
CLMD12
12 Channel DC Load Controller Module

User’s Manual
Revision 1.9
Copyright © 2022 Carling Technologies, Inc.
60 Johnson Ave.
Plainville, CT 06062 USA
All Rights Reserved
http://www.maretron.com
Revision History
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Revision |
Description |
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1.0 |
Internal Review |
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1.1 |
Second Review |
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1.2 |
Initial Release |
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1.3 |
Updated Accessory Part Numbers |
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1.4 |
Removed requirement for parallel resistors for LED loads |
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1.5 |
Added ability to parallel breakers together for increased current |
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1.6 |
Added Product Image, Update table of contents |
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1.7 |
Removed the words “ECBs Manually switched On / Off” to “ECBs Controlled” inside Theory of Operation segment. Further detail added to “Control Method”. |
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1.8 |
Update tables in section 3.4.2, 3.4.3 (J1 & J2 Connectors); Added new feature description for ‘Discrete Momentary Inverted’ Discrete I/O, ‘Start’ and ‘Finish’ Flashmap state functions, transmission of 127508 Battery Status PGN based on CLMD12 hardwired Input voltage and Deleted “ECB Model #” description. |
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1.9 |
Document Formatting Update |
Table of Contents
Breaker Load protection current limit
Automatic Breaker Control by Flash Function
Automatic Breaker Control by Discrete I/O Function
NMEA 2000® Parameter Group Numbers (PGNs)
Maretron (2 Year) Limited Warranty
Table of Figures
Figure 1 – Breaker Output Schematic
Figure 2 – Hardwired Input Impedance Model
Figure 4 – NMEA 2000® Connector (J3) Face Views
Figure 6 – CLMD12 Flash Map Tab
Figure 7 – CLMD12 Discrete I/O Tab
Figure 9 – CLMD12 Advanced Tab
Figure 10 – CLMD12 Installation Description Tab
Figure 11 – CLMD12 Control Tab
Figure 12 – Bypass Module Usage
Figure 13 – Mounting Surface Template
Table of Appendices
Appendix A – NMEA 2000® Interfacing...................................................... A1
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WARNING · Removal of CLMD12 cover in the field will compromise the operation of the unit and voids warranties set forth by Carling Technologies. |
Congratulations on your purchase of the Maretron MPower CLMD12 12 Channel DC Load Controller Module. Carling has designed and built your CLMD12 to the highest standards for years of dependable and accurate service.
The Maretron CLMD12 contains 12 breaker outputs implemented by direct current (DC) Electronic Circuit Breakers (ECB’s), each capable of switching up to 5, 10, or 12 Amps, with a total current capacity of 75 Amps. In addition to fast switching, low-loss solid state ON/OFF switches, it provides accurate current measurement for each load along with short circuit protection.
The CLMD12 additionally contains 7 (Hardwired) inputs implemented by DC digital inputs, programmable to sense whether the input is connected to a high level (DC+), connected to a low level (DC -), or left unconnected.
The CLMD12 connects directly to an NMEA 2000® network, so you can turn on and off the breaker outputs from a Maretron DSM-Series display or any device running Maretron N2KView® software, such as TSM-Series multifunction displays or MBB-Series black boxes. Additionally, since the CLMD12 supports standard NMEA 2000® messages for control, it can be controlled by any NMEA 2000® device supporting those messages. The CLMD12 easily handles resistive DC loads like lights or inductive DC loads like pumps and motors. The CLMD12 can also be used to switch AC circuits using external relays. An added benefit of the CLMD12 is that it reports the current through each of the 12 breakers. This allows you to determine if loads are drawing too little electrical current such as burnt-out bulbs, or if the loads are starting to draw too much electrical current.
The CLMD12 is designed to operate within the harsh demands of the marine environment. However, no piece of marine electronic equipment can function properly unless installed, configured, and maintained in the correct manner. For best results, please read this user’s manual from start to finish to understand instructions for installation, configuration, and usage of the CLMD12.
This manual corresponds to CLMD12 firmware revision 1.15.25
The Maretron CLMD12 has the following features.
· Seven (7) hardwired inputs configurable as Active High (Connection to DC +), or Active Low (Connection to DC -).
This section lists the accessories which are available for the CLMD12.
There are two options for connecting the CLMD12 to the input and output channels:
Option 1: Connect by
assembling connectors to existing wires in your vessel.
(this option requires a Deutsch HDT-48-00 crimp tool)
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Description |
Part Number |
Quantity Required |
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J1 (Output) Mating connector |
Deutsch DT06-12SA |
1 |
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J1 (Output) Socket Contact |
Deutsch 0462-209-16141 (14 AWG) |
12 |
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J1 (Output) Wedge (Lock) |
Deutsch W12S |
1 |
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J2 (Input) Mating connector |
Deutsch DT06-08SA-E003 |
1 |
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J2 (Input) Socket Contact |
Deutsch 0462-201-16141 (16 – 20 AWG) |
7 |
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J2 (Input) Socket Contact |
Deutsch 0462-209-16141 (14 AWG) |
1 |
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J2 (Input) Wedge (Lock) |
Deutsch W8S |
1 |
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J1 or J2 Blanking Plug |
Deutsch 114017-ZZ (Match Qty. to Unused Positions) |
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Option 2: Connect by splicing flying leads on pre-assembled connectors to existing wires (this option does not require any specialized tools)
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Maretron Part Number |
Quantity Required |
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Output (J1) Mating Connector with 12” flying leads |
A3706 |
1 |
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Input (J2) Mating Connector with 12” flying leads |
A3707 |
1 |
The loads controlled by the CLMD12 may be connected to a bypass module in the event of communication loss or other malfunction. Please refer to section 0 for details.
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Description |
Maretron Part Number |
Quantity Required |
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MPower 12 Channel DC Bypass Module
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CBMD12 |
1 |
Installing the Maretron CLMD12 involves the following steps. Please refer to the individual sections for additional details.
1. Unpack the box (Section 0)
2. Choose a mounting location (Section 0)
3. Mount the CLMD12 (Section 0)
4. Connect the CLMD12 (Section 0)
5. Configure the CLMD12 (Section 0)
The CLMD12 provides the ability to turn on or off DC power to a load circuit using 12 independent solid-state Electronic Circuit Breakers (ECB’s). Each breaker contains protection against overcurrent, overtemperature, and short circuit.
Each breaker in the CLMD12 may be controlled using any of the following methods:
1) Maretron N2KView® software running on a personal computer, or
2) Maretron N2KView® software running on a Maretron MBB-Series Black Box for Vessel Monitoring and Control, or
3) Maretron N2KView® software running on a Maretron TSM-Series Vessel Monitoring and Control Touchscreen Computer, or
4) Maretron N2KView® Mobile app running on an Android or iOS tablet or phone, or
5) a Maretron DSM-Series NMEA 2000® Multi-function Color Graphic Display, or
6) any NMEA 2000®-connected switch, such as an Maretron MPower CKM-Series network-connected keypad or VMM-Series network-connected switches, or
7) any NMEA 2000® product that can transmit standard NMEA 2000® control messages such as a compatible third party MFD (Multi-function Display)
(please refer to Appendix A for details on the required messaging).
The breakers can be monitored and/or controlled through use of the Breaker/Switch component in the Electrical Distribution category of the Maretron display products listed above. In addition, the current through each breaker may be monitored through the Breaker/Switch Current component in the Electrical Distribution category of Maretron display products.
Since the output channels are implemented by Electronic Circuit Breakers, if the NMEA 2000 power is removed, all breakers will revert to the open (OFF) state. The state that the breaker will be in when the NMEA 2000 power is restored can be configured to be ON, OFF, or in the last state the breaker was in before power was removed.
The 12 breaker outputs are switched with MOSFETs connected in a back-to-back arrangement so that back-feeding is not possible when the breaker is turned off.
All breaker outputs employ the following:
· Latched shutdown overcurrent detection with reset
· Overcurrent surge allowance that prevents overcurrent latch tripping when starting high surge loads such as incandescent lamps
The table below shows the connection and maximum current capacity for each Breaker.
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J1 Connector Pin No. |
Description |
Max Output AMPS |
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1 |
Breaker Output #5 |
10 |
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2 |
Breaker Output #4 |
12 |
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3 |
Breaker Output #8 |
10 |
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4 |
Breaker Output #2 |
10 |
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5 |
Breaker Output #10 |
10 |
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6 |
Breaker Output #1 |
10 |
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7 |
Breaker Output #11 |
10 |
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8 |
Breaker Output #3 |
5 |
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9 |
Breaker Output #12 |
5 |
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10 |
Breaker Output #6 |
5 |
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11 |
Breaker Output #9 |
5 |
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12 |
Breaker Output #7 |
12 |
Figure 1 below shows the schematic of each breaker in the CLMD12.

