Ignition Switches
Boaters start your engines with ignition switches from West Marine.
West Marine offers a variety of key operated boat ignition switches by BEP Marine, Cole Hersee and the aftermarket engine parts supplier Sierra. These switches are commonly purchased to replace the ignition switch of inboard and outboard engines by Mercury, OMC and other manufacturers. Most have a four position design like your car’s ignition switch. Many are waterproof, which is logical since they are often installed in unprotected environments. When shopping for a switch, make sure that the one you select will fit to the thickness of the dash or panel where it will be installed. Switches typically include instructions for wiring to the screw terminals on the back. Also, when shopping for an ignition switch, we suggest you consider purchasing an emergency cutoff switch to meet United States Coast Guard requirements.