Marine Electrical Repairs
Servicing Hobart, Cambridge & Southern Tasmania
Boat Electrical Diagnostics, Repairs & Upgrades Across Southern Tasmania
Keep your boat reliable, safe and ready for the water with professional marine electrical services from Tasman Auto Electrics. Based in Cambridge, Tasmania, our experienced auto electrical team provides comprehensive 12V and 24V marine electrical diagnostics, repairs, installations and upgrades for recreational boats, fishing vessels and commercial marine applications.
Whether you're experiencing an intermittent electrical fault, charging issue, battery problem or planning a complete electrical system upgrade, we can provide a practical solution designed around your vessel and the way you use it. From our fully equipped Cambridge workshop to mobile and field service where suitable, Tasman Auto Electrics has the diagnostic equipment and experience to tackle complex marine electrical systems.
DIAGNOSTICS & REPAIRS
BATTERY & CHARGING
SOLAR & OFF GRID POWER
NAVIGATION & ELECTRONICS
MARINE LIGHTING
BILGE PUMPS & ANCHOR WINCHES
Marine Electrical Diagnostics & Repairs
Electrical faults on boats can be difficult to locate, particularly where wiring has been exposed to moisture, vibration and the harsh marine environment. Our technicians can diagnose and repair a wide range of marine electrical problems, including:
- Electrical fault finding and diagnostics
- 12V and 24V wiring repairs
- Battery drain and parasitic draw diagnostics
- Corroded wiring and connection repairs
- Fuse, relay and circuit protection faults
- Starting and charging system diagnostics
- Starter motor and alternator testing
- Battery isolator and switching faults
- Switch panel repairs and replacements
- Lighting faults
- Wiring harness repairs and upgrades
Marine Battery & Charging Systems
A reliable electrical system starts with the right battery and charging setup. We can design, repair and upgrade marine battery systems for starting, house loads, navigation equipment, lighting, refrigeration and other onboard accessories. Our battery and charging services include:
- Starting and house battery systems
- AGM and lithium battery upgrades
- Dual and multi-battery installations
- Battery isolators and changeover systems
- DC-DC charging
- Alternator charging upgrades
- Battery monitoring systems
- Smart charging systems
- Shore-powered battery charger integration
- Battery cable upgrades
- Busbars, fusing and circuit protection
We can assess your vessel's electrical demand and recommend a system that provides reliable power without unnecessarily complicating the installation.
Navigation, Communications & Electronic Equipment
Modern vessels can carry a significant amount of electronic equipment. Correct installation, power supply and circuit protection are essential for reliable operation. We can install and integrate:
- GPS and chartplotters
- Marine radios
- VHF communications
- Fish finders and sounders
- Navigation equipment
- Antennas
- USB and 12V accessory outlets
- Electronic monitoring systems
- Auxiliary displays
- Power supplies for marine electronics
We can also diagnose power supply and wiring problems affecting existing navigation and communication equipment.
Marine Lighting
Upgrade the functionality and appearance of your vessel with professionally installed marine lighting. Lighting services include:
- Navigation lights
- Anchor lights
- Deck lighting
- Cabin lighting
- Courtesy lighting
- LED upgrades
- Work lights
- Spotlights
- Trailer and docking lighting
- Switch and control systems
We focus on clean installation, correct circuit protection and wiring suitable for demanding marine environments.
Bilge Pumps, Pumps & Control Systems
Reliable pumps are critical equipment on many vessels. Our team can diagnose, repair and install:
- Bilge pumps
- Automatic float switches
- Bilge alarms
- Water pumps
- Washdown pumps
- Pump control circuits
- Tank level monitoring
- Associated switches, relays and wiring
We can also inspect existing installations where pumps operate intermittently, continually blow fuses or fail to operate automatically.