Figure 1 – Breaker Output Schematic
The overcurrent protection has two purposes: to protect the CLMD12 and to protect connected breaker loads. The CLMD12 is protected by fast acting overcurrent latches in hardware that allow for overcurrent conditions that will not damage the breaker output control circuit. Load protection is implemented in software and trip levels and delays are set in configuration (please refer to Section 0 for details).
When an overcurrent condition is detected, the CLMD12 will latch the breaker off for the remainder of the continuously powered interval unless reset by being commanded OFF and then ON again through the NMEA 2000 interface.
The non-configurable breaker output control circuit protection allows surge currents to occur without tripping the overcurrent shutdown function. These surges are allowed any time the breaker is ON according to a single time constant characteristic. Over-current levels are allowed for a time that is inversely proportional to the magnitude of overcurrent according to a well-defined curve that is tailored to prevent damage to the CLMD12. This protection cannot be disabled and will trip instantaneously when a peak limit is exceeded. Continuous load currents above the hard current limit will also trip the overcurrent latch.
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Breaker factory current rating |
Peak Current Limit |
Hard Current Limit |
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5A |
70A |
7.5A |
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10A |
140A |
12A |
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12A |
156A |
20A |

The configurable breaker load protection current limit provides three parameters to customize the overcurrent protection of the load.
· Current rating: Constant load current above this level will trip the breaker OFF.
· Inrush Delay: An adjustable delay (0 to 1500 milliseconds) that starts at the time of breaker turn ON. The configurable current limit trip is blocked during this period.
· Trip Delay: An adjustable delay (0 to 750 milliseconds) that starts when currents exceeding the current rating setting are detected after the Inrush Delay has expired. The configurable current limit trip is blocked during this period.
Breakers can be operated in pulse width modulation (PWM) mode, also referred to as dimming, to control the brightness of incandescent or LED lighting. The breaker may be configured with a duty cycle of 5% to 100% with a resolution of 1%.
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WARNING · The breaker being used as a dimming module will provide an output at full battery voltage to the LED control module. Verify that the LED control module can accept this type of input prior to use. When a breaker is configured to provide a PWM output (dimming), the PWM frequency is 200Hz.Use of a breaker in a PWM mode (duty cycle less than 100%) for control of motors or other inductive loads is prohibited. |
Breakers can be paralleled for higher current capacity:
· Only parallel two breakers with the same current rating.
· Wiring recommendation: Run two breakers wired together with matched impedance.
· Please note that the maximum current rating when two breakers are paralleled is typically 180% of the single channel rating. (Example: 18A maximum for two 10A breakers in parallel). This is because the impedance of the two paralleled breakers will not be identical due to component variation.
· See tables below for recommended parallel breakers:
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Typical Maximum Current |
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Breaker #7 (12A) & Breaker #4 (12A) |
22A |
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Breaker #9 (5A) & Breaker #6 (5A) |
9A |
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Breaker #6 (5A) & Breaker #12 (5A) |
9A |
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Breaker #3 (5A) & Breaker #12 (5A) |
9A |
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Breaker #5 (10A) & Breaker #8 (10A) |
18A |
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Breaker #2 (10A) & Breaker #8 (10A) |
18A |
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Breaker #2 (10A) & Breaker #10 (10A) |
18A |
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Breaker #1 (10A) & Breaker #10 (10A) |
18A |
You can parallel two breakers by assigning the same switch group number to the two breakers.
When you parallel breakers, configure the CLMD12 to assign 50% of the maximum current to the Current Rating parameter for each of the two paralleled breakers. For example, if you parallel Breaker #7 and Breaker #4 and wish to use them to supply power to a load rated at 22A, configure the Current Rating for each of the two breakers to 12A. This will result in a typical maximum current rating of 22A for the paralleled breakers.
The hardwired inputs respond to three voltage level states, “Active High”, “Open” and “Active Low”. That is, when the input is at V-Battery (Connected to DC (+) it will be read as a “High”. When the input is at 0 V or GND (Connected to DC (-) it will be read as “Low”. The unused inputs can be left disconnected which results in an “open” state.
The following diagram shows the impedance model of the Hardwired Inputs.

