many applications. Switch function types span a wide range, including On/Off, Momentary, Off-On-Off, Off-On-On, and multi-function Nav/Anchor configurations — giving installers the flexibility to match virtually any marine circuit requirement.

Swappable Buttons and Customizable Icons

Perhaps the most practical advantage of Bluewater push button switches for professional installers is the hot-swap design. A plug connector on the rear of each switch allows the button actuator to be removed and replaced quickly — no rewiring required. This means function labels can be changed in the field as a vessel's systems evolve. Bluewater supports over 190 switch function icons, and laser-etched custom actuator caps are also available in all three actuator sizes, enabling fully personalized panel layouts for builders and serious boaters alike.

Whether you are upgrading a single circuit or building a complete helm panel from scratch, Bluewater's push button switch lineup delivers the engineering depth, visual clarity, and installation convenience that demanding marine applications require. Explore the full Bluewater brand page or browse all push button switches to find the right fit for your build.