Anchor Winches & High-Current Equipment
Anchor winches and other high-current marine equipment require correctly sized cabling, switching and circuit protection. We provide diagnostics, repairs and electrical installations for:
- Electric anchor winches
- Anchor windlasses
- Solenoids and contactors
- High-current switching
- Circuit breakers and isolators
- Remote switches
- Control wiring
- Power cable upgrades
If your winch is slow, intermittent or completely inoperative, we can test the complete electrical circuit to identify the cause rather than simply replacing components.
Battery, Lithium & Solar Upgrades
Spend more time away from shore power with a properly designed marine solar and battery system. Tasman Auto Electrics can design and install 12V and 24V off-grid electrical systems for boats requiring dependable onboard power. Marine off-grid solutions include:
- Solar panel installations
- MPPT solar charge controllers
- Lithium battery systems
- Battery monitoring
- DC-DC charging
- Inverter integration
- System monitoring
- Custom power distribution
- Refrigeration power systems
- USB and accessory charging outlets
We work with quality equipment from leading manufacturers including Victron, Redarc, Enerdrive and other proven marine-compatible products.
We Diagnose, Not Just Replace Parts
Every boat is different. Tasman Auto Electrics can design and build custom electrical systems to suit everything from a small recreational fishing boat through to more complex commercial and working vessels. We can integrate batteries, charging systems, solar, lighting, navigation equipment, communications, pumps and accessories into a clean and serviceable installation. Whether you're upgrading an older vessel or fitting out a new boat, we focus on reliability, ease of maintenance and professional workmanship.
Why Choose Tasman Auto Electrics?
Qualified Auto Electrical Technicians
Experienced electrical technicians with advanced fault-finding and diagnostic capabilities.
Workshop & Mobile Service
Bring your vessel or equipment to our Cambridge workshop, or talk to us about mobile service options.
Advanced Electrical Diagnostics
We don't just replace parts. We diagnose the electrical system to identify the underlying cause of the problem.
Custom Electrical Solutions
From a simple lighting repair to complete battery, solar and power-management systems.
Quality Components
We use proven electrical products and components suitable for demanding automotive and marine environments.
Clean, Professional Installations
Our installations are designed to be neat, protected, serviceable and reliable.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you repair electrical faults on boats?
Yes. We diagnose and repair marine electrical faults including wiring problems, battery drain, charging faults, lighting problems, starting issues, switches, relays, pumps and other 12V or 24V electrical systems.
Can you install lithium batteries in a boat?
Yes. We can design and install lithium battery systems including suitable charging equipment, DC-DC chargers, solar charging, battery monitoring, protection and associated wiring.
Can you install solar panels on boats?
Yes. We can design marine solar systems including panels, MPPT controllers, battery storage and monitoring based on the electrical requirements of your vessel.
Do you install fish finders and marine electronics?
Yes. We can provide the electrical installation and integration of fish finders, chartplotters, GPS equipment, radios and other marine electronics.
Can you repair anchor winches?
Yes. We can diagnose electrical problems with anchor winches and windlasses including motors, solenoids, switching, circuit protection, control wiring and high-current power cables.
Can you repair bilge pump wiring?
Yes. We can diagnose and repair bilge pumps, float switches, alarms, control circuits and associated wiring.
Do you work on commercial boats?
Yes. Contact our team to discuss the vessel, equipment and scope of work required. We provide marine electrical support for both recreational and commercial applications.
Do you provide mobile marine electrical services?
Yes. Mobile and field service is available for suitable jobs. Contact our team with your vessel location and the work required so we can determine the best service option.
Marine Electrical Service Across Tasmania
Tasman Auto Electrics is based at Unit 6/7 Cessna Way, Cambridge, with workshop and mobile capabilities available for marine electrical work. We support boat owners, marine operators and commercial customers across Hobart, Cambridge, Southern Tasmania and throughout Tasmania for suitable projects and field service requirements. Whether you need a simple electrical repair, complex fault diagnosis or a complete marine power system upgrade, talk to the team at Tasman Auto Electrics.