Figure 2 – Hardwired Input Impedance Model
Each hardwired input can be configured to output an ON indication in the NMEA 2000 127501 Binary Status Report PGN when the input voltage level is sensed as Low, High, or Both (Low and High). If the input voltage level is not one of the configured levels, then the input channel will output an OFF indication in the NMEA 2000 127501 Binary Status Report PGN.
When unpacking the box containing the Maretron CLMD12, you should find the following items:
1 – CLMD12 – 12 Channel DC Load Controller Module
1 – Maretron Blue USB Disc containing User’s Manuals
1 – CLMD12 Quick Start Guide
1 – Warranty Registration Card
If any of these items are missing or damaged, please contact Carling.
Please consider the following when choosing a mounting location.
Attach the CLMD12 securely to the vessel using mounting screws or other fasteners through the three provided mounting holes. Do not use thread locking compounds containing methacrylate ester, such as Loctite Red (271), as they will cause stress cracking of the plastic enclosure.
The CLMD12 requires four types of electrical connections, as
shown in Figure 3 below:
1) The NMEA 2000® connection (J3)
2) The output channel (breaker) connections (J1)
3) The hardwired discrete input signal connections and unit main ground (J2)
4) The DC main power connection stud

Figure 3 – CLMD12 Side View
The NMEA 2000® connector can be found on the bottom of the enclosure labeled “J3”. The NMEA 2000® connector is a round five-pin male connector (see Figure 4). You connect the CLMD12 to an NMEA 2000® network using a Maretron NMEA 2000® cable (or compatible cable) by connecting the female end of the cable to the CLMD12 (note the key on the male connector and keyway on the female connector). Be sure the cable is connected securely and that the collar on the cable connector is tightened firmly. Connect the other end of the cable (male) to the NMEA 2000® network in the same manner. The CLMD12 is designed such that you can plug or unplug it from an NMEA 2000® network while the power to the network is connected or disconnected. Please follow recommended practices for installing NMEA 2000® network products.
Figure 4 – NMEA 2000® Connector (J3) Face Views
The CLMD12 breaker output connections are made by connecting to the 12-pin ‘J1’ connector. The pin number on the ‘J1’ connector corresponds to a breaker number, which is represented as an indicator number in the NMEA 2000 127501 Binary Status Report PGN message or as a Connection ID in the NMEA 2000 127500 Load Controller Connection & State PGN message. The correspondence of the ‘J1’ connector pin number to the breaker number is detailed in the table below, along with the maximum current supported by the breaker.
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Description |
A3706 Pre-Assembled Connector Wire Label |
Max Output AMPS |
NMEA 2000 PGN 127501 Indicator Number |
NMEA 2000 PGN 127500 Connection ID |
J1 Connector Pin Number |
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Breaker #1 |
1 |
10 |
1 |
0 |
6 |
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Breaker #2 |
2 |
10 |
2 |
1 |
4 |
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Breaker #3 |
3 |
5 |
3 |
2 |
8 |
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Breaker #4 |
4 |
12 |
4 |
3 |
2 |
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Breaker #5 |
5 |
10 |
5 |
4 |
1 |
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Breaker #6 |
6 |
5 |
6 |
5 |
10 |
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Breaker #7 |
7 |
12 |
7 |
6 |
12 |
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Breaker #8 |
8 |
10 |
8 |
7 |
3 |
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Breaker #9 |
9 |
5 |
9 |
8 |
11 |
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Breaker #10 |
10 |
10 |
10 |
9 |
5 |
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Breaker #11 |
11 |
10 |
11 |
10 |
7 |
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Breaker #12 |
12 |
5 |
12 |
11 |
9 |
Connect each hardwired input signal to a pin on the ‘J2’ connector as shown in the table below. Each connection may switch between open circuit. DC (-) (Known as ‘Low’ when configuring) or DC (+) (Known as ‘High’ when configuring).
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Description |
A3707 Pre-Assembled Connector Wire Label |
NMEA 2000 PGN 127501 Indicator Number |
J2 Connector Pin No. |
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Hardwired Input #1 |
1 |
13 |
2 |
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Hardwired Input #2 |
2 |
14 |
7 |
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Hardwired Input #3 |
3 |
15 |
1 |
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Hardwired Input #4 |
4 |
16 |
8 |
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Hardwired Input #5 |
5 |
17 |
4 |
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Hardwired Input #6 |
6 |
18 |
5 |
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Hardwired Input #7 |
7 |
19 |
3 |
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CLMD12 Main Ground |
8 |
N/A |
6 |
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WARNING The System Ground signal (Connector J2, Pin 6) must be connected to the supply voltage ground reference for proper system operation, regardless of whether any of the Discrete Input signals are connected. A 14awg. wire is recommended for this connection to the supply source up to 100ft. |
Connect a source of DC (+) with a ring terminal to the 1/4”-20 stud on the top of the device, being careful not to torque the connection beyond the specified value of 20 in-lbs. (2.26 N·m). Ensure that the cable providing the DC (+) signal is protected by a fuse or circuit breaker with a value appropriate to protecting the wire or the 75A maximum specification of the CLMD12, whichever is less.
Note: Multiple CLMD12 units can be connected to the same Main DC (+) feeder source so long as the unit’s main fuse / breaker overcurrent protection does not exceed 75A (The maximum specification of the CLMD12) and the feeder wire to each unit is sized identically.
Once all of the connections to the CLMD12 have been completed, check to see that information is being properly transmitted by observing an appropriate NMEA 2000® display. If you don’t see channel on/off status, refer to Section 0, “Troubleshooting”.
The CLMD12 will transmit data over the NMEA 2000® network as it is shipped from the factory; however, it may require configuration, depending on the type of switches monitored and the number of similar products on the NMEA 2000® network. There are several configurable items within the CLMD12, which are detailed in the remainder of this section.
Configure CLMD12 using Maretron N2KAnalyzer® V3 software. The following subsections describe the configurable parameters in the CLMD12.
This tab contains commonly-used configuration items.

Figure 5 – CLMD12 General Tab
This text box allows you to assign a text label to the device. This label is visible in Maretron analysis and display products and allows you to easily identify the particular device.
NMEA 2000® provides a unique instance number for each breaker box on a vessel. This read-only field shows the instance number assigned to this CLMD12 device. This instance number value is reflected in the 127501 Binary Status Report message. The instance number can be configured by changing the “Device Instance” field on the “Advanced” tab.
This field allows you to configure nominal expected input voltage of the CLMD12. Choose from one of the following selections:
· 12 VDC
· 24 VDC
· 36 VDC
· Undefined
When lit, this read-only field indicates that the CLMD12 does not contain a valid configuration.
When lit, this read-only field indicates that the CLMD12 does not contain a valid serial number. Please contact Maretron technical support for assistance.
This section contains settings for the specified circuit breaker. One of these sections is present for each of the breakers in the unit.
This text box allows you to configure a text label for the breaker to identify it (for example, “RUNNING LIGHTS” or “HATCH”). For each breaker, set this to a value which describes the breaker so that you can easily identify it in display devices.
This read-only field indicates the current state of the breaker. It will contain one of the following values:
· OFF
· ON
This allows you to configure the state of the breaker when the CLMD12 is powered on. You can set this to one of the following values:
· OFF
· ON
· LAST KNOWN STATE
This parameter allows you to configure whether the breaker is locked when the CLMD12 is powered on. You can set this to one of the following values:
· LOCKED
· UNLOCKED
This parameter allows you to configure whether an alarm is sounded on OctoPlex and Maretron branded Touch Screen displays whenever the breaker is tripped.
This parameter allows you to configure the trip delay for the breaker (the current through the breaker must exceed the current rating of the breaker for this amount of time for the breaker to trip). This can be set in the range of 0 ms to 750 ms.
This parameter allows you to configure the inrush delay for the breaker. When the breaker is switched from OFF to ON, the current through the breaker can exceed the current rating of the breaker for this amount of time without the breaker tripping. This allows for a brief period of current inrush, preventing the circuit from inadvertently tripping when energized. This can be set in the range of 0 ms to 1500 ms.
This parameter allows you to configure the percent dimming value for the breaker when the CLMD12 is powered on. This value will be applied only if the Dimming Allowed box is checked. This can be set in the range of 5% to 100% with a resolution of1%.
This read-only field shows the percent dimming value for the breaker.
This parameter allows you to configure whether the channel is dimmable. Check this box to allow dimming commands to change the dimming level of the breaker and clear this box to force the breaker to operate at 100% dimming level.
To parallel two breakers, select the number of the breaker you wish to combine this breaker with. The dropdown box will present a list of other breakers with the same current capability which may be paralleled with this breaker, If two breakers are paralleled, the breaker with the higher number mirrors the state of the breaker with the lower number. For example, if you parallel Breaker 1 and Breaker 2, any change in state of Breaker 1 will be mirrored by Breaker 2.
This parameter allows you to configure the maximum value to which the Current Rating can configured. This parameter should be configured to the current rating for the wire connected to this breaker. The value you can program into this field is limited by the current capacity of the channel being programmed.
This parameter allows you to configure the desired trip level for this breaker. Exceeding this current will initiate a trip. The value you program into this field will be limited by the value in the Factory Current Rating field.
This read-only field shows the real-time current passing through the breaker.
This read-only field shows the real-time voltage at the load terminal of the breaker.
This parameter allows you to configure a breaker to use a flash map. A value of 0 means that the breaker is not assigned to any flash map, and a value of 1 through 15 assigns the breaker to the flash map corresponding to that number.
This parameter allows you to configure whether configuration changes can be made to the breaker. If this is checked, other configuration parameters for the breaker can be changed. If this is cleared, other configuration parameters for the breaker cannot be changed.
This group of indicators show real-time status of the breaker.
When lit, this read-only field indicates that the breaker has tripped due to a detected short circuit.
When lit, this read-only field indicates that the breaker has been locked and will not respond to switch commands on the network. The purpose of the lock feature is to avoid inadvertent or accidental breaker state changes. The breaker must be unlocked before the breaker state can be remotely changed again.
When lit, this read-only field indicates that the breaker has tripped due to an overcurrent condition. Switch the breaker OFF to acknowledge the ‘breaker tripped’ indication. You can then switch the breaker back to the ON position.
When lit, this read-only field indicates that the breaker is in the ON state.
When lit, this read-only field indicates an Open Load (no load) condition which indicates that the breaker is turned ON but there is little or no current being drawn. Possible conditions:
· External switch controlling load is in the OFF position
· If the connected load is a light, the bulb could be defective
· The load is mis-wired
· The load is very small (less than 1.0 Amp)
When lit, this read-only field indicates that the breaker has lost communication with the main processor.
When lit, this read-only field indicates that the breaker is communicating with the network.
The Flash Function allows control of a breaker to be periodic. Common uses of this function include turning off a head fan or light after a set period of time, etc. Five parameters dictate the behavior of the circuit and are detailed below. A maximum of 15 flash table entries may be defined.

Figure 6 – CLMD12 Flash Map Tab
This parameter allows you to configure the number of cycles that this flash map will execute after a breaker configured to use this flash map has been switched to the ON state. A value of 0 will repeat the cycle indefinitely, and values in the range of 1 cycle to 255 cycles will execute that number of cycles.
This parameter allows you to configure the time that a breaker will be ON during a cycle. This can be set to a value in the range of 0 seconds to 6553.5 seconds in increments of 0.1 seconds.
This parameter allows you to configure the time that a breaker will be OFF during a cycle. This can be set to a value in the range of 0 seconds to 6553.5 seconds in increments of 0.1 seconds. A value of 0 will disable this flash map.
This parameter allows you to configure the Flash Map to start with ‘Off Time’ as the first behavior of the Flash Map. The Flash Map will then execute the configured number of Cycles.
This parameter allows you to configure the Flash Map to stop the flash cycle with the breaker to finish in the On state once the configured number of cycles are executed.
When a device transmitting the 127501 Binary Status Report message is part of the installation, it can be configured to control the behavior of the breakers. This includes the the seven hardwired inputs present on the CLMD12. Up to thirty-six (36) total Discrete I/O’s can be programmed into one CLMD12. One Discrete I/O can control multiple breakers, or because the Discrete I/O state is maintained independent of any breaker state a breaker can be controlled from multiple Discrete I/O input signals. Example: two separately wired wall switches are controlling the same light (breaker).

Figure 7 – CLMD12 Discrete I/O Tab
This parameter allows you to configure the data instance of the 127501 Binary Status Report message that will be used to control this discrete I/O circuit. To assign a discrete input from this device to this discrete I/O circuit, enter the instance value assigned to this device (the value of the “Instance” field on the “General” tab).
This parameter allows you to configure the indicator number within the 127501 Binary Status Report status message whose instance field matches the “Data Instance” parameter for this channel that will be used to control this discrete I/O circuit.
This parameter allows you to configure the manufacturer code that must be reported by the device transmitting the 127501 Binary Status Report message that will be used to control this discrete I/O circuit. Setting this value to 2047 means that any manufacturer code will be accepted.
This parameter allows you to configure how the specified 127501 Binary Status Report indicator will control the assigned breaker. The following functions may be selected:
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Discrete I/O Function |
Description |
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Always Turn ON |
Turns the breaker ON when the monitored signal becomes active |
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Always Turn OFF |
Turns the breaker OFF when the monitored signal becomes active |
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Toggle ON/OFF |
An inactive to active edge on the monitored signal toggles the breaker from OFF to ON or from ON to OFF |
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Brighten |
An inactive to active edge on the monitored signal increases the dimming level by 1% |
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Dim |
An inactive to active edge on the monitored signal decreases the dimming level by 1% |
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Flash |
An inactive to active edge on the monitored signal turns the breaker ON and uses the assigned flash map |
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Turn OFF w/Lock |
The breaker turns OFF and stays LOCKED as long as the monitored signal is active. The breaker stays OFF but becomes UNLOCKED when the monitored signal becomes inactive |
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Unlock |
Unlocks breaker (state does not change) |
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One Button Smooth High-to-Low |
Single press changes breaker state. Press and hold wall switch to turn ON; hold for High to Low voltage decrease (1% increments). Continuing to hold will reset to 100% intensity and repeat. |
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One Button Smooth Low-to-High |
Single press changes breaker state. Press and hold wall switch to turn ON; hold for Low to High dimming level increase (1% increments). Continuing to hold will reset to 5% dimming level and repeat. |
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Smooth Scroll |
A momentary touch turns breaker ON only; continuing to hold scrolls dimming level UP and DOWN (last known state is retained). |
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One Button Smooth Scroll |
A momentary touch changes breaker state; continuing to hold scrolls dimming level UP and DOWN (last known state is retained). |
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Discrete Momentary |
The breaker stays ON as long as the monitored signal remains active. The breaker turns OFF when the input becomes inactive. |
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Inverted Discrete Momentary |
The breaker stays OFF as long as the monitored signal remains active. The breaker turns ON when the input becomes inactive. |
This parameter allows you to configure the breakers that will be controlled by this discrete I/O channel. You may select any number of the breakers.
The CLMD12 has seven digital inputs. These inputs correspond with the ‘Hardwired Inputs’ described in the 0 section of this manual. These Inputs are configured on the Inputs tab. The states of these input channels are transmitted in a 127501 Binary Status Report message as indicators 13 (Input Channel #1) through 19 (Input Channel #7).

Figure 8 – CLMD12 Inputs Tab
This read-only field indicates the data instance used for this box. The value that appears here can be changed by setting the “Device Instance” parameter on the Advanced tab.
This Read-Only field indicates the input’s number associated with the CLMD12 hardware and then the Input’s “Channel / Indicator #” associated with the NMEA 2000 PGN 127501 ‘Binary Status Report’ message transmission.
Each channel has a text label you can set to identify the input signal monitored by that channel (for example, “BILGE PUMP” or “HATCH”). For each channel, set this to a value which describes the input being monitored so that you can easily identify it in display devices.
This parameter allows you to configure the voltage level input on the input signals that corresponds to an ON status in the NMEA 2000 PGN 127501 ‘Binary Status Report’ reported on the network. You can use any of the following settings:
· High – a high voltage level on the input (Connected to DC (+)) is represented as an ON value on the network. A high impedance or a low voltage level on the input is represented as an OFF value on the network.
· Low – a low voltage level (Connected to DC (-)) on the input is represented as an ON value on the network. A high impedance or a high voltage level on the input is represented as an OFF value on the network.
· Both – a high voltage level or a low voltage level on the input is represented as an ON value on the network. A high impedance on the input is represented as an OFF value on the network.
This read-only field represents the current state of the input signal as reported on the network.
This dialog box is where you would enable and disable transmission of the NMEA 2000 PGN 127508 ‘Battery Status’ message transmission. The transmission value will replicate the battery voltage sensed on the corresponding hardwired input. Use this data to enable Battery Voltage Gauges on MFDs (Multi-Function Displays).
This scroll box allows you to choose a unique instance of the input’s battery voltage transmission in the NMEA 2000 PGN 127508 ‘Battery Status’ message transmission when ‘Transmit Battery Voltage’ dialog box is enabled.
The Advanced tab is used to configure and observe parameters that do not normally require changing.

Figure 9 – CLMD12 Advanced Tab
This parameter allows you to configure whether the device transmits the 127501 Binary Status Report NMEA 2000 message. If this field is set, the device will transmit the 127501 Binary Status Report message along with proprietary messages. If this field is cleared, the device will not transmit the 127501 message and will transmit only proprietary messages.
This parameter allows you to configure whether the device will respond to the NMEA command of an indicator in the 127501 Binary Status Report message. If this field is set, the device will respond to that message. If this field is cleared, the device will not respond to that message, but only to proprietary messages.
This parameter allows you to configure whether the device will transmit the 127508 ‘Battery Status’ message to indicate the box temperature, input voltage, and input current. If this field is set, the device will transmit the 127508 message. If this field is cleared, the device will not transmit the 127508 message.
This parameter allows you to configure when the CLMD12 sends the extended box status proprietary message. There are two settings for this parameter:
· Only send when an error is detected
· Only send upon request
This parameter allows you to configure from which devices the CLMD12 will accept 126208 NMEA Commands of the 127501 Binary Status Report message. There are two settings for this parameter:
· From Carling/Maretron devices only
· From any manufacturer’s device
This read-only field indicates the total current passing through the device.
This read-only field indicates the internal temperature of the device.
This read-only field indicates the voltage of the power input for the device.
This tab allows you to set values for the installation description properties of the device.

Figure 10 – CLMD12 Installation Description Tab
This device, along with all other certified NMEA devices,
has two user-programmable installation description fields. You may program
these fields with information specific to the device, such as date installed,
the initials/name of the installer, the physical location of the device, etc.
This configuration option will allow you to program the values of these fields.
This tab allows you to control the ON/OFF state and dimming level of the breakers on the device. This is normally used for testing purposes. These controls mimic the available controls of an NMEA 2000 Network Input for any given CLMD12 breaker.

Figure 11 – CLMD12 Control Tab
When lit, this read-only field indicates that the breaker is in the ON state. When dim, this field indicates that the breaker is in the OFF state.
The ON button allows you to switch the breaker into the ON state. The OFF button allows you to switch the breaker into the OFF state.
The blue slider bar allows you the configure the dimming level of a breaker between 5% and 100%. The read-only green bar graph shows the real-time dimming level of the breaker.
Breakers may be manually turned on and off via messages received over the NMEA 2000 network.
The Flash Function allows control of a breaker to be periodic. Common uses of this function include controlling a foghorn, automatically turning off a head fan or light after a set period of time, etc. Three parameters dictate the behavior of the circuit and are set via the Maretron N2KAnalyzer utility. A maximum of 15 flash table entries may be defined.
· Flash ON time: Duration of time the load is ON
· Flash OFF time: Duration of time the load is OFF
· Number of Cycles: Number of times to repeat the cycle – 0 to 255 (0 will cause the cycle to be repeated indefinitely)
When a device which transmits a 127501 Binary Status Report message is present on the NMEA 2000 network or internal hardwired inputs are utilized, the indicator states transmitted in these messages can be configured to control the behavior of the breakers. Up to thirty-six (36) total Discrete I/O inputs per CLMD12 can be programmed. One Discrete I/O can control multiple breakers, or because the Discrete I/O state is maintained independent of any breaker state, a breaker can be controlled from multiple Discrete I/O input signals. Example: two separately wired wall switches are controlling the same light (breaker).
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Discrete I/O Function |
Description |
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Always Turn ON |
Turns the breaker ON when the monitored signal becomes active |
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Always Turn OFF |
Turns the breaker OFF when the monitored signal becomes active |
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Toggle ON/OFF |
An inactive to active edge on the monitored signal toggles the breaker from OFF to ON or from ON to OFF |
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Brighten |
An inactive to active edge on the monitored signal increases the dimming level by 1% |
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Dim |
An inactive to active edge on the monitored signal decreases the dimming level by 1% |
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Flash |
An inactive to active edge on the monitored signal turns the breaker ON and uses the assigned flash map |
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Turn OFF w/Lock |
The breaker turns OFF and stays LOCKED as long as the monitored signal is active. The breaker stays OFF but becomes UNLOCKED when the monitored signal becomes inactive |
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Unlock |
Unlocks breaker (state does not change) |
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One Button Smooth High-to-Low |
Single press changes breaker state. Press and hold wall switch to turn ON; hold for High to Low voltage decrease (1% increments). Continuing to hold will reset to 100% intensity and repeat. |
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One Button Smooth Low-to-High |
Single press changes breaker state. Press and hold wall switch to turn ON; hold for Low to High dimming level increase (1% increments). Continuing to hold will reset to 5% dimming level and repeat. |
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Smooth Scroll |
A momentary touch turns breaker ON only; continuing to hold scrolls dimming level UP and DOWN (last known state is retained). |
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One Button Smooth Scroll |
A momentary touch changes breaker state; continuing to hold scrolls dimming level UP and DOWN (last known state is retained). |
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Discrete Momentary |
The breaker stays on as long as the monitored signal remains active. The breaker turns OFF when the input becomes inactive. |
The Maretron Mechanical Bypass Module (CBMD12) P/N A3675 can be installed in conjunction with the CLMD12.
The bypass module provides a manual method (On/Off switch) to control loads by providing power to each load in case of CLMD12 malfunction and/or NMEA 2000 network failure. The power outputs provided by the bypass module are over current protected via an individual fuse for each output. Please ensure that the current rating of the fuse for each load is appropriate to protect the load and the wiring for that load.
Please note that the bypass module does not support paralleled outputs, since each circuit is controlled by a separate switch. Additionally, the bypass module does not support dimming of circuits.
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WARNING
The CBMD12 Mechanical Bypass Module is not ignition protected. Ensure that the area is free of fumes and gasses when the switches are cycled and when fuses are removed and/or installed. |
To change control from the CLMD12 load module to the CBMD12 bypass module, please perform the following steps:
1) Ensure that the area is free of fumes and gasses.
2) Ensure that all switches on the CBMD12 bypass module are in the OFF position.
3) Connect power to the ¼”-20 power stud on the CBMD12 bypass module.
4) Unplug the J1 connector from the CLMD12 load module.
5) Plug the J1 connector into the CBMD12 bypass module.
6) For the circuits you wish to energize, set the corresponding switches on the CBMD12 bypass module to the ON position.
Please refer to the diagram of how the bypass module is installed below in Figure 12.

Figure 12 – Bypass Module Usage
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WARNING
The CLMD12 DC 12 Channel Load Module is operated under remote control. Before servicing any load device connected to the CLMD12, you must first disconnect the wire between the CLMD12 load terminal and the load device. Failure to do so can result in serious bodily harm. |
Regular maintenance is important to ensure continued proper operation of the Maretron CLMD12. Perform the following tasks periodically:
If you notice unexpected operation of the Maretron CLMD12, follow the troubleshooting procedures in this section to remedy simple problems. If these steps do not solve your problem, please contact Maretron Technical Support (refer to Section 0 for contact information).
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Symptom |
Troubleshooting Procedure |
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No breaker/switch data visible on NMEA 2000® network. |
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A breaker/switch always reads “Error” |
The CLMD12 may have shut down the affected channel due to an overtemperature or overcurrent condition detected on the CLMD12 breaker itself.
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A breaker/switch is “ON”, but the load is not powered. |
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You can see, but not control, the state of a breaker/switch |
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As Carling is constantly improving its products, all specifications are subject to change without notice. Maretron products are designed to be accurate and reliable; however, they should be used only as aids to navigation and not as a replacement for traditional navigation aids and techniques.
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Parameter |
Value |
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Number of Output Channels |
12 |
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Switching Voltage |
<32VDC |
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Maximum Unit Current Capacity |
75 Amps |
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Channel Maximum Current Ratings |
4x5A, 6x10A, 2x12A |
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Parameter |
Comment |
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NMEA 2000® Standard |
Certified |
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CE Mark |
Recreational Craft Directive 2014/35/EU |
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Description |
PGN # |
PGN Name |
Default Rate |
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Periodic Data PGNs |
65300 |
Carling Proprietary |
1 time / 4 seconds |
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127500 |
Load Controller Connection State & Control |
1 time / 4 seconds and on switch change |
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127501 |
Binary Status Report |
1 time / 15 seconds and on switch change |
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127751 |
DC Voltage / Current |
1 time / 1.5 seconds and on switch change |
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Response to Requested PGNs |
126464 |
PGN List (Transmit and Receive) |
N/A |
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126996 |
Product Information |
N/A |
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126998 |
Configuration Information |
N/A |
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130818 |
Maretron Proprietary |
N/A |
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130825 |
Maretron Proprietary |
N/A |
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130921 |
Carling Proprietary |
N/A |
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Protocol PGNs |
059392 |
ISO Acknowledge |
N/A |
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059904 |
ISO Request |
N/A |
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060928 |
ISO Address Claim |
N/A |
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126208 |
NMEA Request/Command/Acknowledge |
N/A |
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126993 |
Heartbeat |
1 time / 60 seconds |
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Parameter |
Value |
Comment |
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Voltage Input Range |
6.5 to 32 VDC |
DC Voltage |
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Power Consumption |
150 mA @ 12 VDC 70 mA @ 24 VDC |
NMEA 2000® Interface |
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Load Equivalence Number (LEN) |
3 |
NMEA 2000® Spec. (1LEN = 50 mA) |
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Reverse Battery Protection |
Yes |
Indefinitely |
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Load Dump Protection |
Yes |
Energy Rated per SAE J1113 |
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Channel Current Measurement Accuracy |
+/- 0.5 Amps |
Typical |
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Channel Current Measurement Resolution |
0.1 Amps |
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Minimum Channel Current Measurement |
0.5 Amps |
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PWM (all breakers) |
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Frequency |
200 Hz |
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Maximum Peak Current |
3.0 Amps |
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Load |
Inductive load interface not recommended |
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Duty Cycle Range |
5% - 100% |
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Duty Cycle Resolution |
1% |
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Programmable Trip Level Resolution |
1 Amp |
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Discrete Input Channels |
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Absolute Voltage Limits |
-2.3 – 36 VDC |
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Input Resistance |
1KΩ |
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Input Voltage, Open Circuit |
2.75 V |
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Low Voltage Threshold |
0 to 1.02 V |
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Open Voltage Threshold |
1.51 – 4.31 V |
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High Voltage Threshold |
4.82 – 32.0 V |
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Parameter |
Value |
Comment |
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Size |
5.7” x 5” x 1.6” (144.8mm x 127mm x 40.6mm) |
Including Flanges for Mounting |
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Weight |
1.32 lb. (0.599 kg) |
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Power Stud Torque Value |
20 in-lbs. (2.26 N·m) |
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Parameter |
Value |
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IEC 60945 Classification |
Exposed |
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Degree of Protection |
IP67 |
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Operating Temperature |
-40°C to 85°C |
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Storage Temperature |
-40°C to 85°C |
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Electric Field |
100V/m |
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Ignition Protection |
Ignition Protected |
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Parameter |
Standard |
Conditions |
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High Temperature Soak |
EN 60068-2-2:2007 |
Duration 96hrs, Tmax = 85°C |
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Low Temperature Soak |
EN 60068-2-1:2007 |
96 hrs, Tmin = -40°C |
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Temperature Cycling (Operating) |
IEC 60068-2-14:2009 |
Tmin = -40°C, Tmax = 85°C |
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Temperature Shock (Storage) |
IEC 60068-2-14:2009 |
Tmin = -40°C, Tmax = 85°C |
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Simulated Solar Radiation |
EN 60068-2-5:2010 |
Procedure = B, 10 days @ 40°C |
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Altitude (Transport) |
EN 60068-2-13:1999 |
ALTmin = Sea Level, ALTmax = 13600m |
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Altitude (Operational) |
EN 60068-2-13:1999 |
ALTmin = Sea Level, ALTmax = 4850m |
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Humidity (Soak) |
EN 60068-2-78:2002 |
RH = 93% +/-3%, Exposure 10 days |
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Humidity - Cyclic |
EN 60068-2-30:2005 |
RH (> 90%), 6 cycles of 24hrs |
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Dust Ingress |
IEC 60529:2001 |
Method EN60529 Section 13 Result IP6X |
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Water Ingress |
DIN
40050-9:1993 |
Method as DIN 40050-9 Result IP67 |
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Mechanical Shock - Drop Test |
EN 60068-2-32:1993 |
1000mm free-fall, all faces of 3 axes |
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Mechanical - Shock |
60068-2-27:2009 |
500m/s2, pulse duration 11ms |
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Mechanical - Bump |
60068-2-29:1993 |
400m/s2 6ms shock pulses, 3 axes |
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Vibration (General) |
60068-2-6: 1996 |
Sine shaped sweep 5 Hz to 500 Hz |
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Vibration (Random) |
EN 60068-2-64:1995 |
Method 1 |
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Vibration (Resonant Search) |
60068-2-6: 1996 |
frequency range 10 Hz – 2 kHz @ 5G |
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Chemical Resistance |
EN 60068-2-74:2000 |
Test method = B |
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Salt Spray |
EN 60068-2-52: 1996 |
Chamber Temperature = 35°C |
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Ozone |
ASTM D1171-99 |
Method A rating 0 |
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Electrical (Operating Voltage) |
SAE J1455:2011 Sect 4.13.1 |
Test for impaired function |
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Electrical (Over Voltage) |
SAE J1455:2011 Sect 4.13.1 |
Test for impaired function +24V, +36V |
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Electrical (Reverse Polarity) |
SAE J1455:2011 Sect 4.13.1 |
Test for impaired function -24V, -36V |
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Electrical (Short Circuit) |
SAE J1455:2011 Sect 4.13.1 |
Operate at: +16V, +32V |
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Electrical (Power Up) |
SAE J1455:2011 Sect 4.13.1 |
Ramp: 0 to 9 VDC, 0 to 18 VDC |
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Component Test - Electrical Transients Immunity |
ISO
11451-1:2005 |
Refer to STD00140_2 - Table 17. |
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Component Test - Electrical Transients Emissions |
ISO
13766:2006 Section 5 |
Distance of 1 m in the horizontal and vertical polarization, 30 MHz to 1 GHz |
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Component Test - Electrical Transients Conducted Transients |
ISO
13766:2006 |
Method as per ISO 7637-2-Annex A |
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Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) |
ISO 13766:2006 |
+/- 8 kV (Direct), +/- 15 kV (Air) |
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Ignition Protection Test |
SO 8846:201, SAE J1171:2016 |
USCG recommended procedures |


If you require technical support for Maretron products, you can reach us in any of the following ways:
Fax: 1-602-861-1777
E-mail: [email protected]
World Wide Web: http://www.maretron.com
Please check the dimensions before using the following diagram as a template for drilling the mounting holes because the printing process may have distorted the dimensions.

Figure 13 – Mounting Surface Template
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Warranty Return Procedure:
To apply for warranty claims, contact Carling Technologies or one of its Maretron dealers to describe the problem and determine the appropriate course of action. If a return is necessary, place the product in its original packaging together with proof of purchase and complete a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) on the following web page:
https://www.maretron.com/rma_request.php
You will be contacted by email with instructions on where to send the unit for repair / evaluation. You are responsible for all shipping and insurance charges. Carling will return the replaced or repaired product with all shipping and handling prepaid except for requests requiring expedited shipping (i.e. overnight shipments). Failure to follow this warranty return procedure could result in the product’s warranty becoming null and void.
Carling reserves the right to modify or replace, at its sole discretion, without prior notification, the warranty listed above. To obtain a copy of the then current warranty policy for Maretron® products, please go to the following web page: http://www.maretron.com/company/warranty.php
Appendix A – NMEA 2000® Interfacing
This appendix is intended to relate specific characteristics of the CLMD12 to how they are communicated via NMEA 2000® messages in order to help ascertain whether the messaging implemented by the CLMD12 is compatible with other NMEA 2000® products. It is not a complete description of the messages. If you require detailed information on the messages, please obtain a copy of the NMEA 2000® standard documents from the National Marine Electronics Association (www.nmea.org).
CLMD12 NMEA 2000® Periodic Data Transmitted PGNs
PGN 127500 – Load Controller Connection State/Control
The CLMD12 uses this PGN to transmit the state of each of the breakers. A separate occurrence of this message will be transmitted for each breaker. The state of each breaker may be controlled by issuing a 126208 NMEA Command for this message addressed to this device.
Field 1: Sequence ID – This field is transmitted with a value of 255.
2: Connection ID – This field identifies the output channel (breaker) whose status is being reported in this message. The value of this field will be in the range of 0 (Breaker #1) through 11 (Breaker #12).
3: State – This field indicates the state of the solid-state breaker.
4: Status – This field indicates the status of the solid-state breaker.
5: Operational Status & Control – This field is used to lock and unlock the solid-state breaker.
6: PWM Duty Cycle – This field is used to control and report the PWM duty cycle of the solid-state breaker.
7: TimeON – This field is used to report the ON time if the solid-state breaker is running under the control of a Flash Map.
8: TimeOFF – This field is used to report the OFF time if the solid-state breaker is running under the control of a Flash Map.
PGN 127501 – Binary Status Report
The CLMD12 uses this PGN to transmit the state of each of the breakers and connected switch inputs. The state of the breakers may be controlled by issuing a 126208 NMEA Command for this message addressed to this device.
Field 1: Indicator Bank Instance – This field identifies the particular switch bank to which this PGN applies. Please refer to Section 0 for instructions on how to program the value of this field.
2: Indicator #1 – This field indicates the state of the solid-state breaker on output channel #1. The state will be one of the following values:
· “OFF” – The breaker is open – no current is supplied to the load.
· “ON” – The breaker is closed – current is supplied to the load.
· “Error” – The breaker is open due to an error condition
3: Indicator #2 – This field indicates the state of the solid-state breaker on output channel #2.
4: Indicator #3 – This field indicates the state of the solid-state breaker on output channel #3.
5: Indicator #4 – This field indicates the state of the solid-state breaker on output channel #4.
6: Indicator #5 – This field indicates the state of the solid-state breaker on output channel #5.
7: Indicator #6 – This field indicates the state of the solid-state breaker on output channel #6.
8: Indicator #7 – This field indicates the state of the solid-state breaker on output channel #7.
9: Indicator #8 – This field indicates the state of the solid-state breaker on output channel #8.
10: Indicator #9 – This field indicates the state of the solid-state breaker on output channel #9.
11: Indicator #10 – This field indicates the state of the solid-state breaker on output channel #10.
12: Indicator #11 – This field indicates the state of the solid-state breaker on output channel #11.
13: Indicator #12 – This field indicates the state of the solid-state breaker on output channel #12.
14: Indicator #13 – This field indicates the state sensed by the digital input on input channel #1. The state will be one of the following values:
· “OFF” – The digital input voltage level is outside the range(s) programmed for “ON” levels
· “ON” – The digital input voltage level is inside the range(s) programmed for “ON” levels
Please refer to section 0 for details
15: Indicator #14 – This field indicates the state sensed by the digital input on input channel #2.
16: Indicator #15 – This field indicates the state sensed by the digital input on input channel #3.
17: Indicator #16 – This field indicates the state sensed by the digital input on input channel #4.
18: Indicator #17 – This field indicates the state sensed by the digital input on input channel #5.
19: Indicator #18 – This field indicates the state sensed by the digital input on input channel #6.
20: Indicator #19 – This field indicates the state sensed by the digital input on input channel #7.